3 Modern Success Stories
. . . And what do they eat? Before you're willing to even consider the fact you have an inner caveman lurking inside you, you may be hoping that somewhere there's proof this style of eating improves your health.
Three separate cultures are coming close to it -- and not surprisingly, they have the longest lifespan and are among the healthiest people on the planet.
No, it's definitely not politically correct to call the following three societies prehistoric. But I've termed them in this manner because of the diet they eat. The three population segments, as diverse as they are, have one factor in common: they all have the longest life spans in the world.
Not only that, their populations are virtually unscathed when it comes to suffering from modern degenerative diseases. Who are these people?
They are the Sardinians, residents of the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, the Okinawans, who live on the island of Okinawa off the coast of Japan, and a religious group, the Seventh Day Adventists. Each of these groups keeps a low-calorie diet composed primarily of fruits and vegetables.
If there's a diet that could be called the polar opposite of the Standard American Diet, then this one may be it. The Okinawans start by eating a minimum of seven servings of vegetables a day. In addition they eat two to four servings of fruit. (Are you with me so far?)
The group of islanders doesn't strictly follow the caveman pattern, though. They do eat some grains, mostly in the form of noodles, bread, and rice -- and just about all of them are whole grains.
The Sardinians and Seventh Day Adventists eat in a similar manner. And as a group, they not only experience an amazing longevity, but experience very few degenerative diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes and so on and so on. This diet has been shown to reduce high blood pressure, reduce high triglyceride counts because you are not eating starches and allows your body to better regulate insulin which helps the diabetic person.
According to many nutritionists, eating whole plant foods slows your body's digestive processes. This actually helps your body to absorb nutrients more effectively. And in the long run, this gives you a more balanced array of vitamins and minerals. Not only that, but a slow digestive process means your appetite is regulated and your blood sugar remains level.
Armed with all of this, you're well on your way to nourishing your inner caveman. You're beginning a new journey that will take you into the future healthier and with more vitality, by using the wisdom and evidence of the past. Ironic isn't it?
As you travel, you may encounter a few bumps in the road. Don't let that stop you. Don't let it discourage you. Just take your new eating habits, one meal at a time. You'll discover it's easy to keep on track this way!
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets.
Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: Paleo foods Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other articles on Victorinox Products:
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Monday, September 26, 2011
Nourishing Your Inner Caveman Isn't That Hard!
Tips To Help Nourish Your Inner Caveman
When you begin this new way of eating, you may try hard but end up slipping up, either because of time or misconceptions. Below are several meal-planning tips to help you start nourishing your inner caveman properly!
Eat as many fruits and vegetables as you want. In fact, the more you eat, the better. You can add fresh raw tomatoes as a side dish to just about any meal, including breakfast! Stuff your omelets with your favorite vegetables. Eat a large bowl of fruit for breakfast. There are plenty of ways to enjoy these nutritionally powerful foods without feeling as if you're eating the same old foods every day.
Limit snacking on dried fruits. Technically, you should eliminate all dried fruit. It spikes your glycemic index far too fast. But if you just can't stay away from this type of food, at least try to eat it in moderation. Substitute other snacks -- even moderate amounts of nuts and seeds -- instead of snacking on dehydrated fruit.
Armed with all of this, you're well on your way to nourishing your inner caveman. You're beginning a new journey that will take you into the future healthier and with more vitality, by using the wisdom and evidence of the past. Ironic isn't it?
As you travel, you may encounter a few bumps in the road. Don't let that stop you. Don't let it discourage you. Just take your new eating habits, one meal at a time. You'll discover it's easy to keep on track this way!
Consider the following few tips, tricks, and techniques -- a cheat sheet for your new lifestyle. This succinct list can be a constant reminder of how simple it is to succeed. Review this regularly. Every time you read it, you'll find a different secret you can use to propel you to success!
Below are six tips guaranteed to help you transform your inner caveman from a malnourished ghost into a healthy, robust part of your life!
1. When you eat meat, your first choice should be that from pasture-raised and grass-fed animals. If this isn't possible, choose the leanest cuts of meat.
2. Eliminate, as much as possible, all cereal grains and legumes (and remember the peanut is really a legume in disguise!).
3. If it comes in a box, don't eat it. You can't get much clearer than that, can you? One of the first steps is to stop eating all packaged and processed foods. Yes, I realize you may have to wean yourself off of these. And that's fine. You're at least taking the first step.
4. Say goodbye to dairy products. For me, this was the most difficult part of the program. The only dairy products you can safely eat are butter and small amounts of heavy cream.
5. Eat only when you're hungry. Don't stress if you skip an occasional meal. You will soon get back in touch with your body and it'll let you know when you're hungry!
6. Whenever possible, eat your fruits and vegetables fresh. And eat them without many condiments or sauces. Your ancient caveman didn't set up a fondue pot over his fire.
These tips will help you initially navigate your new eating habits. Soon you won't need them at all.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: what is paleo diet Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other articles on Carpal Tunnel: The Best CTS Treatment
When you begin this new way of eating, you may try hard but end up slipping up, either because of time or misconceptions. Below are several meal-planning tips to help you start nourishing your inner caveman properly!
Eat as many fruits and vegetables as you want. In fact, the more you eat, the better. You can add fresh raw tomatoes as a side dish to just about any meal, including breakfast! Stuff your omelets with your favorite vegetables. Eat a large bowl of fruit for breakfast. There are plenty of ways to enjoy these nutritionally powerful foods without feeling as if you're eating the same old foods every day.
Limit snacking on dried fruits. Technically, you should eliminate all dried fruit. It spikes your glycemic index far too fast. But if you just can't stay away from this type of food, at least try to eat it in moderation. Substitute other snacks -- even moderate amounts of nuts and seeds -- instead of snacking on dehydrated fruit.
Armed with all of this, you're well on your way to nourishing your inner caveman. You're beginning a new journey that will take you into the future healthier and with more vitality, by using the wisdom and evidence of the past. Ironic isn't it?
As you travel, you may encounter a few bumps in the road. Don't let that stop you. Don't let it discourage you. Just take your new eating habits, one meal at a time. You'll discover it's easy to keep on track this way!
Consider the following few tips, tricks, and techniques -- a cheat sheet for your new lifestyle. This succinct list can be a constant reminder of how simple it is to succeed. Review this regularly. Every time you read it, you'll find a different secret you can use to propel you to success!
Below are six tips guaranteed to help you transform your inner caveman from a malnourished ghost into a healthy, robust part of your life!
1. When you eat meat, your first choice should be that from pasture-raised and grass-fed animals. If this isn't possible, choose the leanest cuts of meat.
2. Eliminate, as much as possible, all cereal grains and legumes (and remember the peanut is really a legume in disguise!).
3. If it comes in a box, don't eat it. You can't get much clearer than that, can you? One of the first steps is to stop eating all packaged and processed foods. Yes, I realize you may have to wean yourself off of these. And that's fine. You're at least taking the first step.
4. Say goodbye to dairy products. For me, this was the most difficult part of the program. The only dairy products you can safely eat are butter and small amounts of heavy cream.
5. Eat only when you're hungry. Don't stress if you skip an occasional meal. You will soon get back in touch with your body and it'll let you know when you're hungry!
6. Whenever possible, eat your fruits and vegetables fresh. And eat them without many condiments or sauces. Your ancient caveman didn't set up a fondue pot over his fire.
These tips will help you initially navigate your new eating habits. Soon you won't need them at all.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: what is paleo diet Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other articles on Carpal Tunnel: The Best CTS Treatment
Foods Of The Paleo Diet
What To Eat And Not To Eat!
Now that you have decided to try the new Paleo diet that everyone is talking about, it is very important that you become well informed about what foods are encouraged and what foods are not acceptable. It isn’t as difficult to clarify both of these categories as one would think, for as long as you keep in mind that if it isn’t nutritious or beneficial to your body, it is probably not on the list of Paleo foods that are acceptable for the diet. However, there are some exceptions, along with some specific foods that this diet is centered around; furthermore, it is crucial to stick to these foods.
The food that is the heart of this diet is lean meat because it is filling and has a high protein value. Some of the meats that are included are all lean cuts of beef, pork, chicken and turkey. This would consist of cuts such as skinless turkey and chicken breast, beef London broil, beef tenderloin, T-bone steak, beef sirloin steak or roast, beef round steak, pork rib and center loin chops, pork tenderloin and top loin roasts. Eggs are an additional great source of protein as long as no more than six are consumed in a week.
Fish and seafood are on the Paleo list of foods because they are an equally good source of protein, plus they are rich in vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Most of all, they are very low in fat and calories. Just a few of the types of fish and seafood recommended for those on the diet are , clams, lobster, scallops, shrimp, crab, trout, catfish, bass, crappie, sole fish, cod, eel, haddock, monkfish, albacore, mackerel, sword fish, red snapper, salmon, sea bass, halibut and tuna.
An additional source of protein that is not in the meat group but are encouraged as a Paleo food group are nuts and seeds. They are also chocked full of vitamins, minerals and healthy oils. Remember that salt is not healthy, so stick to unsalted nuts and seeds such as pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseeds, psyllium seeds, and sunflower seeds, cashews, pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, chestnuts, almonds, coconut and macadamia nuts.
Last but not least, fruits and vegetables are a huge part of the Paleo diet. Not only are they healthy, but also add lots of variety to the diet. Every single kind of fruit is encouraged and is on the food list including bananas, star fruit, pineapple, berries and citrus fruits. Absolutely no fruits are eliminated. Some of the Paleo vegetable foods include celery, beets, onions, pumpkin, squash, peppers, tomatoes, artichokes, broccoli, carrots, eggplant, leafy greens, radishes, cabbage and turnips. Almost all vegetables are recommended for the diet with the exception of all types of potatoes.
While there is a large amount of different kinds of foods allowed for those on the Paleo diet, there are with out a doubt some foods that you must steer clear of. Dairy foods, cereals and grains, beans and other legumes, starchy foods such as potatoes, large amounts of salt, meat fat, drinks with sugar and all sweets should be avoided. In spite of this, there are numerous foods included on the list for this diet that are both perfect for satisfying snack cravings and for using in recipes. The many different kinds of delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner meals that can be made from Paleo foods are simply endless.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: paleo foods Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the paleo diet. Also see my other article for Celestron Telescopes: Celestron C8 Telescopes
Now that you have decided to try the new Paleo diet that everyone is talking about, it is very important that you become well informed about what foods are encouraged and what foods are not acceptable. It isn’t as difficult to clarify both of these categories as one would think, for as long as you keep in mind that if it isn’t nutritious or beneficial to your body, it is probably not on the list of Paleo foods that are acceptable for the diet. However, there are some exceptions, along with some specific foods that this diet is centered around; furthermore, it is crucial to stick to these foods.
The food that is the heart of this diet is lean meat because it is filling and has a high protein value. Some of the meats that are included are all lean cuts of beef, pork, chicken and turkey. This would consist of cuts such as skinless turkey and chicken breast, beef London broil, beef tenderloin, T-bone steak, beef sirloin steak or roast, beef round steak, pork rib and center loin chops, pork tenderloin and top loin roasts. Eggs are an additional great source of protein as long as no more than six are consumed in a week.
Fish and seafood are on the Paleo list of foods because they are an equally good source of protein, plus they are rich in vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Most of all, they are very low in fat and calories. Just a few of the types of fish and seafood recommended for those on the diet are , clams, lobster, scallops, shrimp, crab, trout, catfish, bass, crappie, sole fish, cod, eel, haddock, monkfish, albacore, mackerel, sword fish, red snapper, salmon, sea bass, halibut and tuna.
An additional source of protein that is not in the meat group but are encouraged as a Paleo food group are nuts and seeds. They are also chocked full of vitamins, minerals and healthy oils. Remember that salt is not healthy, so stick to unsalted nuts and seeds such as pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseeds, psyllium seeds, and sunflower seeds, cashews, pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, chestnuts, almonds, coconut and macadamia nuts.
Last but not least, fruits and vegetables are a huge part of the Paleo diet. Not only are they healthy, but also add lots of variety to the diet. Every single kind of fruit is encouraged and is on the food list including bananas, star fruit, pineapple, berries and citrus fruits. Absolutely no fruits are eliminated. Some of the Paleo vegetable foods include celery, beets, onions, pumpkin, squash, peppers, tomatoes, artichokes, broccoli, carrots, eggplant, leafy greens, radishes, cabbage and turnips. Almost all vegetables are recommended for the diet with the exception of all types of potatoes.
While there is a large amount of different kinds of foods allowed for those on the Paleo diet, there are with out a doubt some foods that you must steer clear of. Dairy foods, cereals and grains, beans and other legumes, starchy foods such as potatoes, large amounts of salt, meat fat, drinks with sugar and all sweets should be avoided. In spite of this, there are numerous foods included on the list for this diet that are both perfect for satisfying snack cravings and for using in recipes. The many different kinds of delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner meals that can be made from Paleo foods are simply endless.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: paleo foods Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the paleo diet. Also see my other article for Celestron Telescopes: Celestron C8 Telescopes
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Foods Of The Paleo Diet
What To Eat And Not To Eat!
Now that you have decided to try the new Paleo diet that everyone is talking about, it is very important that you become well informed about what foods are encouraged and what foods are not acceptable. It isn’t as difficult to clarify both of these categories as one would think, for as long as you keep in mind that if it isn’t nutritious or beneficial to your body, it is probably not on the list of Paleo foods that are acceptable for the diet. However, there are some exceptions, along with some specific foods that this diet is centered around; furthermore, it is crucial to stick to these foods.
The food that is the heart of this diet is lean meat because it is filling and has a high protein value. Some of the meats that are included are all lean cuts of beef, pork, chicken and turkey. This would consist of cuts such as skinless turkey and chicken breast, beef London broil, beef tenderloin, T-bone steak, beef sirloin steak or roast, beef round steak, pork rib and center loin chops, pork tenderloin and top loin roasts. Eggs are an additional great source of protein as long as no more than six are consumed in a week.
Fish and seafood are on the Paleo list of foods because they are an equally good source of protein, plus they are rich in vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Most of all, they are very low in fat and calories. Just a few of the types of fish and seafood recommended for those on the diet are , clams, lobster, scallops, shrimp, crab, trout, catfish, bass, crappie, sole fish, cod, eel, haddock, monkfish, albacore, mackerel, sword fish, red snapper, salmon, sea bass, halibut and tuna.
An additional source of protein that is not in the meat group but are encouraged as a Paleo food group are nuts and seeds. They are also chocked full of vitamins, minerals and healthy oils. Remember that salt is not healthy, so stick to unsalted nuts and seeds such as pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseeds, psyllium seeds, and sunflower seeds, cashews, pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, chestnuts, almonds, coconut and macadamia nuts.
Last but not least, fruits and vegetables are a huge part of the Paleo diet. Not only are they healthy, but also add lots of variety to the diet. Every single kind of fruit is encouraged and is on the food list including bananas, star fruit, pineapple, berries and citrus fruits. Absolutely no fruits are eliminated. Some of the Paleo vegetable foods include celery, beets, onions, pumpkin, squash, peppers, tomatoes, artichokes, broccoli, carrots, eggplant, leafy greens, radishes, cabbage and turnips. Almost all vegetables are recommended for the diet with the exception of all types of potatoes.
While there is a large amount of different kinds of foods allowed for those on the Paleo diet, there are with out a doubt some foods that you must steer clear of. Dairy foods, cereals and grains, beans and other legumes, starchy foods such as potatoes, large amounts of salt, meat fat, drinks with sugar and all sweets should be avoided. In spite of this, there are numerous foods included on the list for this diet that are both perfect for satisfying snack cravings and for using in recipes. The many different kinds of delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner meals that can be made from Paleo foods are simply endless.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: paleo foods Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the paleo diet. Also see my other article on The Paleo Diet: Paleo Diet Info
Now that you have decided to try the new Paleo diet that everyone is talking about, it is very important that you become well informed about what foods are encouraged and what foods are not acceptable. It isn’t as difficult to clarify both of these categories as one would think, for as long as you keep in mind that if it isn’t nutritious or beneficial to your body, it is probably not on the list of Paleo foods that are acceptable for the diet. However, there are some exceptions, along with some specific foods that this diet is centered around; furthermore, it is crucial to stick to these foods.
The food that is the heart of this diet is lean meat because it is filling and has a high protein value. Some of the meats that are included are all lean cuts of beef, pork, chicken and turkey. This would consist of cuts such as skinless turkey and chicken breast, beef London broil, beef tenderloin, T-bone steak, beef sirloin steak or roast, beef round steak, pork rib and center loin chops, pork tenderloin and top loin roasts. Eggs are an additional great source of protein as long as no more than six are consumed in a week.
Fish and seafood are on the Paleo list of foods because they are an equally good source of protein, plus they are rich in vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Most of all, they are very low in fat and calories. Just a few of the types of fish and seafood recommended for those on the diet are , clams, lobster, scallops, shrimp, crab, trout, catfish, bass, crappie, sole fish, cod, eel, haddock, monkfish, albacore, mackerel, sword fish, red snapper, salmon, sea bass, halibut and tuna.
An additional source of protein that is not in the meat group but are encouraged as a Paleo food group are nuts and seeds. They are also chocked full of vitamins, minerals and healthy oils. Remember that salt is not healthy, so stick to unsalted nuts and seeds such as pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseeds, psyllium seeds, and sunflower seeds, cashews, pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, chestnuts, almonds, coconut and macadamia nuts.
Last but not least, fruits and vegetables are a huge part of the Paleo diet. Not only are they healthy, but also add lots of variety to the diet. Every single kind of fruit is encouraged and is on the food list including bananas, star fruit, pineapple, berries and citrus fruits. Absolutely no fruits are eliminated. Some of the Paleo vegetable foods include celery, beets, onions, pumpkin, squash, peppers, tomatoes, artichokes, broccoli, carrots, eggplant, leafy greens, radishes, cabbage and turnips. Almost all vegetables are recommended for the diet with the exception of all types of potatoes.
While there is a large amount of different kinds of foods allowed for those on the Paleo diet, there are with out a doubt some foods that you must steer clear of. Dairy foods, cereals and grains, beans and other legumes, starchy foods such as potatoes, large amounts of salt, meat fat, drinks with sugar and all sweets should be avoided. In spite of this, there are numerous foods included on the list for this diet that are both perfect for satisfying snack cravings and for using in recipes. The many different kinds of delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner meals that can be made from Paleo foods are simply endless.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: paleo foods Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the paleo diet. Also see my other article on The Paleo Diet: Paleo Diet Info
Eat Like A Caveman
Typically when we think of cavemen, we think about clubs, animal skins, and long straggly hair. But no one ever thinks about the caveman’s diet and how it mainly consisted of the healthy and pure foods.
The cavemen that lived before the agricultural age were, in many ways, extremely fit and athletic people. They were hunters and gatherers forced to walk for long distances in search for large game animals, fruits, berries, and nuts. Once food became scarce in one area, they relocated in order to find better provisions somewhere else.
The Paleolithic diet or Paleo diet is probably the oldest diet around. Farming of wheat and other plants did not exist until about 10,000 years ago. The Paleolithic Era ended about 20,000 years ago. Because genes take hundreds of thousands of years to adapt a person’s metabolism and physiology to different lifestyles, it is easy to understand why people have such digestive problems with the grains, legumes, and dairy products that weren’t available during the Paleolithic Era.
The Paleolithic diet calls for eliminating all packaged and processed foods. These types of foods include all wheat and cereal grains, bagels, breads, pastry, donuts, cookies, crackers, etc. All of these kinds of foods were not available during the days of the caveman. Since the caveman did not eat dairy products, the Paleolithic diet also eliminates foods like milk, butter, cheese, yogurt, etc. However, that does not mean that you are out of food options. Cavemen ate a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. Plus, they ate a lot of animal protein.
However, the meat that cavemen ate consisted of lean cuts. Plus, the animals that they ate were obviously not fed a diet of hormones. On the Paleo diet, it is important to consume meats that come from animals that were grass and pasture fed. Lean cuts of meat include chuck steak, London broil, lean pork, pork chops, pork loin, flank steak, top sirloin steak and lean beef as long as all of the visible fat is removed. You can even eat extra-lean hamburgers as long as they contain no more than 7 percent fat. You can also eat poultry like chicken breast, game-hem breast, and turkey breast. In addition, you can eat some types of organ meats like beef, lamb, pork, and chicken livers. Plus, if you’re up for it, try eating beef, lamb, and pork tongues. Cavemen also ate eggs, so feel free to eat eggs as long as you limit yourself to a maximum of six eggs a week.
The Paleolithic diet gives your body a chance to absorb nutrients more effectively. You are able to give your body a more balanced array of vitamins and minerals. Plus, filling your diet with fresh plants and lean meat slows your body’s digestive process down. This accomplishes two things. One, a slow digestive process maintains a level blood sugar level. Plus, a slower digestive process means that your appetite is regulated; you stay fuller longer, decreasing the amount that you eat and more importantly, how much you over eat.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets.
Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: caveman paleolithic diet Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other article on The Paleo Diet: Paleo Meals You Can Make
The cavemen that lived before the agricultural age were, in many ways, extremely fit and athletic people. They were hunters and gatherers forced to walk for long distances in search for large game animals, fruits, berries, and nuts. Once food became scarce in one area, they relocated in order to find better provisions somewhere else.
The Paleolithic diet or Paleo diet is probably the oldest diet around. Farming of wheat and other plants did not exist until about 10,000 years ago. The Paleolithic Era ended about 20,000 years ago. Because genes take hundreds of thousands of years to adapt a person’s metabolism and physiology to different lifestyles, it is easy to understand why people have such digestive problems with the grains, legumes, and dairy products that weren’t available during the Paleolithic Era.
The Paleolithic diet calls for eliminating all packaged and processed foods. These types of foods include all wheat and cereal grains, bagels, breads, pastry, donuts, cookies, crackers, etc. All of these kinds of foods were not available during the days of the caveman. Since the caveman did not eat dairy products, the Paleolithic diet also eliminates foods like milk, butter, cheese, yogurt, etc. However, that does not mean that you are out of food options. Cavemen ate a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. Plus, they ate a lot of animal protein.
However, the meat that cavemen ate consisted of lean cuts. Plus, the animals that they ate were obviously not fed a diet of hormones. On the Paleo diet, it is important to consume meats that come from animals that were grass and pasture fed. Lean cuts of meat include chuck steak, London broil, lean pork, pork chops, pork loin, flank steak, top sirloin steak and lean beef as long as all of the visible fat is removed. You can even eat extra-lean hamburgers as long as they contain no more than 7 percent fat. You can also eat poultry like chicken breast, game-hem breast, and turkey breast. In addition, you can eat some types of organ meats like beef, lamb, pork, and chicken livers. Plus, if you’re up for it, try eating beef, lamb, and pork tongues. Cavemen also ate eggs, so feel free to eat eggs as long as you limit yourself to a maximum of six eggs a week.
The Paleolithic diet gives your body a chance to absorb nutrients more effectively. You are able to give your body a more balanced array of vitamins and minerals. Plus, filling your diet with fresh plants and lean meat slows your body’s digestive process down. This accomplishes two things. One, a slow digestive process maintains a level blood sugar level. Plus, a slower digestive process means that your appetite is regulated; you stay fuller longer, decreasing the amount that you eat and more importantly, how much you over eat.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets.
Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: caveman paleolithic diet Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other article on The Paleo Diet: Paleo Meals You Can Make
The Paleo Diet Explained
The Paleo Diet, short for Paleolithic diet, is a natural foods based eating program designed to mimic the healthier meal practices of our human ancestors. This diet, also known as the caveman diet, stone age diet, or hunter-gatherer diet, is based on the habitually food consumption patterns of humans during the Paleolithic era. The diet consisted only of that which could be hunted or gathered.
The Paleo plan was first popularized by Walter L. Voegtlin in the 1970s. Voegtlin, a gastroenterologist theorized that humans are genetically programmed to eat what was available to their genetic forefathers, therefore the ideal human diet is not based
on an agricultural lifestyle, but rather, a hunter-gatherer existence. In 1975 he published the Book “ The Stone Age Diet: Based On In-Depth Studies of Human Ecology and the Diet of Man” in which he argued that man was primarily a carnivore, and like other carnivorous animals, his body demanded a diet rich in proteins and animal fats and low in carbohydrates. 10 years later, in 1985, a group of doctors from Emory University published a paper on the benefits of stone-age nutrition in the New England Journal of Medicine.
This pushed the diet into the main stream. Today it is respected by the medical community as a sustainable and potentially beneficial diet option. Those who adhere to this system eliminate anything from their diet which could not be hunted or gathered. This means that they eat only fruits, vegetables, roots, nuts, seeds, mushrooms, grass fed meats and fish. They avoid foods, like wheat and other grains that are strictly agrarian. They also avoid processed foods which have dyes, preservatives and other additives. They can have eggs, which might have been gathered from turkeys and other wild birds, but avoid milk and other dairy products.
Salts, oils, salted peanuts, and unnatural beverages are also restricted. Paleo dieters are encouraged to drink predominately water, though tea is also allowed. All other beverages are restricted or denied.
There are a number of health benefits which go with this lifestyle. The diet contains less contaminants and more omega-3s and essential nutrients than an average American diet. Adherents claim that they have significantly less acne while on the Paleo diet and reduced abdominal bloating. They also eat less because the foods are higher in protein and fiber, making them more filling and satisfying. They also build muscle more rapidly.
The down side to paleo eating is that it can be hard to eat with others or at restaurants and strictly adhere to the diet. Also, shopping for whole foods, allowed on the hunter-gatherer themed plan can be significantly more expensive than traditional shopping for traditional American meals. Also, the human body needs significant calcium stores to maintain healthy bone and dental structures. Those on the Paleo program frequently need to supplement their diet with a calcium vitamin or choose to add dairy back into an otherwise paleolithic plan.
This diet is popular with athletes due to the high protein content which helps to build muscle mass and strength. Not only does it help with muscles but you lose weight on this diet as well. There are studies that show a lowering of blood pressure, lower lipid counts and a lowering of the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Choosing to go on and stay on any diet is a commitment, and calls for major life changes. This plan is no different. When going on the cave man diet, find a mentor who has been on the diet for some time to advise you.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: what is paleo diet Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other article on The Paleo Diet: What You Can And Can't Eat
The Paleo plan was first popularized by Walter L. Voegtlin in the 1970s. Voegtlin, a gastroenterologist theorized that humans are genetically programmed to eat what was available to their genetic forefathers, therefore the ideal human diet is not based
on an agricultural lifestyle, but rather, a hunter-gatherer existence. In 1975 he published the Book “ The Stone Age Diet: Based On In-Depth Studies of Human Ecology and the Diet of Man” in which he argued that man was primarily a carnivore, and like other carnivorous animals, his body demanded a diet rich in proteins and animal fats and low in carbohydrates. 10 years later, in 1985, a group of doctors from Emory University published a paper on the benefits of stone-age nutrition in the New England Journal of Medicine.
This pushed the diet into the main stream. Today it is respected by the medical community as a sustainable and potentially beneficial diet option. Those who adhere to this system eliminate anything from their diet which could not be hunted or gathered. This means that they eat only fruits, vegetables, roots, nuts, seeds, mushrooms, grass fed meats and fish. They avoid foods, like wheat and other grains that are strictly agrarian. They also avoid processed foods which have dyes, preservatives and other additives. They can have eggs, which might have been gathered from turkeys and other wild birds, but avoid milk and other dairy products.
Salts, oils, salted peanuts, and unnatural beverages are also restricted. Paleo dieters are encouraged to drink predominately water, though tea is also allowed. All other beverages are restricted or denied.
There are a number of health benefits which go with this lifestyle. The diet contains less contaminants and more omega-3s and essential nutrients than an average American diet. Adherents claim that they have significantly less acne while on the Paleo diet and reduced abdominal bloating. They also eat less because the foods are higher in protein and fiber, making them more filling and satisfying. They also build muscle more rapidly.
The down side to paleo eating is that it can be hard to eat with others or at restaurants and strictly adhere to the diet. Also, shopping for whole foods, allowed on the hunter-gatherer themed plan can be significantly more expensive than traditional shopping for traditional American meals. Also, the human body needs significant calcium stores to maintain healthy bone and dental structures. Those on the Paleo program frequently need to supplement their diet with a calcium vitamin or choose to add dairy back into an otherwise paleolithic plan.
This diet is popular with athletes due to the high protein content which helps to build muscle mass and strength. Not only does it help with muscles but you lose weight on this diet as well. There are studies that show a lowering of blood pressure, lower lipid counts and a lowering of the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Choosing to go on and stay on any diet is a commitment, and calls for major life changes. This plan is no different. When going on the cave man diet, find a mentor who has been on the diet for some time to advise you.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets. Want to learn more about The Paleo Diet, go to: what is paleo diet Or visit my website at The Paleo Diet for more facts about the Paleo diet. Also see my other article on The Paleo Diet: What You Can And Can't Eat
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