Here’s what you oughta know.
Then the afternoon rolls around and youre munching on your usual Larabar.
You glance at the wrapperonly to realize that you just scarfed downthe wrong kindof Larabar.
(Those with peanuts or chocolate chips arent Whole30-approved.)
This means youll have to start over the 30-day elimination diet.
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Melissa Hartwig is the founder of Whole30.
Melissa Hartwig is the founder of Whole30.
Well, theres a good reason for that.
People think, This will be really hard, Im going to miss my treats,' she says.
Of course, it can be overwhelming to adjust to this ultra-mindful way of eating.
This may come as no surprise, but youll want to stock up on organic, fresh produce.
The same cant be said for your green breakfast smoothie, however.
And its easier to overdo the sugar from fruit and miss out on fiber if youre juicing.
(Many of the products fromPrimal KitchenandTessemaesare Whole30-approved).
Added sugars ofanykind are also a no-go.
Check out thislist of sneaky sugarsthat are often added to condiments and packaged foods.
Melissa Hartwig is the founder of Whole30.
Yes, evennatural sweetenerslike agave nectar, maple syrup, and honey are to be skipped.
I always recommend keeping emergency food at home in your fridge, Hartwig says.
Some of her go-tos include hard-boiled eggs, ground meat, and chicken sausage.
Califia Farms unsweetened almond milk products are fine, though.
Avoid Eating Snacks and Drinking Alcohol
Whole30 generallydoesnt recommend snacking.
If you do need to eat between meals, its best to include some protein and fat.
This is when its best to have some snacks on hand until you might get something substantial.
I always fly with meat sticks or jerky.
La Croix and bone broth are also compliant.
Your brain doesnt know the difference between a Whole30-compliant pancake and the normal pancakes you make in the morning.
Or a brownie or a cookie, she explains.
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