The Benefits of the Paleo Diet

Paleo Diet

Some people may have heard of the many benefits of choosing a Paleo diet and may be wondering what this regime implies. Is this a new fad diet that is heavy on promises and low in results, or is it something that deserves to be thoroughly examined? Today we are going to address some of the best aspects of a Paleo diet as well as cover some of the foods that should be avoided.

Best Aspects of the Paleo Diet:

Fish:

For starters, this diet is a good choice for those who enjoy seafood. This diet allows the consumption of these foods. According to Dr. Cordain's work, salmon, halibut, and more types of seafood are even encouraged. This can offer the benefits of healthy Omega 3 fatty acids.

However, there are many medical researchers, such as Dr. Helen Caldicott, who suggest that people avoid seafood and eating seaweed dishes from the Pacific Ocean due to the Fukushima disaster. This is a problem that should also be known to those who enjoy cheeses and mushrooms since both tend to absorb harmful amounts of radiation.

Meats:

Meat produced with grass is allowed. The Paleo diet suggests that meats are best in moderation. The same applies to other protein sources, such as seeds, nuts, and eggs.

Many people find this variety of choices is what makes the Paleo diet superior to many other weight loss options. This is because most common food cravings can be stopped by the correct use of these permitted foods. While other healthy diets and eating options tend to revolve around a combination of prudent choices and strong willpower to succeed, the Paleo diet is seen, by many, as one of the least restrictive of weight loss and Management options. The variety of foods allowed makes it much easier to adhere to an eating regimen, which can lead to positive results both in health and appearance.

Foods to Avoid:

There are certain foods that should be avoided in the Paleo diet. These food choices include certain grains, refined sugar, dairy products, and perhaps the most difficult of all, for some, salt. There are some salt substitutes that are healthier and they know the same as salt, therefore this obstacle can be easily overcome. A substitute of this type is called, "No salt", which many proclaim tastes as much as common salt, is indistinguishable. Perhaps the most peculiar thing, because of the composition of the peanut, is that while nuts are allowed in the diet, peanuts are not allowed.

Before choosing any diet, it is a good idea to consult a doctor first, with that in mind, the Paleo diet is certainly a health option that should be considered and worth investigating. This is particularly true with regard to those who have experimented with a variety of diets in the past. There are people who may have given up their weight loss journey, due to the experience of food cravings that could not be met. This is the main cause of diet failure in America today and the Paleo diet is becoming quite popular due to the elimination of this obstacle.

Sources:

The Paleo Diet: what to eat on the paleo diet
Independent Australia: educating Australians about Fukushima’s implications  Dr. Helen Caldicott