Paleo Diet

[PetiteParisienne]

I'm going to make that stuff as soon as I replace the food processor that just broke (POS dammit). Mayo is manna from heaven

I had some of it yesterday with sweet potato fries (also homemade).

[PetiteParisienne]

But whole grains are also a slow carb.

They are. However, the issue lies in the fact that most people have some level of gluten-intolerance.

[Legion]

Since wheat is a new food in our history, gluten adaptation is probably non-existent. It shouldn't bother one unless hyper-sensitive to gluten (Celiac etc.) I eat wheat because I find it beneficial in absorbing stomach acid. In my experience, the best whole grain is (pre-roasted) buckwheat. It digests more easily than brown rice or quinoa and provides almost the same nutrition value.

There are other foodgroups, including nightshades, that can also affect hypersensitive or allergenic people. Even more suspicious are dairy products. Stopping dairy intake will take away risk from those who can't tolerate it, but will also be a loss of a very easily accessible source of fat and protein. If anyone goes on a paleo diet, I highly recommend keeping butter.

[kreesey]

I have tried many diets, but cravings always seem to bring the weight back. I have lost 10 pounds on the Paleo Plan in a little over 2 weeks with no cravings. I do not even get hungry. Either water consumption or dairy elimination has eliminated constipation. This is a delicious and simple way to eat good food and feel good. I do keep a calorie diary and I do exercise.