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Paleo Diet in Arlington, VA

Paleo Diet in Arlington, VA

The Paleolithic Period was between 2.5 million and 10,000 years ago, a time prior to agriculture and domesticated animals. Our ancestors did not have guaranteed meals from self-sustained farms and were therefore completely dependent on their environment. They picked berries and fruits and dug to find root vegetables. These high fiber foods were only half of their diet; the other half was protein. Once they figured out how to generate and use tools, they developed fishing lines and used nets and spears to hunt for their prey.

The modern diet is full of trans fat, processed food and plenty of salt and sugar, making food for taste rather than for energy and overall health. The Paleo diet's objective is to return to the food choices made by our ancestors. This means adopting the diet that nature intended by primarily consuming protein, fiber and healthy fats.

Get started with the Paleo diet under the guidance of a nutritional specialist in Arlington. Call (703) 822-5003 or contact Proactive Wellness Center online.

The Fundamentals of the Paleo Diet

The Paleo diet focuses on lessening the body's glycemic load (the rate at which your blood glucose level rises after eating food), balancing saturated and unsaturated fats and elevating the amount of nutrients consumed through food. To accomplish this, fresh, unprocessed foods are critical in addition to an increased consumption of fruit, vegetables and lean meats. Food generally found in unrefrigerated sections of the grocery store are avoided all-together.

Foods to Include Foods to Exclude
Eggs Dairy
Seeds Grains
Nuts Processed foods and refined sugars
Fresh fruit Legumes
Fresh vegetables Starches
Grass-fed meat Salt
Fish and seafood Vegetable and hydrogenated oils
Healthy fats and oils (olive, coconut and flaxseed oils) Artificial ingredients such as corn syrup and preservatives

Paleo Diet Benefits

By adhering to the Paleo diet you in turn receive an increased intake of vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants from the healthy foods added into the diet. Numerous scientific studies show the ability of the Paleo diet to support:

  • Weight loss
  • Balanced inflammation
  • Autoimmunity
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Skin health

The Paleo diet does not require you to count calories; instead, it focuses on the quality of food consumed and only eating when you feel hungry. Since this diet is rich in protein and plant-based food, it is likely you will feel fuller faster and you will not experience the cravings associated with sugar consumption.

Why the Paleo Diet Works

Many misinterpret the Paleo diet. It's not simply an overly-restrictive meat-based diet. Rather, Paleo dieters seek a level of quality in the foods they consume, excluding foods that are processed and which contain unnatural additives. As a result, you are getting solely the nutrients you need, not the excess trans fats and heavy sugars that compromise your health. This new nutritional mindset helps Paleo eaters to see food as fuel, providing more energy to increase physical activity and mental clarity.

Before embarking on a Paleolithic journey, be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of starting any new diet plan. Your healthcare provider may recommend adding various dietary supplements into the diet to fulfill any nutrient needs not being met.

Request more information about the Paleo diet today. Call (703) 822-5003 or contact Proactive Wellness Center online.

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