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I'm glad to see someone else didn't get all the results they expected through Paleo alone! I've just recently made the shift too, to cut down on carbs and reintroduce some dairy. :)

I'd love some keto friends too! I'm just starting up again - trying to lose those last 10 lbs. :)

I recommend the taco seasoning mix from mark's daily apple. It's my go-to taco seasoning for taco salads. http://www.marksdailyapple.com/primal-tex-mex-tortillas-and-taco-seasoning/#axzz2cUx5nQ2x

I never thought I had a lactose issue either until I completed a Whole30. When I reintroduced dairy, I had severe bloating, cramping, and diarrhea for a few hours afterward. Almost without fail, I would experience the dumping syndrome, along with severe chest/gallbladder pain, every time I would have any diary products.…

Thanks for the tip! I'm definitely going to start drinking bulletproof coffee again. I did for a short time a few months ago, and it made a huge difference in my energy level.

Exactly! Kick the addictions first, without the added burden of calorie counting. When following the guidelines, you can be assured that everything that goes in your body is healthy and has a purpose, and it's all helping you heal. You may be extra hungry at first and that's okay. Your hormones will absolutely level out…

I went through my first whole30 without counting calories and it was truly a liberating experience. The purpose of not counting calories is to learn to listen to your body and clue in to your hunger and satiety signals. It works, but you have to trust the program. In my experience, after the first 2 weeks you're actually…

I thought it went really well. I didn't plan very well, though, because the following day (yesterday) I went to an amusement park and, being unfamiliar with the place, was unable to find any food that wasn't really carb-heavy (of course I found restaurants offering meat and veg after I downed my hamburger and fries). So I…

Tonight's my first carbnite, and I'm planning on sushi with white rice as well. I think it's one of the more benign "non-paleo" foods that will give the insulin spike we're looking for. I haven't actually lost any weight in the 10 days since I started the ultra low-carb....that makes me kind of nervous to carb-up tonight,…

I make my own chicken bone broth in a slow cooker with roast chicken carcasses. I absolutely think it helps my digestion, when I drink it regularly. But it's probably one of the few things I would not want to buy pre-made. I like knowing exactly what went into it - plus, I don't know how well the flavor and gelatin would…

You're welcome to add me as well! I've been primal (I eat home-made yogurt and the occasional cheese) for 10 months now, and I feel I have it pretty well under control. I've completed 2 Whole30s and I've never felt better! For the first few months, it's hard to get everything straight, and there were many times I went off…

I also feel much better when I don't eat breakfast (plus I get to sleep in an extra half hour in the mornings). I feel sharp and clear, and it seems like I'm much more productive in the mornings when I don't eat until noon. It also gives my body a little extra time to burn body fat while my hormones are primed for it.

The book says to start with 9 1/2 days ultra low-carb (<30 grams net), then indulge in your first carb nite. After that, go back to the ultra low-carb, with a carb nite scheduled once a week (but no sooner than 5 days from the last). You can continue the cycle for up to 6 months. Yesterday was the first day I've gotten my…

Thanks! I'm glad to hear someone else has done it. I'm not planning to do it very long, but I may do multiple cycles if it works as well as people say it does. BTW - love your Alkaline Trio backdrop pic!

I'm planning to enjoy some of the paleo baked goods it seems like I never get to have. I have a recipe for chocolate chip muffins that I LOVE. I also love banana ice cream, but it never fits into my carb goals. Usually I have to choose between eating either a half a sweet potato or a (small) banana, and it's still a…

I read the book after seeing your post - sounds interesting enough. I just started inching my way to keto (I'm stuck with only 10lbs to lose), but I know I'll really miss fruit and sweet potatoes. I'm intrigued enough to give CarbNite a shot! I'm mostly paleo, except for homemade yogurt and the occasional cheese. I also IF…

Have you checked out whole9life.com? I found that doing a Whole30 really, REALLY helped me to understand my body's signals when it comes to food. I also feel like it got my hormones under control. I don't know much about intuitive eating (other than what the name implies), but it seems like it would apply to Whole30,…

About 75% of my meals are just whatever protein I have on hand on top of a huge salad. My faves are taco salad (with Well Fed's cumin-lime dressing), cobb salad with a paleo ranch, or a steak salad with spinach and blueberries. Yum!

I eat sweet potatoes on the regular and still manage to lose weight (albeit super slowly, as I only have 10 more lbs to lose). If I were to cut them out completely, I might lose a little faster - but that's just not worth it to me because I love them so. I just make sure they fit within my carb limit for the day (under…

I'm just now picking up the pieces after a week of binging, actually. I successfully completed a Whole45, and quickly realized that even treats that are technically paleo can lead me down the wrong path. It started with paleo "ice cream" made using frozen banana and no sweetener...every day for 5 days. From there I…

I tried bulletproof coffee this morning for the first time and found I didn't need any sweetener at all. It tasted great because it had lots of delicious fat! Maybe check that out instead.

I have yet to make a bone broth, but I'm seriously considering it now. I've actually had some pretty severe digestive issues in the last couple of weeks after starting a Whole 30. It really took me by surprise, because I wasn't prepared for that kind of reaction. Did you put veggies in your broth when you made it or just…

I followed NROL4W for a couple months last summer, but fell out of the habit of lifting after traveling a bit. I've just decided to pick it back up again, starting today! I'll be sending you a friend request, since I see you a lot on the Paleo/Primal forum too!

I'm at about 32% right now, and my first goal is 25%. Once I get to that, I'll set a new goal. Is anyone losing just body fat without lifting weights?

I've been about 80% primal since October, but have been gravitating toward more strict paleo in the past month or so. For me, it just seems like a natural progression, because I no longer want the things I thought I wouldn't be able to let go of (ketchup, cheese, tortilla chips, soy sauce, etc.). I actually made my own…

So I made this last night with beef instead of turkey, because that's what I had on hand, and it was fantastic! Hubs complained about the lack of beans, but I thought it was a really nice change. I can't wait to have leftovers for lunch!!

That sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!!

From what I've seen in other groups (specifically Eat More to Weigh Less), the ideal amount of protein is 1g per lb of lean body mass (not total weight). For me, that's just over 100g of protein a day, which I can easily hit by eating eggs and bacon in the morning, a salad with protein at lunch, and a good-sized slab of…

I'm pretty sure I'm seeing less hair falling out in the shower, but I'm more impressed by how quickly my hair and nails seem to grow now! And my nails definitely don't break or split like they used to either.

I'm starting my Whole30 tomorrow and I would love some Whole30 friends! I'm actually planning my first week's meals and writing my grocery list right now!