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Whole30

Mediterranean and DASH diets are considered eating lifestyles, not diets; Whole30 is different. It is an “elimination diet” – meaning certain foods are eliminated for a certain period of time in order to promote a general sense of “feeling better.” The plan is designed to reduce inflammation in the body and improve digestion and gut health. Individuals with certain food sensitivities, who struggle with digestion or suffer from inflammation in the body will attest to the benefits of this program. What’s eliminated? Sugar. Think red wine (or any alcohol), processed foods, dairy, and legumes. Whole foods are to be eaten as close to their natural state as possible.

This is a 30-day plan, with no “cheat days” allowed. After 30 days, people are encouraged to slowly reintroduce eliminated foods to see how their body responds to them after this “fast.” Whole 30 is designed to be a kind of reset button on your metabolism. Participants in this program claim to have higher energy, better sleep, and a significant reduction in food cravings. In general, people seem to just feel better. The goal of Whole30 is to build a better relationship with food and to eliminate those foods that might do more harm than good to our systems.