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Name: The Whole30
Rating: 3.4 (91 reviews)
Author: Melissa Hartwig and Dallas Hartwig

Melissa Hartwig Dallas Hartwig

The 30-Day Guide to Total Health and Food Freedom

3.4 (91 ratings)

18 mins

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The Whole30 by Melissa and Dallas Hartwig is a 30-day program that aims to reset your body by eliminating processed foods, sugar, dairy, and grains. It encourages healthy eating habits and teaches how food affects our body.

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What’s in it for me? Find your personal diet for better health and well-being.

Have you ever had a skin issue that never really cleared up? Do you go through your days feeling tired and without the energy you’d like? The culprit may be your diet. The fact is that many of us eat food daily that not only fails to deliver the nourishment we need, but is actually wreaking havoc on our health and overall well-being.

The Whole30 is a program designed to address this issue. Unlike many other dietary programs it takes individual differences into account. For 30 days, the aim is to eliminate potentially problematic ingredients like dairy and sugar-rich foods to monitor the effect they may be having on your health. When the program is complete, you’ll be able to reintroduce the foods that you’ve found harmless, and your diet will be more nourishing and beneficial because of it.

In these blinks, you’ll learn

the negative impact of sugar on your bloodstream;
how to cook simple, healthy meals; and
how to manage diet-related mood swings.

The Whole30 will reset your health and well-being.

Do you find that you’re already tired by eleven? Do you frequently experience odd aches or pains? Well, this could all be due to the detrimental effect of certain foods on your body – and quality of life. The Whole30 program may be exactly what you need.

The Whole30 will help you completely reset your health. It’s an innovative way of helping you figure out what’s good for you and what’s not.

The aim is to rid your diet for 30 days of all products that have been scientifically shown to provoke either hormonal imbalances or inflammations in a large number of people.

After 30 days, your body should be set back to neutral. Then, you’ll be able to start slowly reintroducing potentially harmful ingredients such as alcohol. In doing so, you’ll be able to monitor the impact that each ingredient has on your body – whether it affects your moods, energy levels or your sleep patterns.

Eventually, you’ll be able to categorize each ingredient into foods that have a positive impact on your health and foods that don’t. In time, you’ll be able to develop your nutrition plan as a step toward greater well-being.

The technique has been in use for many years, and it has received largely positive feedback from those who have tried it. In fact, 96 percent of people who have taken part in the program have experienced both weight loss and an improvement in their energy levels.

In addition to this, some people enjoy better sleep, feel that they have a greater ability to concentrate and experience better moods. For people who have lifestyle diseases, such as high blood pressure, or allergies, infections, arthritis and ADHD, the program has had a positive effect as well.

However, you don’t need to have a chronic illness to reap the benefits of Whole30. If greater energy and a healthier body are what you seek, then the program is a great fit. So let’s get started.

The Whole30 revolutionizes your relationship with food and reinstates your metabolism.

When most people decide to start eating healthily, it’s usually because they want to lose weight – but there are a multitude of good reasons to take a closer look at what you’re putting in your body.

The Whole30 program was designed to remedy the complicated emotional and psychological issues we develop around food.

The Whole30 means eliminating foods from your diet – although you may be able to reintroduce them later.

It’s a difficult task, but to begin the Whole30 program, you first have to eliminate certain foods – these include sugars, sweeteners, alcohol, grains, legumes and dairy.

Generally speaking, the negative effects of sugars, sweeteners and alcohol are widely understood, but what about the other ones?

The Whole30 can cause anger, fogginess and exhaustion.

Forewarned is forearmed. Although you’ll probably experience energy peaks and positive changes in your mood as you delve into the Whole30 program, there will also likely be a host of negative side-effects to contend with.

Fogginess, for instance, is a common side-effect. It can feel a bit like a hangover. The more unhealthy foods you gorged on before you started the program, the higher the likelihood that you’re going to feel awful.

Certain kitchen utensils make it easier to prepare vegetables and meat while doing the Whole30.

The Whole30 program has a range of easy, fun recipes to prepare. However, if you want to make your life easier, there are some kitchen tools you might want to get.

First up, there’s a selection of utensils that are great for preparing delicious vegetable-based dishes.

Meticulously prepare your Whole30 meals and make plentiful portions.

In life, it’s always a sound idea to have a plan in place – that way, you’ll improve your chances of success. When it comes to cooking, this attitude can work wonders.

It’s vital to take the time to plan out your recipes. Before you begin cooking, lay out on your kitchen counter all the ingredients, containers and utensils you’ll need. Leave any meat in the fridge for the time being. And remember, it’s also wise to arrange the ingredients in a logical order to make the process of cooking your meal seamless.

The protein salad is a cornerstone Whole30 recipe.

Having a quick protein snack in your bag is great for when you need something on the go. Many people are tempted to just grab a power bar, but it’s important to have something more nourishing for meals.

This is where the Whole30 protein salad comes in. Generally, a salad is considered to be healthy by most people – but this isn’t true if you’re just going to eat a bowl of lettuce. Again, the goal is to nourish, not deprive yourself. Make sure to add plenty of protein to that bowl!

The Whole30 braised beef brisket includes a slow cooking option.

If you’re missing devouring a big bowl of pasta, this braised beef brisket may be just the substitute.

This recipe is for a brisket that’s around the 680-gram mark. You’ll need salt, pepper, a cooking fat that’s not butter, half a chopped onion, four garlic cloves, fresh thyme and 1.25 liters of beef broth.

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What is The Whole30 about?

The Whole30 (2015) is a dietary program aimed at improving your health and general well-being. It’s based on the idea that, by cutting out certain harmful food groups and reintroducing others, you can find a diet that works for you.

The Whole30 Review

The Whole30 (2015) presents a 30-day program that helps reset your body and relationship with food. Here's why this book is worth reading:

It offers a comprehensive plan that guides readers through the process of eliminating certain foods to improve overall health and well-being.
With simple recipes and meal plans, the book provides practical tools and resources to make this dietary change achievable and sustainable.
By focusing on the benefits of whole, unprocessed foods, The Whole30 inspires readers to reconsider their eating habits and discover a new, healthier way of living.

Best quote from The Whole30

If you feel helpless and out of control with your food and cravings, the Whole30 is for you.

—Melissa Hartwig and Dallas Hartwig

Who should read The Whole30?

Nutritional therapists and health enthusiasts
Anyone suffering from lifestyle diseases such as diabetes or high blood pressure
Cooks eager to experiment with healthier recipes

About the Author

Melissa Hartwig is a nutritional therapist who specializes in helping people adjust their dietary habits. She is a co-creator of the Whole30 program, as well as a successful author and speaker.

Dallas Hartwig is a physical and nutritional therapist. His area of focus is the treatment of hormonal and digestive imbalances. He is a co-creator of the Whole30 program, a successful author and a practiced seminar leader.

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