Paleo vs. Calorie Deficit..

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bikermike5094
bikermike5094 Posts: 1,752 Member
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which way will get quicker results?

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  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
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    Edit: Because I don't want to ruin your fun. Have at it.
  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
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    Paleo isn't about weight loss it's about eating "healthier" (as defined by those individuals on the diet). Often people lose weight by reducing their caloric intake because the increase in veggies and other less calorically (dude, it's a word now because I said so) dense foods.

    There are all sorts of ways to reduce your calories, pick the way you can stick with for the rest of your life, whatever it may be.
  • kjm3579
    kjm3579 Posts: 3,975 Member
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    You've got to remember to have a proper mix of heavy lifting with aerobic conditioning to get either to work properly!
  • bacitracin
    bacitracin Posts: 921 Member
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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgk-lA12FBk
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,397 MFP Moderator
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    Everyone,


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    OP, even if you are paleo, you still need a calorie deficit to create weight loss.
  • babymaddux
    babymaddux Posts: 209 Member
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    Paleo isn't about weight loss it's about eating "healthier" (as defined by those individuals on the diet). Often people lose weight by reducing their caloric intake because the increase in veggies and other less calorically (dude, it's a word now because I said so) dense foods.

    There are all sorts of ways to reduce your calories, pick the way you can stick with for the rest of your life, whatever it may be.

    this!
  • FredDoyle
    FredDoyle Posts: 2,273 Member
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    nvm
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
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    Sort of comparing apples and oranges.

    It's like saying "what's the best way to get to work - a red car, or driving?"

    Paleo is a specific diet Calorie deficit is what leads to weight loss (regardless of specific foods eaten).
  • LondonEliza
    LondonEliza Posts: 456 Member
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    Define results:
    Do you want to get fitter?
    Do you want to get stronger?
    Do you want more muscle definition?
    Do you want to lose weight?
  • monty619
    monty619 Posts: 1,308 Member
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    neither.... tracking macros and calories will give you best results.
  • thatsnumberwang
    thatsnumberwang Posts: 398 Member
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    Sort of comparing apples and oranges.

    It's like saying "what's the best way to get to work - a red car, or driving?"

    Paleo is a specific diet Calorie deficit is what leads to weight loss (regardless of specific foods eaten).

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  • clarkeje1
    clarkeje1 Posts: 1,634 Member
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    both
  • Ta2dchic20
    Ta2dchic20 Posts: 376 Member
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    I have friends doing the paleo diet, they love it but have a hard time sticking to the restrictions. I'm doing the calorie deficit and doing pretty well. It all depends what you're looking for. Good luck!
  • WhoTheHellIsBen
    WhoTheHellIsBen Posts: 1,238 Member
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    hot dogs + sharp cheddar + lean hamburg + Thick cut hickory bacon + Sweet Baby rays bbq sauce + TURTLE BURGERS!

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    not paleo but can be calorie deficit I think the answer is clear
  • Admiral_Derp
    Admiral_Derp Posts: 866 Member
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    I wrote a post yesterday about my experience with both that you can check out if you'd like. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/880675-primal-vs-dirty-or-the-very-bro-est-of-sciences
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
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    Sort of comparing apples and oranges.

    It's like saying "what's the best way to get to work - a red car, or driving?"

    Paleo is a specific diet Calorie deficit is what leads to weight loss (regardless of specific foods eaten).


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  • BaDaSsBrUnEtTe
    BaDaSsBrUnEtTe Posts: 518 Member
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    hot dogs + sharp cheddar + lean hamburg + Thick cut hickory bacon + Sweet Baby rays bbq sauce + TURTLE BURGERS!

    turtleburger_zpsd3c3ca9c.jpg


    not paleo but can be calorie deficit I think the answer is clear
    I have never seen such a thing...truly amazing
  • WhoTheHellIsBen
    WhoTheHellIsBen Posts: 1,238 Member
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    goes great with Meatloaf!

    hot dogs + sharp cheddar + lean hamburg + Thick cut hickory bacon + Sweet Baby rays bbq sauce + TURTLE BURGERS!

    turtleburger_zpsd3c3ca9c.jpg

    made mac n cheese with bacon bits stuffed jalapeno meatloaf wrapped in apple cider cured BACON!! It...was...epic!!!!

    BACONLoaf_zps388e4620.jpg
  • Joreanasaurous
    Joreanasaurous Posts: 1,384 Member
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    goes great with Meatloaf!

    hot dogs + sharp cheddar + lean hamburg + Thick cut hickory bacon + Sweet Baby rays bbq sauce + TURTLE BURGERS!

    turtleburger_zpsd3c3ca9c.jpg

    made mac n cheese with bacon bits stuffed jalapeno meatloaf wrapped in apple cider cured BACON!! It...was...epic!!!!

    BACONLoaf_zps388e4620.jpg

    You need to stop posting this. It is making me so hungry. Mmmm bacon.
  • polarsjewel
    polarsjewel Posts: 1,726 Member
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    hot dogs + sharp cheddar + lean hamburg + Thick cut hickory bacon + Sweet Baby rays bbq sauce + TURTLE BURGERS!

    turtleburger_zpsd3c3ca9c.jpg


    not paleo but can be calorie deficit I think the answer is clear

    this is all sorts of amazing!

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