We sometimes get emails from meal plan subscribers who are either experiencing fatigue and/or hunger. We also get emails from people on the meal plan who aren't losing weight as quickly as they'd like on the plan. My first questions to both of these kinds of people are: -How big of a person are you? -How active are you? -And are you tweaking the meal plan to fit your personal needs at all? Are You Eating Enough, Too Much, Or … Continue reading →
It's been a bit quiet on the blogging front these past few days because I've been busy planning a wedding! My boyfriend, Seth, proposed last Thursday, April 5th after 6 1/2 years of togetherness. Coincidentally, he proposed to me last year on April 5th, too, but we had to call off the engagement to do some soul searching for a while. This time it's for real - we're committed, and we're both looking forward to spending forever with each other … Continue reading →
There's a lot of talk about intermittent fasting (IF) these days in the Paleo community, and we have a few posts on it coming up by our favorite fitness guru, Max Shippee, pretty soon. However, I think before you go jumping on the intermittent fasting express train, there are some things you should know. Blog posts by Martin Berkhan of leangains.com, Mark Sisson, Arthur De Vany, and so many more will tell you about the potential benefits of intermittent fasting … Continue reading →
When I was at the PaleoFX conference, we were given mostly meat to eat. I was grateful for the food, but I really like vegetables and fruit. So I went to a co-op and got some celery. I was chomping on the celery stalk as I walked through the conference hall and someone actually said to me, "Whoa, vegetables!" as if I'd committed some Paleo crime. There was such a vibe of carbs-are-the-devil at the conference that Dr. Emily Deans … Continue reading →
One thing you’ll notice about a Paleo diet meal plan is that it kind of leans towards a diet with higher protein intake. While this is a common observation, it’s not exactly what the Paleolithic diet is about. In fact, counting your protein intake should not be as important as the diet’s basic tenet of consuming real, natural foods free of preservatives and other synthetic enhancers. Likewise, protein intake should take a backseat when compared to refocusing your diet to make it more balanced, … Continue reading →
I love me some fruit. I can't imagine you don't, too. I love it so much that because of the dearth of fresh, organic fruit lately, I've been thawing out bags of frozen berries and mangoes and eating little cups of it every day. It's awesome that way because there's a natural syrup that forms when the fruit thaws. I eat at least one banana a day. Screw all that talk about fructose; I love fructose. I've been eating a … Continue reading →
The Paleo trend is growing. I recently went to Southern Florida and was asked a few times what I did for a living. When I told people I run a Paleo diet meal planning website, some of them actually knew what that meant! At Paleo Plan, part of our mission is to spread the good Paleo word so that even more people around the globe will know what Paleo is, just like they know what "vegetarian" or "gluten free" is. … Continue reading →
In the midst of so much craziness in the world, isn't it nice to know that some things are actually getting better? Like finding the Paleo diet plan and discovering that you actually feel better and healthier. Testimonials The Power of Diet "When I was 3 years old, I was diagnosed with JRA [juvenile rheumatoid arthritis], after dozens of blood tests,... and doctors wanting to drain my knees. My parents refused to put me on any medication. My mom completely … Continue reading →
The economy has done some crazy things to this country: unemployment and foreclosure rates sky high, people "occupying" every place from New York City to Suburbia. Times are changing. And now this? Horse Meat, Anyone? Obama lifted the 5 year old ban on FDA inspections of horse meat a couple days ago, which means that if a slaughterhouse wants to kill horse, the FDA will check to see if they did it right. Which means that horse meat can now … Continue reading →
Before I go telling you how to make tallow, let me first tell you what it is, and why you'd want to make it. You're probably starting to see "tallow" around the Paleo/Primal blogosphere in the "eat this" category. Tallow is rendered fat from meat other than pork - often beef. (Rendered fat from pork is called lard.) What is rendering? It just means to melt something down. The reason I wanted tallow in my own kitchen is because it's … Continue reading →
Chocolate is a relatively recent indulgence that is often labeled as off limits by people on the Paleo diet. Of course, if you’re a purist, there’s no denying the fact that our Paleolithic ancestors simply didn’t access this sinfully delectable sweet. However, chocolate can be good if eaten in moderation. This article will look at a number of chocolate facts and go over its many pros and cons. Afterwards, you should be able to determine whether continuing to consume chocolate … Continue reading →
Dr. Oz, who I've been reading up on, calls Paleo the "alterna-Atkins". People have asked me repeatedly how the Paleo diet is different from Atkins. While there are similarities between the diets - namely that they're both considered low carb - there are many differences. This is my attempt at succinctly laying these differences out for all to see. 1. Atkins doesn't give a hoot about where your meat comes from. You could be eating the most factory-farmed, GMO-infested, pesticide-laden, … Continue reading →
Alright, here it is! The nutritional breakdown for an entire typical week on Paleo Plan, including calories, carbs, fat and protein. A couple things to note. This information came from myfitnesspal.com, which is where all of the data on our site (if you're a member) comes from. Myfitnesspal.com is a really good tool to use for counting calories, carbs, fat, and protein quantities because it's simple, easy to read, and its database has all our Paleo foods. Some of the … Continue reading →
Ever heard of the Paleo Diet? No? Then allow this article to explain it. With obesity and weight-related health problems at an all time high, the desire to become fitter, slimmer and healthier has never been more prevalent than now. From time to time, you hear about the hottest diet, the most effective exercise and the latest weight loss regimen to work wonders—all these are a testament to the growing consciousness of our society over making the right lifestyle choices. … Continue reading →
The greatest fear some people have about a change in diet is the discomfort of change and the painful cravings they think they will have as a result. Repeatedly, people on the Paleo Diet Plan have remarked that their feared "withdrawals" from their favorite comfort foods were either non-existent or short-lived. A Day in the Life Imagine waking up well-rested and full of energy. Add to that a positive outlook that you can conquer any task. While it's true that … Continue reading →
Eggs, who doesn’t love them? Our Paleolithic ancestors probably had their eggs raw, or at best, cooked over a rock with no salt, no pepper and definitely no spices of any sort. Such was the life then. However, even if you’re on the Paleo diet, it doesn’t mean you couldn't enjoy good old scrambled eggs just like your Mom used to make for you for breakfast when you were young. Scrambled eggs may seem like an easy recipe that just … Continue reading →
