Posted December 29, 2014 by Kara McCartney
In 2015, the entire Primal Palate team is doing a overhaul on our diet, and we’re asking you to join us. We’re going back to the basics, cutting out Paleo desserts, added sugar, dairy, alcohol, and other not-so-Paleo foods. Our goal is to zero in our diet, and really give our bodies what it needs. By using our FREE meal planner you can join us. We are giving you all the tools you will need to go Paleo in 30 days, but in the end, all decisions rest on you. Commit to 30 days of clean eating, and let’s have a great 2015! 
We put this one first because honestly, we think it’s the most important. We also think it’s the easiest way to ensure your own success. Going Paleo cold-turkeyis NOT easy. So ask yourself: Who is going to be there to help motivate you? Who willremind you why you started in the first place? Who is going to be your support team throughout this month? A friend can help do all that, and you can do it for them as well!
There is one final reason we are telling you to grab a friend: being a role model to others, and being a motivator for others, is the easiest way to motivate yourself. If you know someone is depending on you, you are less likely to have a slip-up,versus when it’s just you standing alone.
When you download the guide, be sure to subscribe to the 30 Paleo e-mail list! Every Monday, new tips will be delivered to your inbox. From snack options, to an “Eat this Not That” list, to what foods to eat when you’re craving your old favorites.
The Tips and Tricks Guide was written 50% by us, 50% by people just like you. We polled those who had already gone through a Paleo challenge before, and asked them for their best pieces of advice. We threw in our own tipstoo, including: how to eat Paleo on a budget, and how to properly store produce to extend shelf life. You’ll also find cooking videos and external resources too! This resource is completely free to download, and can be found here.
If you choose to plan your own meals for the week. To do this, simply
- Register as a user,
- Save the recipes you would like to use.
- To plan your meals for the week, simply drag and drop recipes to the corresponding day.
- Finally, print out your shopping list to take to the store with you!
- Oh, and don’t forget: You can upload your OWN recipes to myKitchen!
So if you have a family favorite pot roast, casserole, or other Paleo recipe; you can access it from the Paleo meal planner as well!
So here you are, ready to embark on your journey to total health. We’re about to give you your meal plans, shopping lists, and recipes. You’re ready, right? Not quite. Before you can fill your kitchen with a bounty of fresh, nutritious food, you need to dump all the junk that’s clogging your cupboards and fridge. And we’re going to make this first, critical step very easy for you: Throw it all out!
Until you are rock solid in your commitment to your new lifestyle, you are in danger of cheating.
Every day, we will share tips across all social media channels. We use these channels to answer common questions (generated by you), and to share daily tips and motivation. Check them daily for meal plans, recipe ideas, and tips!
Follow Primal Palate on Pinterest for tons of recipe ideas and healthy tips. You might find these three boards particularly useful!
Have you watched someone lose 50 pounds, and wanted to ask them, “How on earth did you do it?”? What about 100 pounds? Or even 200 pounds? We have interviewed people who have lost anywhere from ten to 200 pounds on Paleo, most in justone year. We asked them exactly how they lost the weight, so be sure to read their stores for an extra boost of motivation!
If you didn’t want this, you wouldn’t have read this far. Keep telling yourself how bad you want this. Every. Single. Day. Remind yourself that you want to be healthy. You want to set a good example for those around you. You want to be proud of yourself and the healthy decisions you have made. That’s all it takes. Remembering why you started in the first place, is all it takes. We have given you all the tools you need, but you are the only person who decides what goes into your body. Every healthy decision is determined by you. You get to be in control here. Just keep telling yourself you can do this, and everything else will fall into place.
FAQs
The diet excludes cereal grains, legumes, dairy, processed oils, refined sugar, alcohol, caffeine, artificial sweeteners, and trans fats. Some paleo-friendly foods include lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.
Why is Paleo diet unhealthy? ›
It promotes avoiding dairy products and grains. This diet can put you at risk for deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D, which are critical to bone health. At the same time, you may consume saturated fat and protein far above recommended levels due to eating so much meat.
Can you have eggs on paleo? ›
A paleo diet is an eating plan based on foods humans might have eaten during the Paleolithic Era. The Paleolithic Era dates from around 2.5 million to 10,000 years ago. A modern paleo diet includes fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds.
Why are peanuts not paleo? ›
Grains (including whole grains and those that are gluten-free), dairy, and legumes are banned from the paleo diet. That means no peanut butter or peanuts because followers of the paleo diet consider peanuts a legume rather than a nut.
Why am I not pooping on the Paleo diet? ›
To ensure you're getting enough fiber on the paleo diet, it's important to eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. If you're following a paleo diet that's low in fiber-rich foods — like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and other paleo-friendly fiber sources — you could experience constipation.
Are bananas OK on paleo? ›
Many paleo followers wonder if bananas are paleo because of their higher sugar content. They are considered paleo. One medium banana has 113 calories, 2 grams of fiber and 26 grams of carbohydrates. Bananas are an unprocessed, whole food with a good source of potassium.
Is peanut butter OK on paleo diet? ›
Peanuts are technically legumes, which are not paleo compliant, and that means peanut butter is off limits for paleo eaters. All other nuts and seeds are fair game, so if nuts and seeds are the only ingredients, snack away!
Can you have coffee on paleo? ›
While we have said in the past that coffee is not Paleo, we have changed our position based on new research and now we believe that coffee is fine for most people.
What is the healthiest diet for humans? ›
A healthy diet includes the following:
- Fruit, vegetables, legumes (e.g. lentils and beans), nuts and whole grains (e.g. unprocessed maize, millet, oats, wheat and brown rice).
- At least 400 g (i.e. five portions) of fruit and vegetables per day (2), excluding potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava and other starchy roots.
Understanding the Basics of the Paleo Diet
First, know that paleo is an anti-inflammatory diet that aims to remove sugar, legumes, most dairy, grains, and refined vegetable oils like corn and soy oil. Essentially, paleo sets out to eliminate processed, so-called modern foods from our diets.
Eating paleo also causes your body to retain more water, which can cause mild dehydration. That will also make you feel super tired and fatiged. Just remember to keep water with you at all time and drink constantly throughout the day.
Is bacon OK for paleo? ›
Bacon is one of the ultimately-loved Paleo foods. It is generally prepared from the fatback, the sides, or the belly of the pig. These cuts are then cured using salt, either in a brine (with water) or via dry packing.
What dairy is best for paleo diet? ›
Many people on a paleo diet today also include some sources of full-fat dairy, such as butter, cream, yogurt or whole milk. It's ideal if the dairy you eat or drink is from grass-fed cows. People who have dairy allergies or sensitivities don't need to include it in their diet.
Can you eat bacon on paleo? ›
While bacon is very tasty; unfortunately, bacon is not Paleo. Bacon is high in added salt, nitrates, and other unhealthy chemicals that are injected into the meat to help preserve it.
Is paleo diet bad for the Environment? ›
New research has found that keto and paleo diets have a higher carbon footprint and lower nutritional value than other options.
Does paleo diet cause inflammation? ›
This is because the paleo diet excludes grains, legumes, and dairy, all known to induce inflammation in certain people. Randomized, controlled research discovered that the paleo diet lowered CRP levels and increased insulin sensitivity in type 2 diabetic patients.
Does the Paleo diet list any precautions or warnings? ›
Fruits & Vegetables
The only caveat for people on the paleo diet is that some vegetables are starchy (e.g., potatoes) and some fruits are higher in sugar (e.g., bananas). So, if you are trying to lose weight or watch your blood sugar levels, eat these in moderation.
