Rowenna

Yeah, I've tried commercial things like V8 and even the one with fruits, or Naked type drinks and they all taste vile to me. Maybe if I make it myself it'd be better.

oystergirl - you said work with what you've got, and that sounds great to me. Right now I eat carrots, onions and lettuce. Sometimes I eat green peppers or tomatoes. Is that enough vegetables?? My husband says I need leafy greens of some sort, but I cannot stomach spinach or kale, even when cut up in tiny bits and mixed in eggs or with meat. Are there other types of vegetables I need? I'm mostly concerned about getting enough nutrients and vitamins. I'm not looking to lose any weight (maybe even gain some muscle weight) which is why I thought fruits would be a good idea. Are fruits not as necessary? I know my husband has actually cut out fruits. Mostly I eat grapes and oranges, as a substitute for things I used to snack on (like crackers). Thanks for the tips everyone! I will definitely try them out.

Hi there! I am hoping that I can get some advice/support here. My husband is a paleo/crossfit fanatic and it has done amazing things for his body and his life. I want to get the benefits of that. I'd like to build muscle and get stronger, but mostly I want to learn to eat better. I've been trying to do this for what seems like forever - at least 5 years. I struggle with my diet because I have allergies to a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables, and because of that I've simply avoided fruits and vegetables as a whole, which has caused me to build up aversions to them. I try, but I can't bring myself to eat so many things, and others I just can't eat unless they are processed/cooked. I do okay with disguising vegetables in other things, mixing them in soups or stews, but I really want to just be able to eat like a normal person! I've been starting slowly, and now eat a fully paleo breakfast (eggs and sausage/bacon rather than cereal/toast) and I'm adding fruit to my lunches. It's not so hard to cut out carbs, but I'm worried about the vegetable issue. I've been looking around the NerdFitness site and message boards and I like what I see. I know that this type of eating and lifestyle is what's right. I want to be able to eat with my husband instead of always having different meals, and I want to be a good example for my children one day. I'd love to hear from anyone with similar issues, or any advice. Thanks!