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Embracing Change with The New Whole30

Dear Melissa, Your flagship book, The Whole30, came out in April 2015—almost nine years ago. Have you thought about updating that book, and if so, what would you most want to change or revise? —Love, Everyone Dear Everyone, I get this question all the time, and I’ve been thinking about...Melissa Urban discusses the evolution of Whole30, how she embraced change along the way, and unveils a surprise—the New Whole30 book.
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How to deal with stress beyond food

Dear Melissa, I just finished my January Whole30, and I feel amazing! I have more energy, my skin is glowing, I’m no longer bloated all the time, and I ran my fastest 5K time ever this weekend. Now that I’m approaching my food freedom, I’m thinking about how to deal with...Melissa Urban shares effective ways on how to deal with stress by emphasizing the importance of connecting with yourself and others.
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A closer look at dietary fat on the Whole30

Dear Melissa, I’m on Day 15 of my second Whole30, and I’m wondering if there is such a thing as eating too much dietary fat. Can I cook some eggs in avocado oil and top with hollandaise sauce? Or cook a skillet meal in ghee, but also drizzle it with...Melissa Urban reveals insights into dietary fats on the Whole30, emphasizing the importance of trusting your body signals.
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Three Steps to Maintain your Whole30 Commitment

Dear Melissa,  I’m on Day 3 of my first Whole30. So far it’s going really well, but the excitement of the first day or two has worn off, and it made me think about a video you made talking about motivation. You said when you’re starting a new habit, you...Melissa Urban unveils a three-step plan to stay motivated, maintain your Whole30 commitment, and create lasting habits.
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The Whole30 Mindset

As you approach the January Whole30, there are lots of tasks on your checklist: plan some meals, clean out the pantry, hit the grocery store, stock up on emergency food, ditch the scale, make some If/Then plans… Getting ready for the Whole30 is exciting! Each step helps Future You sail...Melissa Urban shares how to shift from a diet mentality to the Whole30 mindset centered on empowerment and self-discovery.
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How to Stay Social on Your Whole30

I always encourage you to stay social on your Whole30, recognizing that your health commitment is an integral part of these interactions. Sure, this month, you’re not drinking alcohol, eating added sugar, or grabbing a slice of pizza, but that doesn’t mean you have to live like a hermit. One...Melissa Urban shares how to stay social on your Whole30 while also protecting your energy and your health commitment.
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Your Guide to Food Freedom this Holiday Season

Dear Melissa, We’re heading into holiday party season, and I’m going to use the holiday tips in Food Freedom Forever and your boundary scripts in The Book of Boundaries to help me feel my best this season around sweets and alcohol. But boundaries can be hard when the hostess is...Melissa Urban shares her 6 step guide to Food Freedom at holiday parties. Learn to set boundaries and navigate the holidays with confidence.
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Find your Food Freedom “why,” Part 2

In Part 1 of Find your Food Freedom “why”, I said that if you really want Food Freedom success, you need to work your Food Freedom plan as hard as you worked your Whole30. To do that, make your Food Freedom plan starts with a solid “why.” In part two...Find your food freedom "why" with Melissa Urban in this Dear Melissa series. Then use it to tackle challenges on your path to food freedom.
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Find your Food Freedom “why,” Part 1

You’ll often hear me and the Whole30 HQ team talk about finding your Whole30 “why,” and using that to help you stay on track with your Whole30 commitment. But how many of you have a Food Freedom ”why?” And if you don’t… why not? I’ve said it before—for Food Freedom...Discover how to find your food freedom "why" from Melissa Urban. Understand the benefits and learn how to uncover your personal motivations.
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