Paleo Diet

Comment by Tanie on May 27, 2012 at 9:51pm

I don't know much about it. My understanding is meat, veggies, and fruit, right? What is their reasoning for this diet? I know that most nutritionists would agree that these types of foods are healthier than refined foods.... but I understand where you're coming from too. I think people should be educated about foods, nutrition, and health and then do what works for them. Maybe cutting out some food groups works for some people because they can't portion themselves well enough?

Comment by Cindy on May 27, 2012 at 10:11pm

Your 3rd sentence hit the nail on the head. I often think of trying some fancy diet like I used to in the past. I've thought of the 17-day diet, the Paleo diet, South Beach, Atkins, etc. In the end, yes, it is about eating the right kinds of foods (and enough to fuel your body) and controlling the portion size. I have too much trouble thinking about anything else that is restrictive or cuts out the right foods for the wrong (and scientifically inaccurate)  reasons.

Comment by Keem on May 28, 2012 at 8:56am

I agree that eliminating anything doesn't make sense.  You just have to do the lifestyle change along with portion control and common sense.

Maybe they're desperate for you to get on Paleo with them because then they're not alone and have support--maybe it's getting hard for them and they won't maintain it for long alone? Time will tell.

Comment by Nubia on May 28, 2012 at 3:47pm

I'm so glad!  I thought I was being a snob thinking about the Paleo diet.  You can't have potatoes (or at least one blogger said), wth?  Potatoes, they're awesome.  I think people just want a fix-it-all and they turn to fad diets.  In the end, it's complicated to keep up with them.  Way harder than just eating smart.  I don't know, maybe I'm too lazy to keep up with a strict diet.

Oooh, I do sound like a snob :p

Comment by BigTickles on May 31, 2012 at 11:38pm

Thanks for all the comments. Yeah, I just do not see the purpose of eliminating a whole food group. I wonder how long you can do that until your body revolts..hmm...

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