Week 1 of Whole30

Yes, I have been slacking on my blogging. Oops...my life has been so busy lately and I can hardly keep my eyes open at nighttime after the kids go to bed. Long live my blog and my newest post! :)

I completed my first week of the Whole30 Challenge. If you're wondering what in the world I am talking about, please check out my last entry here. Its a way to basically "detox" your body of processed foods. I thought that this would be very hard for me, but I found it to be not as bad. Our family (mostly me, except dinners) already follow a Paleo'ish lifestyle. That's where you eliminate all grains, legumes, sugars, etc, so that was kind of that half the battle there. I did have some "withdrawal" symptoms however because in the Whole30, you cannot even eat natural sugars like cane, maple syrup or stevia.

Day 1:

Today is relatively easy. I didn't have a hard time giving up much, but I did pack my diet with all sorts of yummy proteins and veggies. The only big shocker for me was giving up my coffee creamer! AWK. That was hard. I love love love flavoured coffee creamers. They're my rock in the morning but I was committed to this program, so I had black coffee. Wasn't my fav, but it works. Made an amazing Paleo Oatmeal from the Practical Paleo cookbook for breakfast. Its just so yummy! Had a headache throughout the day, but that's normal for me, sadly. I get them A LOT so I am not sure if I can attribute it to this.

Day 3:

Today was a CRAZY day. We got assigned to my husbands next unit in Staten Island, NY. I was kind of on a high from the news and felt amazing all day. I did notice that I didn't have any cravings yet, which was kind of neat! Since I am packing my day with good and whole foods, I wasn't starving all the time too. I will say that I REALLY wanted a Diet Dr. Pepper. That's my crutch right there and my hubs wasn't helping my drinking it in front of me saying how amazing it is. Pirate husband.

Day 4-5:

Alright, I will say these days were harder. I was exhausted. I was wiped all day long ---->think 1st trimester tired. I so badly wanted a Diet Dr.Pepper to pick me up. I resisted the temptation as hard as it was. Because of the exhaustion, I was grouchy. Needless to say, I probably wasn't the easiest person to deal with these days. Oops...All in the name of health! I also had a headache. I, again, am not sure if it was Whole30 related, but figured I'd mention it. I did make this amazing dinner tonight of flank steak with a pineapple salsa. Wow! Its so yummy. Even if you're not Paleo, try this puppy out. Its sooooo yummy! The kids, yes the kids, love it too!! Way better the next day for lunch as well. You will love this recipe!

Day 7:

So today, I feel great! I have my energy back and again feel pretty darn good. I went my weekly grocery shopping with the peanut C today and I even have her looking for all things sugar. She repeatedly said, sugar isn't good for you! Love it. I will make a side note, when you do this challenge, you are forced to read the ingredient labels. You will be shocked that sugar is in EVERYTHING. Bacon, chicken broth, spaghetti sauce & "health" foods. (I do make my own sauce since my bestie showed me how to make it)  Its crazy. Take a look at the labels of things next time and you shall see. Its hidden by using different names, so beware.

Now that the 1st week is over, I feel good, great even. I recommend doing this with a friend. It makes things easier and you can check in with them on how you're feeling. We even have an online group too and that does help. I'm seeing a change in my health and body. Its a good feeling that I can do something to help myself out and in turn, my family. I challenge you to try!