Day 32 Done, but not really...

RESULTS (SO FAR)
Down 14 pounds
Stopped taking allergy medications (usually year round)
Sleep has been amazing
Energy for work outs good
Face and skin clear
Fingernails growing
Just not feeling as 'puffy'
No caffeine for 32 days
I know I have lost inches, but those measurements will be taken later today.

NEXT STEPS
Because of the TOM issue (just ending), I am going to continue on with some re-introduction as things presents themselves - no real 'needs' just now.  Last night for husbands birthday we went to a local BBQ joint.  I am sure that there were things the meat was cooked in that were not compliant and plus sides like slaw, but it we didn't go on a cake and pie binge.  So, with one night off, I am continuing on for a couple of days and then will see if there is anything that strikes my fancy.  I am pretty sure wine is going to be next.

AFTER LAST NIGHT
I have to admit that I woke up this morning with a gut ache and feeling a bit bloated.  Just another reason to stay on.  Because of our outing last night, I don't think I could make a determination of the culprit, so a few more days on and I will be more careful when I decide to add the next item - ONLY ONE AT A TIME!

THOUGHTS
I don't think I have slayed the sugar dragon completely.  However, with vacation this month, my 50th, etc all in the month of March, I think I will hold off on anything like a 2nd Whole30 until at least April.  I have noticed that I am not craving anything sugary, but when those treats come around, I am still very tempted.  I would like to alleviate the longing and deprived feeling as I pass them by - is that possible?

I had hoped to feel so amazing that I would want to dump all my prescriptions (bc, thyroid & depression), but after the PERIOD FROM HELL, I am not ready.  Just eating healthy did a number on my hormones, I cannot imagine what my body would be up against if these hormone based drugs were dropped.  I have appointments coming up with some of the doctors and we will have some serious conversations.  My husband says he doesn't feel any better or worse.  I am a bit bummed about that.  His cholesterol levels were great, but the doctor is attributing it to the meds.  His sleep has been good too, but also he uses meds there, so... Only time will tell and we each have to be comfortable with our choices.


Recommend this to anyone!  You can do anything for 30 days, and this has been worth it!