Paleo Diet Cookbook

Nutrition
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[quote]MODOK wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]bearvsshark wrote:
3 things I wanted to help point out.
White potatoes are out in Paleo, but it�?�¢??s been recommended to use sweet potatoes especially for post workout recovery. A standard mix you will see is Sweet Potatoe+apple sauce + cinnamon for post workout replenishing.

Since a lot of butters have some bad stuff, recently we have come across KerryGold which is a butter (me thinks from Australia) that we use because word is over there they are only allowed to have free range, non-hormonal live stock and that�?�¢??s where this butter comes from, such an animal and is additive free. Tastes freaking great too. I use it on some veggies, just dont make it an every meal thing and you will be fine.

Digestion of grains has pretty much never been able to take place. Tons of research on that dating to way way back when. When they dug up mummies post agriculture and compared the bodies to old paleo-skeletons they found that the mummies had smaller more brittle bones, worse teeth and diabetes.
Hope this helps.
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Sweet potatoes are not allowed if you are strictly following the Paleo Diet, neither is butter, no matter what/where it comes from.

Adding those in isn’t going to kill you, but I’m just saying how it is.[/quote]

Did you read Cordain’s second book “Paleo Diet for Athletes”? Cordain does a 180 on potatoes and complex carbs post workout. He prescribes them for athletes to replete muscle glycogen. He also did a very interesting audio discussion with Berardi, where he agrees that potatoes and other starches are very beneficial for athletes. He shields himself from criticism by saying his diet is for “a VERY different group of people than athletes.” Cordain is pretty goofy though in some of his writings- he seems very impressionable, like his embargo against saturated fats. WTF. I’m not sure of a lot in life, but I’m certain that Caveman fucking ate saturated fat to the max. Sisson’s “Primal Blueprint” is a much more entertaining read on the subject anyway, but he’s got some funny ideas too.[/quote]

Interesting. I definitely have a decent amount of saturated fat in my diet, especially since I cook with coconut oil. I agree, there are some cooky vibes that exude themselves from the writings of the chief practitioners of the Paleo Diet, but I guess that’s just how they come.

I think including sweet potatoes for athletes seems completely reasonable, as I have always wondered why carrots are allowed but potatoes are not. I have had to utilize a Paleo Diet Hybrid (allowing quinoa, wild rice, steel cut oats) because I just wasn’t recovering from my lifts. Maybe I’ll toss some sweet potatoes into the mix.

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[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:
Did not want to start a new thread but was wondering if flax meal causes inflammation? I remember reading an article on here that stated it did. I have never eaten it, just started a few days ago and now I got a few pimples on my jaw. Perhaps to much oil in it? Flax meal is all I have added to my diet.

By the way great thread.[/quote]

I use ground flax seed in my oatmeal every morning (2-3 tablespoons) and have no problems at all with it. I actually think it helps my skin.

Flax seed contains a very high amount of Omega 3’s which are known for the anti-inflammatory characteristics. I have posted the nutrition data for flax seed below, as it is ranked as one of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there.

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3163/2[/quote]

Thanks, I have done some research and came up with the same thing. I figured it caused inflammation because I only get these types of pimples from inflammation, perhaps the flax meal is poor quality or like I said to much oil? I dont take in many oils and like I said it is all I have added to my diet.

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[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:
Did not want to start a new thread but was wondering if flax meal causes inflammation? I remember reading an article on here that stated it did. I have never eaten it, just started a few days ago and now I got a few pimples on my jaw. Perhaps to much oil in it? Flax meal is all I have added to my diet.

By the way great thread.[/quote]

I use ground flax seed in my oatmeal every morning (2-3 tablespoons) and have no problems at all with it. I actually think it helps my skin.

Flax seed contains a very high amount of Omega 3’s which are known for the anti-inflammatory characteristics. I have posted the nutrition data for flax seed below, as it is ranked as one of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there.

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3163/2[/quote]

Thanks, I have done some research and came up with the same thing. I figured it caused inflammation because I only get these types of pimples from inflammation, perhaps the flax meal is poor quality or like I said to much oil? I dont take in many oils and like I said it is all I have added to my diet.[/quote]

I don’t think oil is a problem, as it is simply ground flax seeds, unless your purchasing a product that has additives or other ingredients.

I get mine from Trader Joe’s, and have posted the link for the product below.

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[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:
Did not want to start a new thread but was wondering if flax meal causes inflammation? I remember reading an article on here that stated it did. I have never eaten it, just started a few days ago and now I got a few pimples on my jaw. Perhaps to much oil in it? Flax meal is all I have added to my diet.

By the way great thread.[/quote]

I use ground flax seed in my oatmeal every morning (2-3 tablespoons) and have no problems at all with it. I actually think it helps my skin.

Flax seed contains a very high amount of Omega 3’s which are known for the anti-inflammatory characteristics. I have posted the nutrition data for flax seed below, as it is ranked as one of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there.

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3163/2[/quote]

Thanks, I have done some research and came up with the same thing. I figured it caused inflammation because I only get these types of pimples from inflammation, perhaps the flax meal is poor quality or like I said to much oil? I dont take in many oils and like I said it is all I have added to my diet.[/quote]

I don’t think oil is a problem, as it is simply ground flax seeds, unless your purchasing a product that has additives or other ingredients.

I get mine from Trader Joe’s, and have posted the link for the product below.

http://www.bobsredmill.com/flaxseed-meal.html[/quote]

Looks like I am not the only one, they describe exactly what I got, a few cystic like pimples small but, a few along the jaw. Flaxseed Oil Reviews - Acne.org
Wonder what it could be.

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[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:
Did not want to start a new thread but was wondering if flax meal causes inflammation? I remember reading an article on here that stated it did. I have never eaten it, just started a few days ago and now I got a few pimples on my jaw. Perhaps to much oil in it? Flax meal is all I have added to my diet.

By the way great thread.[/quote]

I use ground flax seed in my oatmeal every morning (2-3 tablespoons) and have no problems at all with it. I actually think it helps my skin.

Flax seed contains a very high amount of Omega 3’s which are known for the anti-inflammatory characteristics. I have posted the nutrition data for flax seed below, as it is ranked as one of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there.

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3163/2[/quote]

Thanks, I have done some research and came up with the same thing. I figured it caused inflammation because I only get these types of pimples from inflammation, perhaps the flax meal is poor quality or like I said to much oil? I dont take in many oils and like I said it is all I have added to my diet.[/quote]

I don’t think oil is a problem, as it is simply ground flax seeds, unless your purchasing a product that has additives or other ingredients.

I get mine from Trader Joe’s, and have posted the link for the product below.

http://www.bobsredmill.com/flaxseed-meal.html[/quote]

Looks like I am not the only one, they describe exactly what I got, a few cystic like pimples small but, a few along the jaw. Flaxseed Oil Reviews - Acne.org
Wonder what it could be.[/quote]

I don’t know why your posting about this in the Paleo Diet Cookbook…

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[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:

[quote]xXSeraphimXx wrote:
Did not want to start a new thread but was wondering if flax meal causes inflammation? I remember reading an article on here that stated it did. I have never eaten it, just started a few days ago and now I got a few pimples on my jaw. Perhaps to much oil in it? Flax meal is all I have added to my diet.

By the way great thread.[/quote]

I use ground flax seed in my oatmeal every morning (2-3 tablespoons) and have no problems at all with it. I actually think it helps my skin.

Flax seed contains a very high amount of Omega 3’s which are known for the anti-inflammatory characteristics. I have posted the nutrition data for flax seed below, as it is ranked as one of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there.

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3163/2[/quote]

Thanks, I have done some research and came up with the same thing. I figured it caused inflammation because I only get these types of pimples from inflammation, perhaps the flax meal is poor quality or like I said to much oil? I dont take in many oils and like I said it is all I have added to my diet.[/quote]

I don’t think oil is a problem, as it is simply ground flax seeds, unless your purchasing a product that has additives or other ingredients.

I get mine from Trader Joe’s, and have posted the link for the product below.

http://www.bobsredmill.com/flaxseed-meal.html[/quote]

Looks like I am not the only one, they describe exactly what I got, a few cystic like pimples small but, a few along the jaw. Flaxseed Oil Reviews - Acne.org
Wonder what it could be.[/quote]

Also, the link you posted is a review for flax seed oil, not ground flax seed, they are not the same.

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To any of you that follow the Paleo Diet, what are your thoughts on Quinoa and Buckwheat? Technically they are fruits, so I was wondering if any of you include them in your diet. I just added Quinoa back in, because I just wasn’t getting enough carbs. Thoughts?

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Another question to you that follow, or loosely stick to the Paleo Diet. What do you use to carb up before lifting? Bananas? Apples?

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[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:
Another question to you that follow, or loosely stick to the Paleo Diet. What do you use to carb up before lifting? Bananas? Apples?[/quote]

Yep, usually bananas pre workout. But I’m not trying to gain any weight these days so I don’t eat a whole lot.

But come fall I’ll try to stick with fruit for carb energy and see how it goes.
You mentioned you didn’t recover enough with just eating fruit etc?

If only fruit doesn’t do it for me I guess I’ll go with a certain brand of bread that is really physique friendly and expensive. I really love bread so I’ll just make some kick ass chicken/turkey sandwiches for brotein and extra carbs.

It will keep my mind more sane as well.

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Anyone else noticed any bodily changes when having been on paleo for a while?

I’ve only been almost 100% paleo since march and i’ve never felt or looked better.
Steady energy levels throughout the day.
I seem to sleep better.
Going to the toilet has changed. Less waste and always awesome.
Even my hair is thicker and fuller. What is up with that?

My diet is more or less like this these days.

Breakfast: eggs, bananas, coffee.
PWO: whey/casein, almonds.
Lunch: minced chicken 10% fat and vegetables.
Dinner: salmon and vegetables.
and perhaps some meat later if I still feel hungry or want something to eat.

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How is brocolli or cauliflower paleo? They are derived from wild mustard and only been around for less than 2000 years,

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[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:
Another question to you that follow, or loosely stick to the Paleo Diet. What do you use to carb up before lifting? Bananas? Apples?[/quote]

How can bananas be paleo? The banana you buy in the store is very different than the one which grows in the wild. Namely, store bought bananas lack seeds and are much larger and sweeter.

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elih8er, I would suggest doing a little more research before commenting, it is apparent that you don’t know what your talking about and simply wish to point out random snippets of information.

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[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:
elih8er, I would suggest doing a little more research before commenting, it is apparent that you don’t know what your talking about and simply wish to point out random snippets of information.[/quote]

No, I am quite sure the banana you buy in the store is nothing at all like those which are found in the wild of which it is highly derived. Yes, it is fruit. But, it has gone through the same selective breeding as grains and tubers have and is no more “paleo” than the foods which paleo dieters rail against. The same for your apples, pears, oranges, cherries, etc.

I have read much about paleo diets and their supposed health claims. You even posted a link to a site proclaiming paleolithic societies have low instances of cancer, arthritis, “western” disease, etc, pointing at their diet as being the source of their good health. However, what studies have been done proving their diets are the source of their good health? I counter, yes, those diseases are rare in such societies, not because of their diet, but because people predisposed to having cancer, arthritis, poor eyesight, and “western” disease fucking die before they can reach child bearing ages. Further, what studies demonstrate long term exposure to levels of lectins in the average person’s diet causes disease?

Another point, what about the claim human digestive systems have not evolved long enough with modern crops (those approximately 10k years old)? What evidence is there for this? 10,000 years is a pretty long time, approximately 400 generations, and plenty of time to stabilize traits involved in the digestion of these supposed toxic foods. What tangible evidence is there for this? I am not interested in the opinions of the newest nutritional guru, but facts.

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[quote]elih8er wrote:

[quote]WestCoast7 wrote:
elih8er, I would suggest doing a little more research before commenting, it is apparent that you don’t know what your talking about and simply wish to point out random snippets of information.[/quote]

No, I am quite sure the banana you buy in the store is nothing at all like those which are found in the wild of which it is highly derived. Yes, it is fruit. But, it has gone through the same selective breeding as grains and tubers have and is no more “paleo” than the foods which paleo dieters rail against. The same for your apples, pears, oranges, cherries, etc.

I have read much about paleo diets and their supposed health claims. You even posted a link to a site proclaiming paleolithic societies have low instances of cancer, arthritis, “western” disease, etc, pointing at their diet as being the source of their good health. However, what studies have been done proving their diets are the source of their good health? I counter, yes, those diseases are rare in such societies, not because of their diet, but because people predisposed to having cancer, arthritis, poor eyesight, and “western” disease fucking die before they can reach child bearing ages. Further, what studies demonstrate long term exposure to levels of lectins in the average person’s diet causes disease?

Another point, what about the claim human digestive systems have not evolved long enough with modern crops (those approximately 10k years old)? What evidence is there for this? 10,000 years is a pretty long time, approximately 400 generations, and plenty of time to stabilize traits involved in the digestion of these supposed toxic foods. What tangible evidence is there for this? I am not interested in the opinions of the newest nutritional guru, but facts. [/quote]

Nobody is forcing you to utilize this thread or it’s information, it was simply created as a place for those who follow it to share information, and for those that are interested to see what it might be about.

Also, eating Paleo is far from the opinions of the newest nutritional guru. It is actually the exact opposite, as you are eating as primal as possible and in as close a step as possible to the earliest humans. Additionally, 10,000 years is nothing in the big picture of evolution.

If you want to read more about why I chose to eat this way you can follow the link below. The second link is an article covering the toxic nature of grains and related food products, and their impact on the human body (with citations). Click around on the site, I’m sure you’ll find it quite interesting, and quite informative as everything references legitimate research.

I am in no way interested in trying to get people to make the switch, I am simply relaying the success that I have had by eating primal, and am looking to share information with those that are in the same boat or are looking to start something similar.

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Very interesting, this weeks Testosterone Magazine includes an article that advocates the Paleo Diet, or a diet by a different name but of the exact same nature. I have posted the link below.

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I pretty much eat paleo right now anyway… Probably 80-90% paleo ever since my girlfriend started a “gluten free” diet. We cook almost every meal and they consist of meats and veggies with eggs for breakfast. I havent gone fully paleo because I do enjoy sweet potatoes quite a bit and also some turkey sausages some times as well.

Good stuff though and I’m interested in trying out some of these recipes

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I can not get enough of these.

Kale Chips Recipe

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Wash your kale and dry it thoroughly.

  2. Break the leaves off of the stalk into bite size pieces in a bowl. Drizzle on your favorite extra virgin olive oil, then a pinch of seasoned or kosher salt â?? not too much though! Use your hands to toss the mixture and even out the ingredients.

  3. Place the kale onto your cookie sheet and bake until the edges are browned, for about 10-15 minutes.

  4. Enjoy your crispy, salty, low-calorie snack

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[quote]EvanX wrote:
I can not get enough of these.

Kale Chips Recipe

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Wash your kale and dry it thoroughly.

  2. Break the leaves off of the stalk into bite size pieces in a bowl. Drizzle on your favorite extra virgin olive oil, then a pinch of seasoned or kosher salt â?? not too much though! Use your hands to toss the mixture and even out the ingredients.

  3. Place the kale onto your cookie sheet and bake until the edges are browned, for about 10-15 minutes.

  4. Enjoy your crispy, salty, low-calorie snack
    [/quote]

That looks good! I gotta try that.

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^Wow, those looks nuts, they taste great?