5 Common Misconceptions about the Paleo Diet

Even though the paleo diet has thousands of followers, seen a surge in popularity and has been around for a few years, there are many misconceptions about this diet.

These misconceptions arise through false information, a bad image of paleo dieting and even marketing attempts by other fad diets to discredit the paleo way.

The paleo diet is also known as the ‘caveman’ diet.

This is due to the fact that the diet somewhat resembles the way our early ancestors ate. This name has caused one of the biggest misconceptions about the paleo diet.

1. It is uncivilized and all about gorging yourself on meat
The paleo diet is about eating nutrient rich food that does not contain harmful substances and agrees with our body. It is not a re-enactment of how the actual cavemen ate. Paleo dieters do not go out hunting for boars or deer and roast the meat on a flame.

The diet is about eating the correct foods and excluding the bad ones. Grains, sugar, processed foods, etc. are not allowed. This is due to the fact that these foods are neither natural nor healthy. There are millions of people who have problems with grain based foods. So, the diet is not only about meat. Vegetables, healthy fats and fruit may be consumed too.

2. Paleo dieting is for fat loss
Fat loss is one of the benefits of a paleo diet but it is not the goal. Unlike the Atkins diet or other low carb diets, the paleo diet is not overly concerned about weight loss. The concept of the paleo diet is to consume wholesome, healthy food and stop eating detrimental food.

Once this is achieved, weight loss naturally follows. Obesity is a growing trend around the world and it is reaching epidemic proportions. That’s because of poor food choices. The paleo diet is a healthy way to eat and live. It is more than just fat loss.

3. The paleo diet is not practical
The paleo diet does require some effort and preparation. That does not make it impractical. You just need to find ways to make it easier for you. Cooking your food for a few days at a time, pre-packing them in containers for ease, etc. If you are truly dedicated, you will find a way.

4. The paleo diet is expensive
No, it’s not. You are encouraged to buy your meat and vegetables from farmers’ markets and other suppliers. Usually, you may receive discounts and other special rates. Since you will be doing your own cooking, you’ll be spending less on food. Furthermore, since you can’t consume junk food and processed food, you will not be spending on the usual comforts foods. So, the paleo diet could actually be cheaper.

5. The paleo diet is not for women
There are many arguments for this stating that women need more carbohydrates, etc. In cases like this, it would be wise to adapt the diet. For example, if the woman feels lethargic, she may consume more carbs in the form of vegetables. The paleo diet does not have to be rigid. Mix and match and see what suits you.

These are just a few misconceptions. There are many more but pay them no heed. The best way to know about anything is to try it out for yourself.

Try out the paleo diet for 3 weeks or a month. If you start looking and feeling better, stay on. If not, you may go back to your previous way of eating.

 Chances are high that once you go paleo, you’'ll never go back.

7 Paleo Myths Debunked!

Greetings Paleo Warriors!

Today we want to clear up a few myths people have about the Paleo diet, and show why these are unfounded.

7 Paleo Myths

Myth 1: Paleo is All About the Meat - 

Perhaps it’s the picture of Fred Flinstone eating a brontosaurus burger that makes people think Paleo is all about eating thick steaks until you’re full. But hunters and gatherers most likely relied on the gathering more than the hunting, as there’s no way to guarantee you’d be able to successfully find and bring down an animal to eat.


Myth 2: Paleo is a Short-Term Solution -

Some think that you just go on Paleo for a few weeks, or maybe a few months, and then you’re done. But the Paleo diet is meant to be followed for as long as you want to have extra energy and a slim waistline.

Myth 3: Paleo is a Fad -

It’s so easy in our modern times to write off diet plans as a fad, because there are several more introduced to the market each week. But thinking of something that dates back over 10,000 years as a fad is a bit silly.

Myth 4: Paleo is Bad for Your Heart Because of All the Fat and Cholesterol -

Paleo isn’t about choosing the fattiest meats you can find and eating unlimited quantities of them. You’ll be choosing lean meat and eating healthy portions of it, combined with plenty of vegetables as well as fruit.

Myth 5: Paleo Is Hard to Stick With - 

Because of all that excludes, dairy, grains, legumes, refined sugars, Paleo has been labelled as a hard diet to stick with. But when you consider that there are Paleo recipes that show you how to make snacks, appetizers, soups, salads, and main dishes that rival what you’ll find in restaurants, it’s actually an easy diet to stick with because you’re eating real food.


Myth 6: Paleo Shopping is Expensive -

With all of the specialty items like grass-fed beef and organic meats, fruits, and vegetables, Paleo is sometimes referred to as being prohibitively expensive. But when you factor in the money you’ll be saving from not buying fast food, junk food, and other packaged and processed foods, it comes out about even, and Paleo might just be a more economical way to live.

Myth 7: You Can Have All-You-Can-Eat Bacon on Paleo - 

You’ll see bacon used in many Paleo recipes for no other reason than this is a diet plan that allows you to have bacon. But you’ll still want to take it easy with bacon, and make sure you’re getting a big serving of vegetables whenever you eat it.

So don’t get caught up in the misinformation about Paleo, as much of it is just plain wrong!

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Losing Weight the Healthy Way

Almost 108 million Americans were overweight or obese in 1999. Until now, obesity continues to be a serious problem and is predicted to reach epidemic levels by the year 2020.

One way to prevent this scenario is to make people aware of the risks of being overweight or obese.

Here are some diseases that you are putting yourself in risk of if you are carrying a lot of extra pounds:

1. heart disease
2. stroke 
3. diabetes
4. cancer
5. arthritis
6. hypertension

Losing weight helps to prevent and control these diseases.

The quick weight loss methods which have spread like fire these days do not provide lasting results. More often than not, dieting methods which involve dietary drinks, foods and supplement or  pills do not work. If they do, the results are just temporary.

It is better to rely on a healthy weight loss option which will provide lifetime results. You have to set realistic goals and not expect to lose a lot of pounds in a short span of time.

Here are some tips on how you can lose those unwanted pounds the healthy way:

1.   Do not starve your self. 

The key to a healthier way of losing weight is: Do not diet.

You may seem happy and feel that you are losing those unwanted flabs on your belly and thighs by skipping meals. But remember that this would not last long. Your body cannot tolerate having insufficient food to fuel the energy that you use up everyday.

If you get used to skipping one or two meals a day, your stored calories will be used up instead of the energy that should have been provided by your meals. So if you just eat one huge sandwich in one day, it will end up straight to your problem area (i.e. highs, buttocks, hips).

2.  Start your day right. 

Mothers always say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Have a healthy meal in the morning to jump-start your metabolism.

Your food intake after you wake up will be used to burn fat all day long.

3.  Eat small, healthy meals frequently. 

Five  small-serving snacks per day is better than three hearty meals. Eating more frequently, and in small servings, can prevent over-eating. This will also increase your metabolism and make calories burn faster.

4.  Decide on how much weight you want to lose. 

Keep your goals realistic. In the long run, it is virtually impossible for you to lose 40 pounds in 2 weeks. Have a mindset that you want to eat healthy to stay healthy for the rest of your life.

Once you have decided on a weight loss plan or program, stick to it and make sure that you follow your own set of dieting rules.

5.  Drink lots of water. 

Your body needs sufficient water  to burn fat and keep your cells hydrated and healthy.

6.  Avoid too much sugar. 

Plan your meals around lots of fruits and vegetables, some bread, rice or pasta for that carbo fix that you need, plus lean  meat and protein rich-foods. Sweets, sodas and pastries should be once-in-a-while indulgences only.

7.  Watch your fat intake. 

Fat is not the culprit to being overweight. You need this to keep your weight at the proper level.

There is such a thing as healthy fats. Olive, peanuts and canola oil have them. Tuna, salmon and mackerel have omega-3 fats which is good for the heart.

8.  Exercise. 

Leave your car if  you are only going a few blocks from home, take the stairs instead of the elevator, jog, cycle or  skate. Use these activities and other home chores if you are too lazy to go to the gym and take exercise classes. Make sure that you do this regularly and you will not even notice that you are already shedding pounds with these mundane activities.

It does not matter how much weight you plan or need to lose. What is important is that you set realistic goals for yourself.

Go slow. If you have already lost 5 or 6 pounds, give yourself a break then try to lose the next 5 pounds.

Eat healthy, drink lots of water, have enough sleep and exercise.
This will give you a higher chance of losing weight and improving your health, which would result to a new, healthier you.