30 Day Whole Food Challenge

This book explores the phenomenon that is sweeping the nation and lining the counters of home kitchens everywhere. It is the 30 Day Whole Food Challenge. This book will take you from the very idea of whole foods through the completion of the challenge. You will learn what constitutes a whole food and the benefits you can receive from a whole food diet. You will receive a comprehensive list of foods that are allowed on the challenge, including meat, fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds and oils. You will learn the benefits of a whole food diet, including better skin, better sleep, less pain, more energy and weight loss. You can look through the Vitamin Guide that will inform you of the different nutrients and vitamins you will receive from some of the most beloved whole foods. Meal-planning will be explored along with a one month sample meal plan for breakfast since breakfast tends to be the hardest meal of the day for individuals new to the whole-foods menu. You will learn how to "Healthy Up" your house so you don't just embark on the 30-day whole food challenge but get real tips and tools to live a healthier lifestyle. Learning how to prep and organize your kitchen and meal planning will give you the knowledge you need to quickly adapt to the challenge. You will be inspired by the quotes found in this book and learn the mantras this book offers to help you succeed. Learn how to deal with negative influences in your life and defeat those "just one bite" moments. Get answers to questions you have about the challenge such as "Ghee, what the heck is ghee?", "Won't I get bored of salad?" and "Can I bake?" Learn about portion size and how to eat the correct amount of all different types of food. Comes with a handy guide that teaches you how to eyeball portion size. Cook up 28 different recipes that are easily adapted to fit your preferred ingredients and flavors and learn about the "case for cooking it yourself". The book ends with tips and advice on how to carry the 30 day whole food challenge over into a healthy and permanent lifestyle change.