Your Unofficial Guide to Whole30®
At Thryv Organics, we believe in a holistic approach to health & wellness. When you build consistent self care habits, you help your body thrive from the inside out. CBD can be a great addition to your self care routine, but if you still find yourself suffering from low energy, inflammation and daily aches & pains, it might be time to do a body reset and take control of your health.
Our co-founder Stacie also used to struggle with sluggishness and poor overall health -- so she decided to take a closer look at her diet. When she began to eat whole, nutritious foods that properly fueled her body, she noticed a huge change in her mental and physical health. Your diet is a huge part of your self care routine, whether you realize it or not. That’s why we are such big fans of Whole30!
Whole30 is a 30-day challenge that focuses on mindful eating and building consistent healthy habits. By eating non-processed whole foods and avoiding grains, dairy and sugar for 30 days, you can reduce inflammation in your body, heal your digestive tract and calm your immune system. If you’re curious about Whole30 and want to start on the path to overall wellness, take a look at our favorite healthy (and Whole30-approved) food swaps that you can make today!
Nutpods Coffee Creamer
Nutpods is a delicious dairy-free creamer made from almonds and coconuts. It’s created without added sugar and unhealthy additives, which makes it a great Whole30-friendly (and lactose-free) alternative for your regular half-and-half or sugar-laden creamer. Bonus: their products are also certified vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and kosher!
Primal Kitchen Mayo
It can be difficult to find condiments that are Whole30-approved; many dressings, sauces and spreads contain preservatives, added sugar and other ingredients that you must avoid during the challenge. That’s why Stacie is a huge fan of Primal Kitchen’s mayo! Made with organic eggs and avocado oil, this Whole30-friendly mayo can be used on sandwiches, salads and your favorite dips. (Pro tip: Mesa De Vida Sauces are also an amazing option for your meal prep days.)
Coconut Secret Coconut Aminos
If you love soy sauce but want a healthier alternative, coconut aminos are a great option. The Coconut Secret coconut aminos are made from hand-harvested, naturally fermented organic coconut blossom sap that taste like soy sauce without the high sodium & unhealthy additives. This brand is also soy-free, gluten-free and free of added sugars.
Pederson’s Farms Whole30-Approved Meats
Pederson’s Farms is the first brand in the U.S. to make no-sugar bacon. All of their products are humanely raised, made without the use of artificial ingredients or artificial preservatives and are free from nitrates, nitrites, MSG, gluten and soy. Bonus: you can sign up for their subscription option to get Whole30-approved meats delivered right to your door!
Extra Resources
We know there is a lot of information out there about Whole30, and it can be overwhelming with all of the research, shopping, chopping and cooking. But these bloggers and their recipes make it so much easier! Some of our favorite Whole30 bloggers include:
- Alex Snodgrass of The Defined Dish (her book is a total game changer!).
- Charlotte Smythe of Clean Foodie Cravings.
- Michelle Tam of Nom Nom Paleo.
