Wanting to keep my blog posts a reasonable length, I didn't go into a lot of detail, so I will use this opportunity to give you some pre-21DSD planning, just in case you are interested.
I had ordered the book over the holidays. Being the practical, realistic (OCD) person that I am - I knew to pre-plan this kind of "diet". With my birthday being in early January, I decided to not start the 21DSD until after my birthday (I knew I was having pie on my special day!).
Over the holidays, I read the book. It recommends a lot of pre-planning prior to starting the program, so keep that in mind if you decide to give this a try.
I started phasing sweets out almost two weeks before officially starting. Not all sweets, mind, you, but cutting back on the sweetener I added to my coffee, passing on sugary sweets, and opting for fruit - that kind of stuff. I added a few items to our pantry that I didn't have before - like coconut oil, coconut flour, and made sure we had plenty of spices. I bought a single serve blender, for easy use of making smoothies.
The 21DSD also has a supportive website. I registered my email, with my start date of January 13th. This means that every day of the program, I receive a wonderful, supportive email - it contains a positive message (sometimes even funny!), meal plan suggestions, and a recipe.
I went ahead and made a large batch of the pumpkin spice pancakes recipe that is in the book. They are fine to freeze, and then cook as needed.
Since my family decided to NOT join me on this oh-so-fun plan (yes, that's sarcasm again), meal planning has been a bit more challenging. So far, I have had success making one meal for everyone, and then modifying slightly for my needs. For example, I will make a chicken and vegetable stir-fry, which everyone will eat, but serve rice to the family, but put mine over spinach. Or, I'll make a chili that everyone can eat, but the family gets garlic bread, and. . .I get to watch them eat garlic bread.
You get the idea.
But I just don't have time to make separate meals.
Now, I am two weeks into this 21DSD - it has gotten a lot easier, and I am thinking that my cravings for sweets is not as powerful. I'm definitely not as tired in the afternoon as I used to be - and that alone is a huge positive.
Plus, I am already planning on continuing with a reduced sugar lifestyle after the 21 days. I am looking forward to adding more fruit back into my diet (I miss strawberries and cantaloupe!), and I will also be able to have honey and pure maple syrup, if needed. As of right now, I am thinking it is really not needed! This past week, I made no-sugar added Paleo blueberry muffins that are fabulous, and tonight I made almond Paleo pancakes with no added sugars. They are fine on their own. My taste buds have definitely adjusted!
One more week to go. . .
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