WEEK 6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can we eat legumes, green beans, peas, kidney beans, black eyed beans, white beans, lentils,
chick peas?
At this time all beans, peas, legumes, and chick-peas are removed for this ‘season’. We do
make the exception of saying a little bit of hummus is ok if it will help you to eat a lot of veggies!
(Not use the veggies to spoonful lots of hummus ?? ) Please note that throughout the next week
to few weeks monitor your body’s progress and how you are feeling as hummus can be great,
and some may be sensitive to it while flipping the switch. Guacamole is a great substitution for
this!
Is it still ok to have some Hummus?
If hummus will cause you to eat lots of veggies a little hummus is ok. Otherwise you should
remove it. Observe how your body reacts to it. Guacamole is a great substitution for this!
Are radishes approved?
They are still on the approved in season food list For some, radishes can be sweet and should
ideally be removed for this ‘season’.
What about butternut squash, pumpkin, zucchini?
Squashes including butternut, pumpkin and zucchini are on the list we call “In The Middle”. They
are not necessary and for some they may be too sweet hindering a flip from sugar to fat
burning. Observe how your body reacts if you choose to eat them.
Can I continue to cook with olive and coconut oils?
Yes, you are still welcome to cook with these oils (coconut is our favorite!) and remember to use
these sparingly ??
Can I continue to use unsweetened coconut or almond milk as a drink and/or in my Alkagizer?
Fresh made no sugar added. It may slow the process down and if the switch isn’t happening or
you reach a plateau then it should be removed.
Is Nutritional yeast ok?
At this time, nutritional yeast is not in season.
What is the Wildfit position about vinegars?
The official WildFit position is that we are not fans of vinegars as it is a fermented food.
Can I use spirulina in my smoothie?
Spirulina is algae which the WildFit stance is that it is not originally part of the human diet. From
‘seagreens’ it is more seaweed that is recommended.
What about nuts?
Nuts: They are a great snack! Have them. But.. Peanuts and Cashews are not nuts and Not
WildFit Approved Have nuts in moderation – handful a day should be enough. We simply didn’t
have the tools and technology to eat them the way they are available today. Here is a reminder
on what is required to open a nut! https://youtu.be/lVfL_7qGIc8
If we can’t find Collard Greens, what veggie is ok to substitute in the Alkagizer?
You can just use more of one of the other greens that are in the alkagizer. Goal is to keep it
green and bitter (not sweet).
What about almond and coconut flours are they ok?
They are ok for sprinkling but at this stage should not be used for baking
What happens if I slip? Do I have to start all over?
We have reached the point to avoid slips to the best of our abilities. A slip will set you back
several days. However, don’t beat yourself up, get yourself back on track and move on.
What does Eric mean by seasons? How long is a season?
Seasons will be covered in more detail in the weeks to come. WildFit is based on the principles
that we evolved in a natural environment that has cycles and seasons. Going through seasons
of nutritional variety, fruit in season at times, an abundance of vegetables as well as abundance
of hunting in other times. It is not based on our local/calendar year seasons. We will discuss
how long as season is in future weeks. They will vary according to an individual’s health and
goals.
What is WildFit’s stance on fermented vegetables, such as sauerkraut?
Fermentation…. not so good. Your digestive system creates its own; eating it is not, well, WildFit
approved.
Are dates ok?
At this time, dates would be removed for this season.
Have supplements been discussed?
Are we supposed to take them? I was taking vitamins, calcium, turmeric, red yeast rice, CoQ10,
fish oil, etc… Are they ok to take or have we been sold a bill of goods on vitamins, too? We are
not in a place to give advice about supplements. The WildFit view is to get all nutrients from
fresh food before looking into areas that might need supplementation on top of that.
What about oats?
Not cooked, mixed with a few seeds Oats (long term) are rated as ‘occasional’ but at this phase
of the WildFit challenge, it is out. Is it ok to freeze the Alkagizer for later? Fresh is best yet yes
the alkagizer can be frozen for later occasionally.
What about all these veggies in the alkagizer with thyroid and Hashimoto’s disease?
Please follow the advice of your doctor regarding any food restrictions related to thyroid issues.
Will the empty stomach hunger stop once my body is readjusted or will I continue to have to eat
every two hours?
As your stomach shrinks it will take less food to fill you up so you will probably find you are
eating often.
