Meats, Eggs, and Seafood Meat All types of meat are allowed on the paleo diet, including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, bison, lamb, and game meat. It’s recommended to choose grass-fed, pasture-raised, and wild-caught meats when possible to ensure the highest quality. Fish and Seafood All types of fish and seafood are allowed on the paleo […]
Month: February 2020
Avoid These Foods
Grains Grains such as wheat, rice, oats, and corn are not allowed on the paleo diet. These foods were not commonly consumed during the Paleolithic era and can be difficult to digest and may contribute to inflammation. Legumes Legumes such as beans, lentils, and peas are not allowed on the paleo diet. These foods contain […]
Fats
Fats get a bad reputation with the low-fat diet that’s been pushed by mainstream medicine for the past decade. It all depends on the quality of the fat you are consuming. Sure, if you’re consuming high amounts of seed oils or trans fats then you will pack on the pounds and cause all sorts of […]
Proteins
Proteins are essential macromolecules, vital to nearly every process in our bodies. On a molecular level, proteins are complex compounds made up of smaller units called amino acids, which are linked together in long chains. There are 20 different types of amino acids that can be combined to make a protein. The sequence of amino […]
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients required by the body. They provide the body with energy but their role in the body extends beyond providing fuel. Carbohydrates can be classified based on their chemical structure into three categories: sugars, starches, and fibers. Function of Carbohydrates Carbohydrates serve as the primary source of energy for […]
What is an Anti-Inflammatory Diet?
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet is an approach to eating that emphasizes the importance of whole, nutrient-dense foods for improving health and preventing chronic diseases. This dietary model contends that the modern diet, rich in processed foods, refined sugars, and artificial ingredients, contributes significantly to inflammation in the body—a key factor in a host of health issues […]