{"id":19013,"date":"2017-02-04T16:52:31","date_gmt":"2017-02-05T00:52:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/garlicmysoul.com\/blog\/?p=19013"},"modified":"2017-02-04T16:52:31","modified_gmt":"2017-02-05T00:52:31","slug":"whole30-wrap-next-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/garlicmysoul.com\/blog\/whole30-wrap-next-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"Whole30 Wrap Up + Next Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"

Well guys, my last day of Whole30 was Tuesday, January 31. The last 9 days were oscillating between easy and hard, mainly because of a lack of planning and a trip to Big Bear with friends. The trip with friends wasn’t too hard because my friends are super understanding and lovely and made sure I had enough to eat the whole time. I even made a few things (like the frittata below) I couldn’t eat, but didn’t feel the temptation to have anything that was out-of-bounds. BUT the ride home took forever and I realized how hard it can be to stay Whole30 on a road trip that’s supposed to take 2 hours but takes 8 – yikes!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Here\u2019s what I\u00a0finished out the Whole30 with:<\/span><\/p>\n

Breakfast<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another week of Chia Seed Pudding & fruit. I also made a couple of green smoothies because why not, right? The weekend was perfect for fried eggs with salsa and avocado, of course. A couple of the last mornings I had a cashew Larabar (not the best for breakfast, but it was all I had!)<\/span><\/p>\n

Lunch<\/strong><\/p>\n

I had leftovers for most of the rest of Whole30, except a few days I got salads from the salad bar near my work. Lots of chicken, veggies, and avocado and seeds.<\/p>\n

Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n

We found some really great recipes to try I wish we had early. For example, these Almond-Crusted Chicken Tenders<\/a> were just as good as any breaded chicken I’ve had – really! Also, this Taco Salad<\/a>\u00a0was EVERYTHING (especially that dressing, it is heavenly). We also had a few stir fries with great sauce (love Tandoori and Korma that was Whole30 approved!) and even had breakfast for dinner.<\/span><\/p>\n

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On the days I was REALLY craving comfort food I had those sweet potato fries with garlic dip again, and it really did the trick. Also, Ana made her Kale Salad<\/a>\u00a0but Whole30 compliant, and it was delicious – I topped it with chicken and didn’t feel bad at all when everyone else was eating tacos on our ski trip.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Eating Out<\/strong><\/p>\n

On Friday night when we were going out of town with friends, we went to Outback (we do this every year for this trip) and I have to say, it was one of the easier meals I had! I had steak, a sweet potato, and steamed broccoli, and it was delicious and filling. That was the only time I ate out this week which made it easier of course to stay the course.<\/p>\n

Post-Whole30<\/strong><\/p>\n

The so-called “Tiger Blood” never came for me. I didn’t necessarily feel more energized, but I did feel good. I also lost 9 pounds. Now, I know this isn’t supposed to be about weight loss, but as someone who always had to starve herself to lose even 1 pound, it’s nice to know of a method that works. Plus, my clothes feel better and I don’t constantly find myself tugging at shirts, and pants. My belt buckles one loop tighter. All great signs of health.<\/p>\n

I also had some stomach issues with this diet, probably due to my IBS. Maybe too much raw food. Maybe not the right balance – it is all still about balance and learning. Not having some bland foods (a la bread\/rice) to help calm my system was probably healthier in some ways but not others for me. Know yourself. Be careful. Do what feels good.<\/p>\n

Adding Things Back In<\/strong><\/p>\n

On February 1, I had some non-gluten grains: oats with breakfast, quinoa with my lunch salad, a few corn chips with dinner (ok a lot of corn chips guys.) The next day, I went back to Whole30, and I felt absolutely fine. Nothing major. So you guys, yesterday I felt enough was enough and I had Indian food with some naan and rice. And paneer. And I still feel absolutely fine today.<\/p>\n

Today I had some hard cheese in a salad from Mendocino Farms. Still feeling good. Still drinking a lot of water, not snacking too much, and avoiding wasted calories (naan the exception.) But it was nice to go to a restaurant and not worry about what I was eating.<\/p>\n

After my “I Do What I Want” bounce, I think I am going to try to eat Whole30 on the regular. A couple of days to reset my body. For two of the three meals of the day to keep everything in check. Reach for a piece of fruit or a veggies instead of chips. Olives instead of crackers. Garlic dip instead of cheese dip.<\/p>\n

I haven’t introduced legumes or alcohol yet, or any dairy that’s not hard cheese – like milk or yogurt. I think I will bring things back slowly, but as long as I am feeling good and sleeping well, I am a happy camper.<\/p>\n

I haven’t had the desire to eat anything too sweet (chocolate, candy, etc.) so I am going to try to avoid those kinds of foods for the longest. If it doesn’t serve me nutritionally, bye bye it goes. In this way, I’ll keep myself in a healthy spot longer.<\/p>\n

I’m glad I did the Whole30 to know that I could. I am glad I learned more about all the hidden preservatives and sugar and crap that I was eating – especially because I considered myself pretty aware. I think it’s a good test for anyone who wants to really know what’s going into their bodies and figure out what’s right for you.<\/p>\n

So what do you guys think? Will you try a Whole30? Have you done one and loved it? How’s your diet now?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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