Articles categorized as Dear Melissa



Dear Melissa—Melissa Urban wearing a light blue jean top and darker blue jeans, cooking on a wooden table top, and smiling at the camera.
May 24, 2021, 2:57 pm
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Dear Melissa: I Need Ideas for Whole30 Constipation Relief

Dear Melissa, I have been looking for remedies for Whole30 constipation relief. Could you help here? – Thanks, Julie Hi Julie, I’ve collaborated with...
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April 17, 2020, 10:15 am
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Dear Melissa: I’m Worried about Food Scarcity during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Answering your questions about navigating your Whole30 with food scarcity, shortages and availability during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why Melissa Urban Decided to do Another Whole30 HERO
April 16, 2020, 1:17 pm
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Why Melissa Urban Decided to do Another Whole30

The Whole30 CEO decided to jump into the Worldwide #Whole30AtHome after five years of maintaining her Food Freedom. Here's why.
Why Were doing the Whole30 At Home Hero
March 28, 2020, 7:44 pm
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Why We’re Launching the #Whole30AtHome

Here's what the worldwide Whole30 effort means to us during this unprecedented time.
Dear Melissa—Melissa Urban wearing a light blue jean top and darker blue jeans, cooking on a wooden table top, and smiling at the camera.
March 23, 2020, 6:12 pm
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Dear Melissa: Will I Lose Weight On The Whole30?

Note: The Whole30 is not recommended for those with a history of disordered eating, diagnosed or otherwise. If this is your context, the Whole30...
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March 20, 2020, 3:08 pm
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Dear Melissa: How Do I Know if the Whole30 is Right for Me Right Now?

Whether or not you decide to participate in the #Whole30AtHome depends on YOUR unique context.
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June 3, 2019, 1:34 pm
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  • Healthy Lifestyle

Dear Melissa: Help Me With My PMS Cravings

Dear Melissa, It’s Day 15 of my Whole 30. My cravings for something sweet and my snacking habit have been easy-peasy… until this week....
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March 11, 2019, 10:00 am
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  • Socializing and Traveling

Dear Melissa: Help Me Plan My Whole30 Birthday Party

Dear Melissa, I am 16 years old, turning 17 soon. My birthday is coming up and I need your advice on how I should...
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December 3, 2018, 11:00 am
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  • Socializing and Traveling

Dear Melissa: My Friend is Doing a “Whole30 Plus Wine”

Dear Melissa, How do I handle my friends who are “doing the Whole30” but still drinking wine on the weekends? – B., via Instagram...
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July 30, 2018, 10:00 am
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Dear Melissa: Do I Need a Probiotic?

Dear Melissa, I have been reading a lot about probiotics and how we need them for our healthy digestion. What do you suggest for...
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July 9, 2018, 10:00 am
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Dear Melissa: Are Chicken Wings compatible with The Pancake Rule?

Dear Melissa, I am getting ready to start my first Whole30. I understand that you’re not supposed to replace sugar cravings with fruit or...
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June 18, 2018, 10:00 am
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  • Whole30 101

Melissa’s Emergency Food Encyclopedia

Dear Melissa, Quick question: What is your definition of an “emergency food,” as it pertains to eating outside of your usual three or four...
Dear Melissa—Melissa Urban wearing a light blue jean top and darker blue jeans, cooking on a wooden table top, and smiling at the camera.
March 19, 2018, 10:00 am
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  • Troubleshooting Your Food Freedom

Dear Melissa: Help Me Talk about My Whole30 Weight Loss

Dear Melissa, I have lost about 110 pounds over the last 2-1/2 years, and the Whole30 was a huge part of that. But I...
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February 19, 2018, 11:00 am
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  • Troubleshooting

Dear Melissa: I’m Not Doing The Perfect Whole30

Dear Melissa, I started the program with most of the information I thought I needed, as I work in a health food store and...
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February 12, 2018, 11:00 am
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  • Food Freedom and Relationships
  • Socializing and Traveling

Dear Melissa: After My Whole30, Do I Have to Give Up My Friends?

Dear Melissa, I have done a few rounds of Whole30 and I am finally confident in my Food Freedom, making some pretty big changes...
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January 29, 2018, 11:00 am
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Dear Melissa: I’ve Tried Every Diet… and Failed. Help.

Dear Melissa, How do I get started with the Whole30 when I’ve tried everything and failed? – Jessica Jessica, The short answer is, read...
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January 22, 2018, 11:00 am
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  • Troubleshooting

Dear Melissa: I Just Hate Veggies.

Dear Melissa, Do I really have to eat vegetables with every meal, even breakfast/my husband says he’d consider doing the program with me, but...
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November 20, 2017, 11:00 am
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Dear Melissa: Help Me Plan my Holiday Mini-Reset

Dear Melissa, I’ve been reading Food Freedom Forever, because I’m determined to maintain my healthy balance this holiday season. I love the idea of...