4 Paleo Foods You Must Avoid

4 Paleo Foods You Must Avoid If You Have Digestive Issues

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By Dave From PaleohacksCreator of the Paleohacks Cookbook

Did you know that 1 in 5 Americans struggle with “gut disorders”? That means constipation, CRIPPLING stomach pain, and diarrhea…

Many of these digestive problems go even deeper— causing psychological issues like anxiety or even DEPRESSION.

Going paleo is a GREAT step to heal a broken gut. Even though it can take time for an unhealthy gut to “adjust” to your new lifestyle, that won’t ever happen if you keep eating foods that are causing problems.

Did you know that there are even some “healthy” foods that can make your stomach absolutely miserable? Cutting them out of your diet for at least a month, and then adding them back in slowly, is the recipe for digestive health.

So let’s dive in. Here are 4 paleo foods to AVOID if you have digestive issues:

1. FODMAPs

“FODMAPs” is a fancy acronym for “Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols.”

That’s quite a mouthful... but the name isn’t important. What matters is how they can wreck your digestive health.

FODMAPs are a type of carbohydrate (carb) that your small intestine has trouble digesting properly.

You can find FODMAPs in a lot of foods that would be healthy for you… if you didn’t have digestive problems.

The solution? Stay away from these foods for at least a month:

• Fruits: apples, avocados, cherries, mangos, peaches, pears, and watermelons
• Vegetables: asparagus, artichokes, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, eggplant, garlic, onion

After your gut heals, you can slowly add FODMAPs back into your diet and see how your digestion goes.

2. Coffee and Caffeine

Coffee’s great for a quick jolt of energy…

But it can cause CHAOS in your digestive system.

We’re talking stomach cramps, diarrhea, and constipation. Even if it doesn’t have those effects on you, it can make other digestive problems worse.

Coffee is also loaded with caffeine, which can cause digestive issue like irritable bowel disease or a leaky gut.

Did you know that a ton of people with digestive issues like IBD or leaky gut ALSO have problems with their adrenal glands? Yep. Caffeine messes with those too.

Save yourself the pain and give your body time to heal. Take a “caffeine break” for 30 days and see how you feel.

3. Raw Fruits and Vegetables

I know what you’re probably thinking:

“Aren’t raw fruits and vegetables some of the healthiest things I can eat?”

For most people the answer is an enthusiastic “yes”…

But it’s a bit more complicated if you have digestive issues.

The issue with raw fruits and vegetables: their high fiber content.

When you eat fruits and vegetables RAW, they’re packed with fiber—especially when you eat them with the skin. This makes it extremely hard for your body to break them down properly.

I’m NOT saying you should avoid fruits and vegetables completely…

But peeling and cooking them first makes them MUCH easier for your body to handle.

4. Nuts and Seeds

Nuts and seeds are some of the most popular paleo snacks around…

But they’re also some of the HARDEST to digest.

They’re full of “phytic acid,” which can cause a digestion nightmare if your gut hasn’t healed yet.

Why?

Because phytic acid binds to important minerals like iron and zinc, keeping your body from absorbing them. Phytic acid also binds to the enzymes you need to digest food.

If you’re dealing with digestion problems, eating nuts and seeds is like throwing GASOLINE onto the fire. They can make an already unhealthy gut even worse. Cut them out of your diet and give your body time to heal.

“So, What Do I Do Next?”

Your digestive system is unique. Some foods that you handle fine bother other people. And they may eat things that throw your stomach into knots.

The key: stay away from the foods above and give your gut time to adjust to a paleo lifestyle…

Ready to stop worrying about this stuff and HEAL your damaged gut for good?

The PaleoHacks Cookbook can help. It’s designed to make your lifestyle change as painless and fulfilling as possible.

With nearly 200 recipes to choose from, it’s simple to find plenty of healthy, delicious meals that don’t ruin your digestion.

After you give your gut time to heal, you can branch out and try some of the other mouth-watering dishes. It doesn’t matter if you’re busy or new to the kitchen. The cookbook breaks down how to prepare every dish step-by-step.

All you have to do is follow along… and enjoy delicious food how it was meant to be enjoyed: without stomach cramps! Read more....

What is The BEST 5 Foods for Better, Glowing Skin

5 BEST Foods for Better, Glowing Skin

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By Dave From Paleohacks
Creator of the Paleohacks Cookbook

Did you know that the foods you eat don't just affect the way you feel? They also affect the way you LOOK. So if you're unhappy with your skin, your DIET (not just your age and lifestyle) could be to blame.

Some foods are great for you—inside and out…

So if you want healthy, radiant skin, eating more of them is one of the smartest things you can do!

But most people don't know that. They end up spending stacks of cash on beauty "products" and spreading artificial chemicals on themselves hoping to look better.

YOU deserve better than that.

What are the best foods you can eat for healthier skin?

Keep reading to find out...

1. Green Tea

Drinking a few cups of green tea a day isn’t just relaxing -- it’s one of the most important things you can do to look younger!

Tea leaves are full of antioxidants that protect your cells, fight inflammation, and keep out harmful toxins.

Green tea also has compounds called “catechins” that increase the blood flow and oxygen to your skin. This makes it easier to get nutrients, which keeps your skin look amazing.

A 2011 study published in the journal Nutrition found that people who drank green tea every day for 12 weeks had smoother skin than people who didn’t. The green tea-drinkers even had less sun damage after they were exposed to UV light!

University of Alabama and Case Western Reserve University researchers also came to the conclusion that green tea might even reduce your risk of skin cancer.

2. Fish

One of the best ways to keep your skin healthy: avoid inflammation in your body. Reducing inflammation helps all kinds of skin issues, whether you’re battling a specific condition or just looking for a healthier glow.

Eating more fish helps you do just that!

Fish are full of omega-3 fatty acids. Most of us aren’t getting nearly enough of these. But they’re KEY to fighting inflammation.

Studies have found that adding omega-3s to your diet reduces puffiness and improves skin health. Bottom line: eat more fish, and get smoother, younger-looking skin.

You can find the most omega-3 fatty acids in cold-water fish like salmon, sardines, mackerel, tuna, and cod. Focus on those to get the most bang for your buck.

3. Berries

Don’t be fooled by their small size.Berries pack a serious skin-clearing punch!

They’re loaded with “antioxidants,” chemicals that flush toxins out of your body. A lot of foods have some antioxidants, but few have more than berries…

A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistryfound that blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries have the highest “total antioxidant capacity” of any food.

These antioxidants improve your skin by protecting it from aging, sun damage, and stress.

So eating berries means fewer wrinkles, dry skin, and creases in your forehead…

Nutritionist Samantha Heller says, “when you help protect the cells from damage and disintegration, you also guard against premature aging. In this respect, these fruits may very well help keep your skin looking younger longer.”

4. Nuts

Walnuts are great for your skin. According to Dr. David Bank, the omega-3 fatty acids inside them make your skin more elastic. Walnuts are the only type of nut that have a significant amount of omega-3s.

Walnuts are also high in “biotin,” a B vitamin that helps moisturize dry skin and overcome conditions like eczema.

Eating Brazil nuts is another great way to keep your skin looking its best…

Brazil nuts are loaded with selenium, a mineral that boosts your immune system and can reverse skin conditions like acne!

It takes just two Brazil nuts a day to get enough selenium. Toss those in with a handful of walnuts, and your skin will look better in no time.

3. Olive Oil

Olive oil gets rid of toxins from your body and fights inflammation (which can lead to all kinds of health problems).

That makes it good for your heart and brain… and also great for your skin.

When you eat olive oil, you take in a good dose of antioxidants and healthy fats, which leave your skin looking healthier and younger.

Olive oil gets rid of toxins from your body and fights inflammation (which can lead to all kinds of health problems).

Getting enough “good fats” is a key part of keeping your skin healthy. A Japanese study found that people who ate more saturated and monounsaturated fats had fewer wrinkles and more elastic skin than people who ate less.

A 2012 study in the Public Library of Science found that the more olive oil you eat, the fewer signs of aging skin.Olive oil beat every other type of oil the researchers tested!

200 Recipes That Make You Look (and Feel) Great

Now that you know which foods make your skin look great, it’s time to make them a regular part of your diet.

But it’s hard to know where to start. Trying to look up dishes and figuring out how to prepare them gets overwhelming fast.

The PaleoHacks Cookbook can help.

It’s packed with around 200 recipes featuring healthy, delicious foods. There’s always something great to eat for your skin… and plenty of options to explore so you won’t get bored.

And what good are 200 recipes if it’s a chore to prepare them?

No need to worry about that…

The PaleoHacks cookbook streamlines the process to make food prep as simple and rewarding as possible. Every step is broken down in detail. So it doesn’t matter if you’re a gourmet chef or new to the kitchen…

The results are the same. Delicious, healthy meals that make you feel great—and your skin look great too! Read more....

The First Biggest Paleo Mistake

The #1 Biggest Paleo Mistake (and How to Avoid It)

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By Dave From Paleohacks
Creator of the Paleohacks Cookbook

If you’re tired of low energy and crash diets, “going paleo” is one of the best things you can do for your health…

But you can only pull it off if you avoid the common mistakes people make along the way.

There are plenty of places to go wrong, but one mistake TOWERS above the rest.

If you’re doing this (a lot of people do without even knowing), you’re setting yourself up to fail.

But if you can AVOID this mistake… you’ll put yourself on the fast track to better health.

Are You Making This Fatal Paleo Mistake?

The most dangerous paleo mistake people make?

Seeing it as a DIET instead of a LIFESTYLE.

When you start a diet, you go into it with a few expectations. It won’t be fun. You’ll be hungry all the time. And most importantly, the diet will END.

Paleo is much more than that. People who succeed with it are in it for the long haul…

Maybe they want to lose weight or cure a health problem, but that isn’t the ONLY thing that drives them.

People who succeed with paleo understand it’s a new way to live. It doesn’t stop after a few months… or once you reach a certain goal.

Why Seeing Paleo as a “Diet” Sets You up to Fail

When you’re dieting, it’s easy to stick to the program for a few weeks. That’s when your motivation is high…

But it gets harder as the days go by. Strict diets are BORING; you end up eating the same things over and over. Until you go off the rails and binge on some pizza or ice cream.

After that, it’s easy to blame yourself for not being disciplined enough. Then you give up on the diet altogether.

Sounds depressing, doesn’t it?

It doesn’t have to be. Not if you see “going paleo” as a lifestyle change…

Turning Paleo into a Healthy Lifestyle That Lasts

One thing is GUARANTEED when you go paleo: you’ll slip up sometimes.

That’s OKif you see paleo as your new lifestyle. Instead of beating yourself up, you can learn from your mistakes and make small adjustments moving forward.

Feeling hungry after your workouts?

No problem. Try adding some starchy vegetables into your diet after you train.

Tired of getting off track when you eat lunch at work?

No worries. Figure out a way to bring paleo leftovers from home.

These are the kinds of little tweaks you can make over time to maintain success. There’s no pressure to follow an insane diet; just gradual improvements that pay off with a happier, healthier life.

There’s nothing stopping you from “dipping your toes” into paleo either. You can ease into your new lifestyle at whatever pace you’re comfortable with.

How to Quit “Dieting” and Jumpstart Your New Lifestyle

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and FINALLY get the health you deserve, it’s time to ditch “dieting” for good.

It’s time to start a new lifestyle.

The PaleoHacks Cookbook can help.

It’s designed to make your lifestyle change as painless and fulfilling as possible.

Maybe you don’t know where to start. Changing your lifestyle can sound scary… but it DOESN’T have to be. The nearly 200 recipes in the cookbook are healthy, delicious, and 100% paleo. No need to worry about getting bored like you did with “diets.”

And it doesn’t matter if you’re busy or new to the kitchen. The cookbook breaks down how to prepare every dish step-by-step. All you have to do is follow along… and enjoy the delicious meals time and time again! For more helpful information you can visit site www.paleorecipeteam.com.

Ever heard of the “Paleo Diet”

Why is the word “Paleo” is on the lips of every nutritionist and health expert?

Simple: Because it’s the fastest growing “diet” in the world right now. From celebrities, chefs, elite athletes... even fitness experts--everyone is eager to try it.

And for good reason! No other diet or eating plan provides so many benefits so fast.

By simply eating real, unprocessed natural foods that our ancestors ate, you’ll gain:

- A Lean, Muscular Body

- Increased Energy

- Clearer Skin

- Enhanced Libido

- Greater Mental Clarity

- All Day Stamina

- Better Workouts

- And more

This isn’t about taking a miracle pill to lose weight overnight… it’s about teaching you exactly which foods to eat to nourish and fuel your body.  Once you learn how to properly do this, your body fat will take care of itself!

Some see near-miraculous (we’re talking life changing!) changes in the first month alone. 

In fact, Talk to anyone who’s actually eaten Paleo for even a full month and chances are, they’ll rave about the changes they started seeing in their body.

So if Paleo produces such amazing results, why doesn't everyone do it?

Answer: They don't know how to make foods they love the "Paleo" way... 

You see, most people simply don’t know how to make “real food” taste amazingly delicious each day.

So they learn the core Paleo principles, experience results... but then get stuck eating bland meals of the same foods over and over again.

I too struggled with this a little... until I discovered something I want to recommend to you today: 

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(By the way, if you’re wondering what Paleohacks is, its the biggest online Paleo community anywhere--filled with tens of thousands of people actually THRIVING on Paleo.)

It's the only cookbook you’ll ever need for Paleo cooking!

Inside you find... 

125+ delicious mouthwatering recipes (that even the pickiest eater will love) complete with crystal clear instructions.

And bonuses like the "Paleo 4x Cookbook"…make a healthy, filling meal using only FOUR ingredients, as well as another guide that tells you how to dine out and still eat Paleo.  No need to sacrifice your social life for a healthier diet! 

Best of all, it's EASY to make all these foods, thrive on the diet, and see incredible changes. 

And to top it all off, it’s on sale (including well over $100 in bonuses) for THIS WEEKEND ONLY at almost 30% off.

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You'll be blown away... 

Not only by how much more delicious your meals are... 

But how much better you look and feel! 

Is the Paleo Lifestyle Sustainable

The paleo lifestyle often refers to adopting a paleo diet for life. This is often referred to as the ‘cavemen’ diet because it is how our early ancestors ate and lived.

Several questions will come to people’s minds when they first hear of the paleo diet. Is it healthy? Is it expensive? Why do I have to sacrifice my favorite foods? Is it uncivilized?

All these questions are often based on misconceptions and false notions. The paleo diet though slightly restrictive is perfectly healthy and sustainable. As with anything that needs to become a habit, it will take some time to adapt to the paleo diet and make it a way of life.

Most diets are not sustainable in the long run. They are either too low in calories, based on false information or just too restrictive and not feasible for a long term solution.

The paleo diet recommends a diet rich in meat, eggs and healthy fats. The meat and eggs are best if they are organic. Grains, sugar and refined or processed foods are strictly not allowed. This is where most people face the biggest hurdle.

Giving up their favorite foods such as chocolates, cakes, pastries, ice-creams, etc. is such a sacrifice. Is it even worth it? This is a question every individual will need to answer for themselves. There are paleo recipes to make desserts, smoothies and even ice-creams. So, it’s not that bad but of course, you’ll have to forget the Dunkin Donuts.

You’ll have to decide if you want good health and a lean, fit body. The good thing about the paleo diet is that after you have been on it for 3 months, your cravings for sweet foods will diminish greatly. A lot of your past cravings will not be there anymore. You will not feel the need to raid the refrigerator at night and binge eat.

When the body has all the nutrients it needs, it doesn’t have sudden cravings. So, in the long run, it will not seem like a sacrifice at all.

The paleo diet is not more expensive than a normal diet. You are just substituting foods. In fact, since the paleo diet often recommends that you buy your meats and fresh foods in bulk, often there will be cost savings. You are also encouraged to cook for yourself.

That means overall, you will be saving money. Any savvy paleo dieter will be able to adroitly get better bargains from his local meat suppliers. The only investment you will have to make is on a freezer to store your meats. This, however, is a one-time investment that will last for years.

So, to summarize, the paleo diet is actually cheaper than the standard American diet. Not to mention, you will save on medical costs since you will be less susceptible to the normal health issues that affect most people on a poor diet.

The paleo diet is definitely sustainable in the long run. You will benefit from it greatly. The only difficulty is in the beginning when you are first getting used to it. Once you cross the hump, it will be smooth sailing the rest of the way and you’ll realize that the paleo lifestyle is an excellent way to live.

What Should My Calorie Intake be if I'm On a Paleo Diet

It can be whatever you want it to be. It all depends on what you want.

If you want to be overweight, you just need to be on a caloric surplus. If you wish to remain the same weight, you just to maintain your calorie intake. If you wish to lose weight, you should be at a caloric deficit.

The key point to note is that the paleo diet does not decide your calorie intake.

You do. Your goals do.

Firstly, you need to know what your daily calorie requirement is. You can find out form this link. http://www.freedieting.com/tools/calorie_calculator.htm

If you wish to gain weight, you need to consume more calories than your daily calorie requirement. This is for people who are underweight or if you’re trying to build muscle and bulk.

If you’re happy with your body and don’t see any need to get bigger or smaller, you just need to maintain your calorie intake. Then you will need to consume your paleo foods in the right proportion to meet your calorie intake.

There is no exact number as far as macro nutrients go with the paleo diet. You will need to adjust your macros to suit your needs. It helps to know exactly how many calories you are consuming with each meal. You can find this out by doing a Google image search for “paleo foods calorie list” or similar search terms. In fact, you can find out how many calories a serving of food is by Googling it. Things are really easy these days.

If you’re trying to lose weight, you need to be at a caloric deficit of about 500 calories a day. Generally, most people say that it is much easier to lose weight on the paleo diet because sugar, hydrogenated oils and processed foods are not allowed on the paleo diet.

Suddenly, the fat is a lot less stubborn to burn. That’s because your body is not fighting an uphill battle. Most fat loss is difficult because even though people reduce their calories, they are still eating unhealthy food unknowingly and sugar creeps into many foods without any obvious signs. A good example will be tomato sauces and other sauces that have high sugar content.

If you are an athlete, your calorie requirement will be much higher than the average person. You will need to gauge how many calories you are expending during your workout and eat accordingly.

The paleo diet does not allow the consumption of rice, bread, grains and starchy fruit. So, if you are training hard and not consuming enough carbs, you may end up feeling lethargic. Or you may lose weight rapidly and end up looking gaunt.

The aim of the paleo diet is to make you look and feel healthy. In order for it to benefit you, you must know its limitations and restrictions so that you can adjust and get the best out of the diet.

While a high degree of compliance is necessary as far as avoiding the “harmful” foods, there is some room for flexibility. You may consume bananas or potatoes if your workouts need more carbs. The rules are not set in stone. Use common sense and make the diet work for you and do not end up a slave to the diet. Then you would have truly mastered the paleo diet.

5 Things Everyone Gets Wrong About Paleo

By Dave From Paleohacks
Creator of the Paleohacks Cookbook

Did you know that most of what you hear about paleo is flat out WRONG? No other lifestyle has gotten HALF as much attention from the media in the past few years. But lies and misinformation are covering up a lot of things that make paleo great.

Sadly, a lot of people are buying into these MYTHS. It keeps them from giving paleo a fair shot. It leaves them spinning their wheels—frustrated and unhealthy.

But don’t you think you deserve to know the truth? Especially when your health is at stake?

Let's separate FACT from FICTION. Here are 5 things almost everyone gets wrong about Paleo.

1. "Paleo is a Fad Diet"

One of the silliest ideas is that paleo is “just another fad diet.”

You’ve seen the South Beach Diet, the Zone Diet, and countless others get popular then fade away over the years. So you might be skeptical about the next new thing.

But paleo isn’t a diet. It’s a framework (based on what your ancestors ate) designed to help you make the best food choices. There’s flexibility… and room to tweak it just for you.

It isn’t a “fad” either.

How could it be, when our ancestors ate this way for THOUSANDS of years?

If people in the media did more research, they’d see that paleo is the opposite of a fad diet.

2. Paleo is Too Expensive

What if paleo sounds nice… but you just don’t think you can afford it?

I see where you’re coming from. Buying organic vegetables and grass-fed beef is pricier than buying the usual stuff…

But you know what else is pricey?

Doctors’ and hospital bills!

Eating paleo costs more than picking up fast food every day because it’s an INVESTMENT in your health.

Sure, you pay a bit more upfront than you do for processed foods. But that investment pays off. You get more energy. You stay out of the doctor’s office. You get a better life.

3. "Paleo Is Too Strict"

“I could never give up bread!”

“But I love cheese…”

These are the things you hear from skeptics who think paleo is too strict to try.

But no two “paleo diets” are the exact same. You can be as strict (or flexible) as you want to be.

Some paleos avoid all grains and dairy products. Others aren’t afraid to eat rice or put cream in their coffee.

A lot of people get caught up on the foods paleo doesn’t recommend… instead of all the delicious foods they do get to eat.

Yes, you should probably give up pasta and bread. But isn’t it nice to be able to eat bacon, eggs, and steak instead?/p>

Paleo ISN’T about taking the fun out of eating; it’s about making the best choices for your health and still enjoying your food.

4. "You Don't Get Enough Fiber"

Government organizations, doctors, and even TV commercials are constantly telling you to eat more fiber…

And most of them say GRAINS are the best way to get it.

So it might throw you for a loop when you find out they aren’t a part of the Paleo lifestyle.

Without grains, how do you get enough fiber?

Paleo offers plenty of ways to get the fiber you need.

Eating plants is all it takes to get more than enough. Eating fruits, nuts, and seeds (all paleo-friendly) gives you plenty of fiber—without the harmful effects of grains!

5." Paleo Is a Low-Carb Diet"

You might think paleo is “just another low-carb diet.”

You’ve already seen the Atkins diet and countless others…

Those come off as gimmicky ways to lose weight. You might wonder if they’re even healthy.

But paleo isn’t really a “diet” at all. It’s a healthy framework to follow; you can change it to fit your own needs…

Paleo CAN be low-carb if you want it to be. A lot of people—especially people who aren’t very active—do well eating that way.

But paleo doesn’t have to be low carb. Plenty of people do better with more carbs in their diet, so they just eat more fruits and starchy vegetables. That doesn’t keep them from living the paleo lifestyle.

Building a Healthier You -- One Meal at a Time

Paleo is everywhere you look.

Some of the attention’s been good. Some of it (driven by myths about what paleo really is) has been bad.

Now that you know the TRUTH…

There’s no better way to experience it than trying it out yourself!

If you’re tired of wading through the lies and want to give paleo a shot, the PaleoHacks Cookbook can help.

You’ll get all the knowledge you need to make healthy, delicious meals. It doesn’t matter if you’re busy or don’t have much cooking experience.

One of the biggest OBSTACLES that keeps people from going paleo is not knowing what to eat or how to prepare it.

The cookbook removes this obstacle. It gives you all the tools you need to transform your health— enjoying every bite along the way. Read more>>>

The Top 5 Paleo Mistakes You MUST Avoid

By Dave From Paleohacks
Creator of the Paleohacks Cookbook

Did you know that “going paleo”—eating the way your ancestors used to eat—is one of the best things you can do for your health? You can spend YEARS trying new fad diets and counting calories like most people, then end up feeling OLDER and SICKER than before OR you can stop chasing trends and start building a real foundation of health… one based on THOUSANDS of years of proven success.

The paleo principles are simple, but I have to warn you: they go against most of the “conventional” nutrition advice that’s been going around (and making people sick) for decades. Having an OPEN mind is the first step to feeling better.

Did you know that most people who struggle with paleo make the SAME common mistakes? That’s great news for YOU though. Once you know what those mistakes are, it’s much easier to avoid them and rejuvenate your life.

So let’s dive in. Here are the top 5 paleo mistakes to avoid…

1. Quitting Too Soon

Going paleo pays off for years and decades to come…

But RADICALLY changing your lifestyle can make for a tough few weeks.

You CRASH. You end up feeling more tired than you did before.

There’s psychological pressure from creating new habits. And it can be hard physically; sugars and grains are addictive, so you might not feel your best the first few weeks after you ditch them.

There are also social challenges. You might get funny looks from friends and coworkers. Your family could push back against the “new you.”

You won’t figure everything out in the first few weeks, and that’s FINE. Take action, make changes along the way, and reap the rewards for the rest of your life.

Whatever you do, don’t give up after just a few weeks!

2. Failing to Plan

Going from a typical Western diet to paleo is an INVESTMENT in your health. It’ll help you get the most out of life…f

But it takes some work up front.

There are challenges—especially in the first few weeks. You have to avoid foods you used to eat. Maybe you’re stepping into the kitchen to make your own meals for the first time.

How will you handle dinner if you have to stay late at the office?

What happens if you’re running errands and get hungry for a snack?

These are the types of questions to think about. Coming up with a basic plan of how you’ll start your new lifestyle makes it MUCH easier to succeed. You can always tweak things along the way.

3. Treating Paleo Like a "Detox" Diet

Grains. Sugars. Dairy. Legumes. Paleo’s “things to avoid” list can seem overwhelming.

A lot of paleo rookies focus too much on what to get rid of and not enough on what they should eat instead. They see paleo as a “detox” instead of a healthy new lifestyle.

Worrying ONLY about which foods to cut out is a recipe for disaster. You don’t get enough calories because you aren’t thinking about all the extra protein and fats you need…

So you end up hungry, tired, and annoyed. That’s no place to be when you’re trying to change the way you eat and live.

WPaleo isn’t a detox. It’s about making the right food choices, not just AVOIDING a lot of stuff.

4. Obsessing Over Perfection

Another common paleo mistake: people think it’s an “all or nothing” deal.

They beat themselves up for swiping a few French fries from their spouse’s plate. Or they decide paleo “isn’t for them” after giving into a sugar craving or two.

It doesn’t have to be this way!

Progress—not perfection—is the goal.

Every good decision helps. Eating well all day, then eating ice cream after dinner, is MUCH better than eating terribly all day and then having the ice cream.

It’s healthier to view being “perfectly paleo” as an ideal instead of a requirement.

Try to make the best choices you can… but don’t quit if you get off track. Just pick up where you left off and keep moving forward. That’s the path to long-term success.

5. Feeling Scared of Carbs

Carbs AREN’T evil, despite what a lot of people say.

Low-carb diets can work great, but some paleo newbies take the low-carb thing too far. They obsess over avoiding all carbs—even if they come from starchy vegetables or fruits.

This can leave you hungry all the time if you don’t replace those carbs with plenty of protein and healthy fats…

It’s even harder on people who work out a lot. They would have an easier time with paleo if they added healthy carbs to make up for the huge demands they put on their bodies.

How many carbs people need VARIES. So if you feel terrible eating low-carb paleo, try adding some carbs into the mix. They might be just what you need to get your new lifestyle on track.

“So, What Do I Do Next?”

Now that you know the common paleo mistakes, you’re in a good position to avoid them and revitalize your life.

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The Paleo Diet or Low Carb Diet? Which is better

This is an excellent question and a very popular one too. It is often asked by people who are trying to lose weight and are trying to make sense of all the weight loss information floating around. This question is not really an easy one to answer because it all depends on the person adopting the diet.

This article will state the pros and cons of each diet and in the end, the decision lies in the hands of the reader. One diet is slightly better than the other but it’s more difficult to adopt. So, decide wisely.

The paleo diet is not really about weight loss. It is more concerned with healthy food choices. Eating food that is good for your body and avoiding food that is not. The paleo diet is highly effective and as a result, people lose weight and this creates the idea that the paleo diet is about weight loss.

You will be eating lots of meat while on the paleo diet. Grass fed meats, eggs, healthy fats such as coconut oils and grass fed butter, etc. You will not be allowed to eat anything containing sugar, grains and refined or processed products.

This is extremely difficult for many people because they will have to give up many of their favorite foods. It’s a huge sacrifice for them. This makes the paleo diet much more difficult to adopt than the low carb diet. However, if you conquer your cravings and adopt the paleo diet, you will lose weight, look better and be healthier.

You will have fewer allergies, fewer potential health issues and a better relationship with food. The cravings will disappear in about 2 to 3 months. Your weight loss will be permanent and you will have a much lower chance of gaining weight since your blood sugar levels will be stable and there will not be any insulin spikes from high GI foods.

The low carb diet on the other hand, advocates a diet that is extremely low in carbs or even in some cases, no carbs are allowed. Unlike the paleo diet which recommends a certain amount of carbs from vegetables and fruit.

A low carb diet may mean that you can consume carbs but in small quantities. Many dieters make the mistake of consuming carbs such as whole wheat bread or ‘healthy’ cereals. Even small amounts of these carbs will cause insulin spikes.

A low carb diet also leaves people feeling lethargic and irritable. The human body needs a certain amount of carbohydrates. If you consume too little, your metabolic rate will drop. Unlike the paleo diet which encourages the consumption of nutrient dense foods, which may make up for the lack of carbs, the low carb diet does not do that.

All too often, the dieters on the low carb diet consume too few calories and this impedes their fat loss progress. The only positive thing about the low carb diet is that it has much more leeway in its food choices. It’s not as harsh as the paleo diet. No foods are forbidden in a low carb diet.

There may even be cheat days which allow you to gorge yourself and leave you lying somnolent on a couch unable to move. The paleo diet has no cheat days.
To summarize, if you have the discipline and determination, go for the paleo diet and you will have a diet that will last you a lifetime. Your health will improve vastly and you’ll feel great.

If you just can’t muster the determination to avoid your favorite foods, then go for the low carb diet. But, do remember that this is a short term solution. You will always be in a battle to fight the bulge. The cause of weight gain is poor food choices. So, no poor food is better than low quantities of poor food. In the end, it’s your choice.

What Kind of Carbs Can I Eat if I'm Living the Paleo Lifestyle

The paleo diet is often associated with low carbs and a heavy met consumption. This does not necessarily hold true. Unlike the Atkins diet, the paleo diet is not focused on reducing carbohydrates. It is more about inclusion and exclusion of foods.

You are required to only consume foods that are allowed on the paleo diet and avoid foods such as processed foods, grains, dairy, sugar, artificial additives, etc. Just by eliminating these foods or foods that contain these ingredients wipes out a whole bunch of choices that we have.

The average person consumes a daily diet that has almost all these forbidden ingredients. If you can’t eat grains, that means, rice, bread, pastas, cakes, etc. are all not allowed. Of course, your carb intake will drop significantly.

Now that most of the “normal” carbs are not a part of your diet, you have a small list of carb choices that you can choose from. Even these carbs are not as starchy. So, it will be really difficult to get fat with the paleo diet.

Some sources of dense carbs that are allowed in the paleo diet are taro root, plantains, white potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, parsnips, yams, lotus roots, beets, carrots, pumpkins, onions, squash, rutabaga and a few more.

Even with carbs, there is a grey area. Bananas and potatoes are generally not recommended. Frankly, if you think that you need the carbs, then by all means, eat these. The rules are not set in stone. Eating bananas is no way as harmful as finishing up a tub of ice-cream. So, some leeway can’t hurt.

Generally, most people who start on the paleo diet, just want to lose weight, get in shape and become healthier. As long as they cut out the foods on the “no-no” list, they will achieve all their goals. There is no need to split hairs about the level of starch in the different vegetables.

Taking things to the extreme is never beneficial. The paleo diet is meant to help you. You are not supposed to feel enslaved to the diet. Stay true to the core concepts such as eating wholesome foods and avoiding the junk. That’s really all there is to it.

You might be wondering how much of your diet should be comprised of carbs. 20% would be a reasonable estimate. If you are an athlete who engages in endurance training or high-intensity training, you may increase your carb intake.

There are a few instances where people may wish to cut out all carbs and opt for a ketogenic diet which is high in fats. This technique is usually employed by bodybuilders so that the body burns any remaining fat stores. This will reduce their bodyfat percentage further into the single digits. They will be ripped and in shape for competition.

The average layman has no such concerns. So, you do not need to be overly concerned about your carb choices. Just stick to the list and eat in moderation. As long as you avoid rice, bread, pastas and grain based carbs, your carb consumption will not lead to massive weight gain or spiked insulin levels.

That pretty much says everything that you need to know about the paleo diet and carbs in a nutshell. If you wish to delve into the matter more deeply, you should grab a comprehensive paleo book from Amazon and immerse yourself in it.