Popular enthusiasts of the modern Paleolithic diet expect to consume up to 55 percent of their daily protein from animal sources. Given that constraint, for people who are trying to stay away from most or all animal products, the Paleo diet does not seem to be a realistic option. However, other than meat and limited…
While the majority of literature on the Paleolithic diet is authored by men, many neglect to consider the specific health benefits the diet may give for men who lead a paleo lifestyle. Considering the specific needs of men and the elevated risks for certain diseases that men face over women, the Paleo diet may not…
With the majority of major women’s health publications marketing “healthy” processed food products and downplaying the importance of fruits, vegetables, and lean meats, it is no wonder that women are growing more overweight and sicker year after year. 64 percent of American women are overweight or obese, according to the Weight-control Information Network, and 8.6…
Switching from a diet that is founded on cheap, subsidized ingredients such as grains and other processed goods to a Paleolithic diet of whole, clean, organic foods may increase your food budget significantly and could be a deterrent for sticking with it. However, if you plan accordingly and take advantage of local resources in…
Airports do not offer the best options for those following a Paleolithic diet of pastured meat, organic produce, nuts, and seeds. Though you may find some foods that can be altered to fit into your paleo lifestyle, any meat you purchase will likely be factory farmed. And, unless you are at Chicago’s O’Hare airport, which…