The Paleo diet is quickly gain popularity and is taking the diet world
by storm. It is also known as the “Stone Age Diet”. What exactly is this diet? To simplify it, it
is a diet that focuses on eating like our prehistoric ancestors did. This was
back in time when we did not have processed foods, refined sugars, or dairy.
The diet focuses on only eating foods that can be hunted, fished, or gathered.
The belief behind this diet is that if we eat the way that our ancestors did
that we will be healthier, lose weight, and curb disease. As with any diet,
there are always going to be pros and cons. You also always want to check with
a doctor or dietician before you start any kind of diet or change in your
eating habits.
by storm. It is also known as the “Stone Age Diet”. What exactly is this diet? To simplify it, it
is a diet that focuses on eating like our prehistoric ancestors did. This was
back in time when we did not have processed foods, refined sugars, or dairy.
The diet focuses on only eating foods that can be hunted, fished, or gathered.
The belief behind this diet is that if we eat the way that our ancestors did
that we will be healthier, lose weight, and curb disease. As with any diet,
there are always going to be pros and cons. You also always want to check with
a doctor or dietician before you start any kind of diet or change in your
eating habits.
What the diet emphasizes: Meat, fish, nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables,
and eggs
and eggs
What the diet eliminates: Processed foods, whole grains, dairy,
potatoes, sugar, and salt
potatoes, sugar, and salt
Pros of Paleo:
- Cuts out added sugars and sodium.
- The combination of plant foods and diet
rich in protein helps control blood sugar, regulate blood pressure, contribute
to weight loss, and prevent type II diabetes. - Diet is rich is protein.
- Emphasis on protein in fiber in this
diet helps suppress appetite leaving us fuller for longer. - Potassium is still plentiful in this
diet.
Cons of Paleo:
- Expensive: The meats and other foods
that are used in this diet can be very pricey to purchase - The diet cuts out certain food groups
(such as dairy and whole grains) – Cutting nutrient enriched foods out of a
diet can be tricky because that can lead to nutrient deficiencies which may
lead to other health issues. - Low carb: In this diet only 23% of
calories come from carbs when in reality it should be closer to 45-60% calories
coming from carbs. Diets low in carbs can lower one’s energy source and leave
you feeling tired. - It can be difficult to keep up with and
maintain this diet. - It is low in calcium due to cutting out
dairy products– We need calcium to keep our bones strong.
If you are looking to start this type of diet, I would suggest to keep
eating whole grains and dairy but in moderation. It is never healthy to cut out
a whole food group that has benefits to your body. As always check with you
doctor or a nutritionist before starting any sort of diet program.
eating whole grains and dairy but in moderation. It is never healthy to cut out
a whole food group that has benefits to your body. As always check with you
doctor or a nutritionist before starting any sort of diet program.
Blog
post by Krista Post.
post by Krista Post.
