==== ==== for more great paleo recipes and ideas, visit: www.paleodiet.biz ==== ==== BEGINNING A PALEO DIET ROUTINE Beginning a Paleo diet can be quite a fuss if you do not know the right things about it and most importantly, if you have not understood it well. It is a well established fact that only once you are convinced of anything, you can pursue it well, with all your heart on it. The same goes for your diet, especially since it forms such a major of your daily routine. The Paleo diet has been taken up from the Paleolithic age after research and study proved that such a diet can work wonders in giving humans in these modern times healthier, long and stronger lives. So, if you glance back at what the caveman of the Paleolithic period ate, you will find out that his diet consisted mainly of natural foods like fruits, nuts, berries and vegetables and the lean meat or seafood he would catch as prey. Thus he ate the most from what mother earth provided and since he was not acquainted with farming, was away from consuming crops and also dairy products. His diet was rich in proteins, low in carbohydrates and nourished him with all necessary nutrients and oils. And as supposed, the occurrence of heart problems, diabetes, obesity and so on was very minimal at that time (if not zero!). The man at that time was taller, stronger and more slender than us. Now, in order to be a promising beginner on the Paleo diet, you need to understand why it is important and how it can benefit YOU. Firstly, since it has the right combination of all nutrients and is free of preservatives, artificial ingredients and unhealthy oils, it is an amazing fight against obesity and weight related problems. Secondly, it is a highly potential way to a healthy lifestyle which may be free from many dreaded ailments of today. Also, since you will be consuming natural food, in each season, you will gain heavily on the energies it provides. An energetic, active life is what you can experience through this diet. It also has noticeable effects on your skin. Most importantly, since it has been proven that we are genetically similar to the cavemen of the Paleolithic period, this diet will affect us in the same way assuredly. Once you have known the nature and advantage of following the Paleo diet, you, as a beginner should also look at other aspects. One is that you need to list down what is a part of the Paleo diet and what is not. You would have to delete packaged food and processed food from your life. Anything which is artificially flavored, colored, sweetened, etc. is a big no! All fruits, veggies, some nuts (in measured proportions), naturally ripened, are to be a part of your daily diet. Meat especially lean meat and game meat are beneficial. Using any harmful oils is better kept at bay. Another note to be made as a beginner is that raw consumption is the best way to administer the
Paleo diet. But in the beginning the rule to be followed can be minimum cooking and cooking in ways which will not take away the nutrients from the food. It is better to consult a nutritionist or a dietician regarding the methods of cooking. Once your taste buds get accustomed to this diet it is an easier way through. So look for ways which will help you adapt to the taste and texture of the foods. You have nothing to worry about the Paleo diet as you are going to consume the best in each season. So you will be getting a great mix of heath and flavors. So with these aspects in mind, you as beginner can jump on the Paleo diet routine and pave your way for a healthier and safer future.
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