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and it will help you lose weight, build muscle, and get in
A BEGINNERS GUIDE TO the best shape of your life.
THE PALEO DIET
I know, that sounds like an ad for some really shady
My name is Steve Kamb, I run NerdFitness.com, I hate supplement or diet book that youd see on TV at 4 am.
counting calories. Its not, it works. Its helped many people achieve jaw-
dropping transformations, including my friend Saint
I dont like keeping track of how much Ive eaten or (whose story you can read here).
obsessing over how many grams of a particular nutrient
Ive had. Not only do I hate counting calories, but I know Im talking about the Paleo Diet.
that calories are really only half of the battle, as theyre
not all created equal400 calories of Doritos do NOT The Paleo Diet is an effort to eat like we used to back in
affect your body in the same way as 400 calories of high- the day... WAY back in the day. If a caveman couldnt eat
quality vegetables and protein. it, neither can you.
Fortunately, if you can expand your horizons and remove Cue the Baltimora!
certain types of food from your diet, you can stop
worrying about counting calories FOREVER (sorry, the
Countah ah ah). Id love to suggest a particular type of
eating that doesnt require counting a single calorie. Oh,
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thousands of years ago, before Nike, Capn Crunch, and
SO, HOW DOES THE PALEO Healthy Choice meals, our ancient ancestors thrived as
DIET WORK? hunter-gatherers. Although its been a really long time,
our genetics havent changed that much since then.
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99.5 yards are how long Homo-Sapiens spent as hunter- biologically designed to eat, allowing us to tap into our
gatherers. As they became REALLY good at hunting genetic potential and start living healthier immediately.
and gathering our bodies adapted to that lifestyle over
thousands of years. That last half-yard represents our
species after the agricultural revolution, where our diet
has shifted (but our genetics havent).
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definitive guide to grains article: grains cause kind of
WTF IS THE PALEO DIET? a funky response in our system. Grains are composed of
carbohydrates, and those carbs are turned into glucose
(a type of sugar) in our system to be used for energy
and various other tasks to help our body functionany
glucose that isnt used as energy is stored as fat.
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Unfortunately, those lowfat meals that are loaded
from consuming gluten: dermatitis, joint pain, re- with sugarprocessed foods are whats making you fat.
productive problems, acid reflux, and more.
So, no grains, no sugar, no processed foods. Many studies
Lectins are natural toxins exist within grains to have shown that an incredible number of diseases and
defend against consumption! Yup. Grains have lifestyle issues can be reversed with these three simple
evolved to keep themselves from being eaten by changes. Take a look at this Time Magazine article on
us. These lectins are not a fan of our gastrointes- cancer patients who switched to a zero-sugar diet and
tinal tract, prevent the tract from repairing itself saw positive results.
from normal wear and tear. This can cause all kinds
of damage.
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take stored fat and burn THAT for energy in a process
BUT WHERE'S MY ENERGY? called ketogenesis.
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The other great thing about vegetables is that it is
SO ALL CARBS ARE BAD? incredibly difficult to eat too many of them. Theyre
incredibly nutrient dense and calorie light six servings
of broccoli (and who would eat 6 servings at once?) has
180 calories and only 36 grams of carbs. A single serving
of pasta (and NOBODY eats just one, tiny serving of pasta)
has 200 calories and 42 grams of carbs.
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As with grains, our bodies just werent designed for
WHAT ABOUT DAIRY? massive dairy consumption, especially as we get older.
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SO NO GRAINS, NO DAIRY: Fruits: Have natural sugar, and can be higher in
WHAT DO I GET EAT ON calories, so limit if youre trying to lose weight.
Nuts: High in calories, so theyre good for a snack,
THIS DIET? but dont eat bags and bags of them.
Tuber: Sweet potatoes and yams. Higher in calories
Okay, so if we cut out the grains, almost all processed
and carbs, so these are good for right after a work-
foods, and dairy, youre left with only things that occur
out to replenish your glycogen levels.
naturally:
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and never really feel full), youd have to eat 2-3 Mack
HOW COME I WON'T GET trucks full of broccoli and spinach. Okay, thats clearly an
FAT? over-exaggeration, but you get the point. A GIANT plate
of vegetables and a reasonable portion of meat can keep
you full for hours, while eating carb-heavy foods can
result in being hungry again soon after.
I like success.
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and want to start turning your life around today, why not
BUT I CAN'T GIVE UP MY give it a shot for 30 days?
(MUFFIN, PASTA, BAGEL,
JUST TRY IT: If after 30 days you havent noticed a marked
PIZZA, BREAD)! improvement in your quest for a better life, then go back
to the donuts. Its important to give yourself a full 30 days
before passing judgment. Your body has to adjust from
fueling itself on carbs and sugar to burning your stored
fat for energy, which can take a few weeks.
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Now, fruit does have quite a bit of sugar in it, and nuts
HOW MUCH SHOULD I EAT have quite a few caloriesso if you are following the
OF EACH NUTRIENT? Paleo Diet but not losing weight, check your fruit and nut
consumption and see if you are loading up on those at
the expense of vegetables and healthy protein.
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Why has fat been vilified? Rather than get into the politics
BAAAAACK UP: I THOUGHT of it myself, Ill let Gary Taubes, author of the incredibly
FAT MADE YOU FAT? thorough and well-researched Good Calories, Bad
Calories take over. Heres an article he wrote for the New
York Times a decade ago: What if its all Been a Big Fat Lie?
Take the 15 minutes to read that article it could radically
redefine your thinking on fat and carbohydrates.
So, feel free to eat healthy fats, and stop buying low fat
garbage.
Pooooooor fat. Its gotten a bad rap over the past number
of decades, so companies have been doing everything
possible to make everything low fat and healthy! (while
adding all sorts of preservatives, chemicals, and sugar).
Yupcut out the fat, increase the carbs.and look where
THAT has gotten us.
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Dont worry about eating every three hoursour
DO I NEED TO EAT EVERY metabolisms arent that smart.
THREE HOURS?
Sometimes, its even okay to skip a meal or two, as long
as you dont go berserk and eat 7 pizzas because youre
so hungry afterward.
Nope. Eat when youre hungry, dont eat when youre not.
Going again back to our evolutionary history, we didnt
always have the luxury of going to a vending machine or
drive-through window to pick up food. Sometimes wed
go all day long, or even days at a time, without finding any
food. Luckily, were designed to use our excess fat stores
as energy in these situations.
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chicken, and grass-fed beef, these products can be a
WHAT ARE THE bit more expensive in conventional stores due to the
CRITICISMS OF THIS DIET? processes needed to get them there. If you cant afford
grass-fed beef, do the best you can and just get the
The main criticism that I continue to come across is that normal kind.
its fear mongering and vilifying grains in the same way
that fats have been vilified. However, farmers markets often have well-priced meats,
eggs, fruits, and vegetables that are locally grown and
incredibly healthy. Even if youre spending a little more
If you really want to drive yourself mad, go spend 30 money than before, when you factor in your overall
minutes reading the comments on Tim Ferriss and Robb health, spending a few extra bucks on healthier food
Wolfs highly entertaining article about the Paleo Diet now is a wiser investment than thousands later on costly
its a bunch of dietitians yelling back and forth at each medical expenses.
other citing different studies and sources and then calling
each other wackjobs. Its tough to eat Paleo in todays society! A normal
breakfast in the US consists of bagels, muffins, toast,
If youre not careful, this type of diet can get expensive. cereal, or donuts. NONE of those things have any
But as we know, with a little research, we can make nutritional value, theyre loaded with tons of carbs and
eating healthy incredibly affordable. Admittedly, while I calories, and are composed of processed grains that can
recommend eating organic fruits and veggies, free range jack up your stomach. Eating out at restaurants can get
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tough, and paleo-approved is not something youll debate from Nerd Fitness, check out this article about the
usually find on a menu. Eating in this manner requires debunking of the Paleo Diet, and this one on a how to
careful planning and tons of willpower, but it can be done go Paleo-ish.
if youre dedicated.
But this is just a meat diet, and eating all meat is bad!
But cavemen had short lifespans! We live way longer First of all, consider your sources and do your research
nowI agree with you here, but only because you dont before jumping to the conclusions. Next, this is not an
have to deal with the dangers of living back then. Give all meat diet or zero carb diet like Atkins. The biggest
those hunter-gatherers access to modern technology component of the Paleo Diet? Vegetables! Every meal
and medicine and I bet their lifespan would easily surpass in a true Paleo diet has a moderate amount of healthy
ours. (properly raised chicken, grass-fed beef, hormone
free, etc.) meat combined with nutritious veggies or a
Lastly, there are those that claim that all of this were moderate amount of fruit.
not designed to eat grains stuff is garbagethat plenty
of societies around the world consume grains and arent
fat and unhealthy like us. The China Study is frequently
cited when criticizing the Paleo Diethere are some
essays, reviews, and a debate between the author of the
Paleo Diet and the author of the China Study that might
help you reach a decision. And for more on the Paleo Diet
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I could cite sources about how the Paleo Diet has
MEH, I'M STILL NOT changed peoples lives or even saved this Doctors life
CONVINCED (must watch!), but instead I just ask you to try it and then
judge for yourself.
The human body is so incredibly complex that I doubt Take a picture of yourself now, and then another 30 days
well ever have a definitive answer on the best possible from now.
diet. This one might sound like a fad to you, or its too
restrictive, complicated, etc. I bet youll be surprised.
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without grains. In that time we learned to thrive as a
WHAT DOES STEVE THINK species without grains (or else we wouldnt be here).
ABOUT THE PALEO DIET?
The other reason Im a fan is because you can eat what
you want (provided its paleo), when you want, and eat a
lot more than if you were eating processed grains (while
still eating a caloric deficit!). Eat a huge breakfast, skip
lunch, and a big dinner. Eat a small breakfast, two snacks,
and then dinner. Do whatever makes you happy and fits
in your schedule. I like this kind of stress-free eating.
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love this diet because I know it WORKS. I know people
that have lost incredible amounts of weight and changed
their lives within a matter of months.
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Marks Daily Apple: Easily the most comprehensive
OK, I'M INTRIGUED, WHERE resource on the Internet for the Paleo DietMark writes
CAN I GET MORE INFO? an article every weekday about everything Paleo, and
it usually blows me away. Some of the posts can get
overwhelming, so I suggest starting with his Primal
Blueprint 101.
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Robb Wolf: Another great resource, and a guy Ive
The Rebel Fitness Guide: Yup, tooting my own horn already referenced in this article multiple times. Check
here. Im a fan of the Paleo diet, but i know it can be out his site for a comprehensive FAQ on all things
intimidating, so Ive created a diet philosophy that Paleo, a shopping list PDF (right-click and save), and
allows you to slowly ease into the Paleo lifestyle. I plenty of humor.
still include resources for vegans and vegetarians
if thats your thing, but I focused on making this The Paleo Solution: Robbs book seriously had me
whole diet thing enjoyable and educational. laughing out loud at certain pointsnot bad for a
book on diet! It is a little less forgiving than Marks
book above, but its still a great read.
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his site. Pick something on the list, go buy the ingredients,
PALEO RECIPES? and follow the instructions! So easy even a caveman can
do it.
Nerd Fitness: Start with a Nerd Fitness approved basic
Paleo meal or move on to something more fun like Paleo
So youre ready to eat Paleo, but you dont know how
spaghetti.
to cook anything, huh? Have no fear, the Internet is a
wonderful place.
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For some people this helps them stay on track, when for
EASING INTO IT others it can be derailing. That will be up to you.
Maybe youre ready to try out this Paleo lifestyle, but you
Get rid of the temptationif youre gonna go at this thing
cant commit fullythere are certain foods you refuse to
with a full head of steam, remove all the junk food from
give up, or you cant afford to buy grass-fed beef at the
your house. Its going to take a few weeks for your body
moment. Thats okay! If you can even make a few small
to adjust to burning fat instead of glucose, and you might
changes here and there (cut out liquid calories, switch
want to eat poorly here and there. If theres no food in
out your rice for steamed vegetables, cut back on bread,
your house to tempt you, it will be much easier to stay
etc) youll start to see some changes. Remember, 20%
on target.
healthier is better than 0% healthieras you get more
comfortable with the changes you can increase that
percentage. Remember, in the Nerd Fitness
Academy, weve created a step by step
One method (the one I like) is the 80% methodeat really way to slowly ease into the Paleo Diet,
well during the week (all paleo), and then give yourself
using baby steps that make the transition not
a day on the weekend to eat whatever you wantpizza,
only easier, but seem like youre not making any
ice cream, cheeseburgers, bagels, etc. Get it out of your
changes at all.
system on that one day, and then get back on track the
next day.
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WHAT ARE YOUR Remember, one of the major Rules of the Rebellion is to
EXPERIENCES OR question everything!
THOUGHTS?
Your turn.
Have you tried the Paleo Diet? What was your experience
like? Have a criticism of the diet that I didnt cover before?
Do you have another paleo recipe resource? Join the
discussion on NerdFitness.com!
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