allergy elimination diet week 2

Well this week was similar to last. Same foods are allowed. I didn't have any trouble eating the required foods (or more importantly, not eating the forbidden foods), but the trouble was, my symptoms stayed the same.

I didn't have the caffeine withdrawal problems, but the symptoms that I am trying to decipher were still present, and this was a little bit frustrating to me. I decided to continue to stick with it, hoping that by the end of the week the symptoms would get better. However, they did not. I am a bit perplexed, but I think I will start adding in neutral foods next week. (for reference, most people see relief in symptoms within 3-5 days, 8 days at the most.)

The break down of this week:

What I learned: Nothing new compared to last week. Symptoms are better now that I am off legumes, but still not at 100%, or even 75%.

What I craved: Bubble tea! For some reason I just really wanted some. Good thing I can add sugar next week and then I can go and get some herbal bubble tea!

Best Food: Cashew pancakes are still my favorite and a daily staple. However I am also loving the smoothie concoctions I have been coming up with. The best so far: frozen strawberries, frozen mango, fresh spinach, pomegranate juice, and almond butter. YUM!

Next week comes chicken, sugar, and soy!