Becoming Healthier

Lately, I've been incredibly intrigued with the Paleo lifestyle. I fully believe that what medical doctors and the government are telling you is"healthy" and "good for you", is not. It's actually leading to your demise. Why do I believe it? Well, It makes sense. And I've tried the Paleo way,and I feel (and look) better because of it. I'm about to embark on my Whole30, so I've been doing a lot of research and recipe-hunting tonight. I'm inspired. I'm excited. And I can't wait for the challenge. I'll keep you posed on the progress.

So what is Paleo? Well here's a simple explanation that I found over at Dialed-In Nutrition. I think it's the easiest to understand:

The Caveman or Paleolithic Model For Nutrition

Modern diets are ill suited for our genetic composition. Evolution has not kept pace with advances in agriculture and food processing resulting in a plague of health problems for modern man. Coronary heart disease, diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis, obesity and psychological dysfunction have all been scientifically linked to a diet too high in refined or processed carbohydrate. Search "Google" for Paleolithic nutrition, or diet. The return is extensive, compelling, and fascinating. You will improve health, appearance and longevity when eating fresh, unprocessed whole foods

If you want to know more, I'd encourage you to "Google" it. Or pick up a book. Robb Wolf and Sarah Fragoso have been incredibly helpful in my learning and living of the Paleo lifestyle. They both have books and blogs and podcasts to help.

Hope you check it out, even if it's just to learn more.

Knowledge is power, people.