Paleo Diet 101: Guide to Whole Foods and a Balanced Lifestyle
Paleo Diet 101: Guide to Whole Foods and a Balanced Lifestyle
Paleo Diet 101: Guide to Whole Foods and a Balanced Lifestyle
Dylan Miller
Start Your Day Right: Breakfast
Breakfast is crucial! After fasting overnight, your body needs nourishment to kickstart the day. Skipping breakfast only adds unnecessary stress to your system, so always aim to eat a nutrient-dense morning meal.
Focus on Fresh Foods
Eating fresh, high-quality foods in their rawest form provides the best nutrition. A diverse diet supports a healthy gut biome, and the closer the food is to its natural state, the better it is for your health.
Cooking with Quality Oils
When cooking, use cold-pressed, certified organic sunflower oil or animal fats like butter. Avoid harmful trans fats like margarine and Crisco, which can stiffen your cell membranes over time. Remember to store oils in dark containers and refrigerate to prevent them from spoiling.
Protein and Healthy Fats
Protein is the foundation of a Paleo diet, and there’s no substitute for animal-based proteins. Complement your meals with essential fats, such as Omega 3, 6, and 9, to support overall cell health. These fats are vital for brain function, hormone production, and reducing inflammation.
Avoid Processed Sugars and Chemicals
Stay away from fake sugars and “diet” beverages, which are more harmful than real sugar. Be mindful of hidden ingredients like MSG in processed foods, and always check labels to avoid unwanted chemicals in your diet.
Cooking Tips and Lifestyle Choices
Avoid microwaves and plastics when preparing food. Opt for stoneware or safe, non-toxic cookware to ensure your meals remain free from harmful chemicals. Freshly ground flour and coffee beans also preserve healthy fats and reduce exposure to rancid oils, making them a better option for those with sensitivities.
With the Paleo diet, you’ll enjoy a lifestyle rooted in whole, nutritious foods while steering clear of modern processing and chemicals.
My Favorite Choices
- “Flora Certified Organic Sunflower Oil” (for cooking).
- “Stoneline Cookware” or an equal counterpart.
- “Aquasona Whole House Water Filter System”
- “Primal Kitchen” sauces, ketchup, dips, recipes. Dairy-Free and other healthy options.
- Nutri-West “Complete Paleo” Protein Powder.
- Nutri-West “Total Green” Protein Powder (Vegetarian Friendly).
- “Epic Provision” Bone Broth & Snacks
- Grain Mill-Flour Grinder
- Coffee Grinder
- Fresh Raw Grain Berries for flour.
- Fresh Coffee Beans
- Costco: Many Kirkland products are very clean options. Also, Costco carries Silk: Organic Unsweet Almond Milk which is much cleaner than none organic. (Read Labels)
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