Help with Paleo please

shanna0413

Hello everyone! I have recently been reading about the Paleo diet and I am very intrigued by it. I have a very bad milk allergy that cause the skin on my hands, wrist and legs to beak out in a rash. So I have cut out milk, butter, yogurt, cheese, ice cream etc of my diet. I have been working on cutting out processed foods as well. Box meals, tv dinners things like that. I'd like to work my way to cutting out noodles, breads, rice, grains etc. How did you do it? Did you go small and take your time? Or jump in completely and all at once? I dont think I can do the all at once things due to money and being a bit overwhelmed. But does starting slow, make a difference? I would think it does, after all a little is better than none right? If you cant afford grass fed beef is it ok to eat regular? How strict are the rules? And finally (I think lol) did you notice changes in your body (weight loss, better moods, sleeping better) right away or did it take time? Or did you not see any changes? Thank you fo all the help.

trixirn

Just don't buy any more non paleo foods at your next shop. Soon your fridge/pantry will be all paleo.

trixirn

also look at everydaypaleo.com

tracytoots

I did it all at once, but I made sure I was ready before I did it (grocery shopping done, meals planned, etc). I didn't see any weight results unless I also tracked overall calories and exercise, but after about a week I already felt better overall. I can't see ever going back. 60 days in so far. I read the Robb Wolf book before I started to prepare and after I started I also read Paleo Diet for Athletes. There are tons of recipes online.

chammich

Go to the groups section on here and type in Paleo..there are a few wonderful groups that I have met. I also don't eat dairy and my skin is alot better. My hormones are better for that TOM. I am in alot better mood and have more energy.

Make sure you research foods, plan ahead, and cook in bulk. You can add me as a friend if you would like. I have about a thousand recipes saved.

shanna0413

Is primal similar just less restictive? This is what I heard from someone.

jessiepilot

I jumped cold-turkey into Primal weeks ago and I feel fantastic - check out marksdailyapple.com if anyone is interested in it - it is a little less restrictive - I still have cheese and occasionally quinoa but nothing processed ever.

runlaugheatpie

I'm on a modified paleo diet at the moment, no grains or non-veg carbs mixed with protein/veg/fat. First week was tough now it's ok. I did try to eat whole wheat pasta after 3 weeks and my belly had a really hard time processing it so now i have my own proof! There is some planning and prepping involved but cooking extra dinner will help with next day lunches. I would just make the changes as soon as possible. Robb Wolf has a shopping list on his site too (the paleo solutiion FAQ) just start buying what you can and jump in.

According to the gym scale I have lost 1.5kg in 4 weeks but dont let that be your true guideline. I also have added magnesium citrate and stop with electronics half hour before bedtime so i am sleeping better and have more energy. This in combination with eating well definitely helps.

spngebobmyhero

I'm primal (dairy is allowed, but since you can't eat it anyways, its not important!). I took it slowly, cut out all wheat, then grains, then sugar (still slip up on that one).

If you can't afford grassfed beef, buy leaner cuts of meat and cook them in coconut oil.

sco8462

I worked with a nutritionist years ago, so I didn't follow a particular plan, but she had me cut out anything processed and since then I've spent countless hours looking for ways to substitute this for that. I have found that cauliflower is the wonder non-carb for replacing rice and mashed potatoes. I'm not a fan of the sugar substitute-type products, but I do love sweets, so I get the flavored stevia/splenda, which kind of hides the chemical taste, and the dark, dark chocolate. I also found that my body doesn't like lactose. I don't have the reaction you do, I don't digest it well. I switched out for soy. Switching things out and finding alternatives is weird at first, but now I find I prefer the taste and can tell when someone uses olive oil or butter or milk. Good luck.

purplerain011

I went primal in January, cold turkey. I am an all or nothing type of person. I have a ton of energy and my endurance has improved alot. I even started running (C25K). it really makes all the difference

capnwo85

jonski1968

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jonski1968

Hi all...Some low carb veggies below. All can be found here. http://kitchen-parade-veggieventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/how-many-carbs-are-in-vegetables.html
Along with loads of clickable recipes

Unless specified, Net Carbs are based on a serving size of 1/4 pound of the raw Vegetable


Zero Net Carb Vegetables
Endive

One Net Carb Vegetables
Bok Choy
Broccoli Raab
Celery

Two Net Carb Vegetables
Arugula
Asparagus
Chard
Chayote
Eggplant
Hearts of Palm
Jicama
Lettuce
Radishes
Spinach

Three Net Carb Vegetables
Bell Peppers Green
Cabbage, Green & Savoy
Cauliflower
Cucumber
Daikon
Kohlrabi
Mushrooms, Button
Pumpkin Puree (1 cup)
Rhubarb
Summer Squash
Zucchini

Four Net Carb Vegetables
Avocado, California (1 cup)
Fennel
Green Beans
Mushrooms, Crimini & Oyster
Okra
Radicchio
Tomatoes

Five Net Carb Vegetables
Avocado, Florida (1 Cup)
Bell Peppers, Red
Broccoli
Edamame (1/2 cup)
Mushrooms, Enoki
Tomatillo
Turnips

Six Net Carb Vegetables
Artichoke (1 choke)
Bell Peppers, Yellow
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage, Red
Corn (ear)
Snow Peas
Sugar Snap Peas
Pumpkin
Rutabagas


Eight Net Carb Vegetables
Beets
Carrots
Celeriac
Edamame
Winter Squash

Nine Net Carb Vegetables
Onion
Kale

Ten Net Carb Vegetables
Peas, Green

NETCARB 11 - 15
Winter Squash, Butternut (NetCarb 11)
Leeks (NetCarb 12) Parsnips (NetCarb 14) Lima Beans, Fordhooks (NetCarb 15)
Potatoes, White-Skinned (NetCarb 15)

NETCARB 16-20
Potatoes, Red-Skinned (NetCarb 16) Sweet Potatoes (NetCarb 17)
Corn (NetCarb 18) Jerusalem Artichokes (NetCarb 18) Potatoes, Russet (NetCarb 19)

NETCARB 21+
Garbanzo Beans (NetCarb 21)
Lima Beans, Baby (NetCarb 21)
Sun-Dried Tomatoes (no oil) (NetCarb 49)