Paleo Diet Simple Guide for Beginners: Paleo Diet for Special Populations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798866246397)

Paleo Diet Simple Guide for Beginners

The Paleo Diet, short for the Paleolithic Diet, is a dietary approach that seeks to mimic the eating patterns of our distant ancestors, specifically those who lived during the Paleolithic era, which began approximately 2.5 million years ago and ended around 10,000 years ago with the advent of agriculture. The fundamental idea behind the Paleo Diet is to consume foods that our hunter-gatherer ancestors would have had access to, and to avoid or minimize the intake of foods introduced with the advent of agriculture, industrialization, and modern food processing.

The primary focus of the Paleo Diet is on whole, unprocessed foods, with an emphasis on animal proteins, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. It excludes grains, legumes, dairy products, processed foods, and added sugars. The rationale behind this diet is that the human body is genetically adapted to the dietary patterns of our ancient ancestors, and by adhering to these dietary principles, individuals can promote better health, manage weight, and reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases. The historical background of the Paleo Diet stems from anthropological and archeological research that examined the dietary habits of prehistoric humans. The focus of the Paleo Diet is on real, nutrient-dense foods that support overall health, and avoiding processed foods, sugars, and sweeteners aligns with these principles.

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Author: Nairne Oisean
ISBN-13: 9798866246397
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 11/02/2023
Pages: 92
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.19d