Are Grains Paleo?
One of the most common (and easy to answer) questions we get here at UPG is this:
Are grains paleo?
Well, we've got a short and a long answer for you in this deep dive into grains and the paleo diet.
The Short Answer
No.
Got it? Good.
The Long Answer
Okay, so you want a little bit more detail. Here's the deal.
Despite the inclusion of a mountain of grains in both the US government's food pyramid and the SAD (Standard American Diet), grains aren't that great for you.
They're just not.
There are several problems with grains but we'll focus on just two:
Carbohydrate content
Anti-nutrients
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Archives for February 2014
Pastrami Wraps
This is a simple meal which can be used as a snack or a starter. It's quick and easy to put together, and tastes great. Change the ingredients up a bit to tailor it to your personal tastes.
Pastrami Wraps
4 oz Pastrami1 Head green leafy lettuce ((or radicchio))8 tsp Brown mustard30 Dill pickle chips1/4 Purple onion ((thinly sliced))
Rinse and trim lettuce, and lay out flat in sheets.Place two pieces of pastrami on each sheet of lettuce.Top with thinly sliced onion, pickles, and half a tsp of brown mustard.Roll, secure with toothpicks if desired, and enjoy! ...
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Paleo Vanilla Latte
This latte was the perfect compliment to a cozy blanket and a book until the caffeine kicked in and now I was suddenly ready to seize the day!
Paleo Vanilla Latte
1 Pot of freshly brewed coffee1/2 Lite coconut milk ((can))1 tsp Vanilla extract2 Stevia ((packets))Cinnamon
Using either a hand blender or a KitchenAid mixer, whip coconut milk, vanilla and one packet of Stevia for two minutes.Pour coffee and Stevia into a mug. Be sure to leave one inch of space below the rim.Slowly pour whipped coconut milk into coffee.Create adorable latte art and top with cinnamon.Seize the day.
To cut back on the fat, I used ...
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Paleo Butter Biscuits
These baked treats will satisfy your sweet tooth, and may well convince all of your friends that paleo ain't so bad! Bake a big batch, and share the paleo goodness around. Or keep them all to yourself, and feel smug for knowing how to bake such healthy biscuits!
Paleo Butter Biscuits
2 c Almond flour3 tbsp Coconut flour1/4 c Butter3 Eggs ((whisked))1/2 tsp Baking soda1/4 tsp Salt2 tbsp Organic coconut sugar ((optional))
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Add all the dry ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl. Combine well with a fork.Whisk eggs in another bowl, and add to dry ingredients.Pour warm (not hot) melted butter ...
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How To Eat Out & Be Sociable While Eating Paleo
Making any big lifestyle change can be tough, and eating paleo when no one else in your circle of friends does is no exception.
Your friends don't always understand, they might make jokes, and it can be tough to hang out with them while they're all going out, partying, having nights out, or going to their favorite restaurants.
Sometimes it feels like your only option is to sit at home and eat chicken and broccoli.
But don't worry - there's good news. You don't have to give up your social life or be the "weirdo" who's trying to be a caveman.
You can be paleo and sociable at the same time. Here's how.
Know Your Foods
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Stuffed Acorn Squash
Yet another delicious and filling meal that's perfect for colder weather. This is a meal that almost everyone will love. Seconds all round!
Stuffed Acorn Squash
1/2 lb Beef1 Acorn squash ((halved)1 tbsp garlic ((minced))1/2 Onion ((small, diced))1 tsp Italian seasoning1 tsp Salt1 tsp Fresh cracked pepper1 tsp Coconut oil
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Place squash halves face down on baking sheet, and bake for 60 minutes or until tender.While squash is baking, warm coconut oil (or other cooking fat) in skillet. Add garlic and onion, and heat until fragrant.Add beef to skillet, and brown.Remove squash from oven, and allow to ...
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Paleo Diet Breakfast Hash Recipe
Paleo Diet Breakfast Hash Recipe
So you need another solid paleo diet breakfast recipe, huh? Well, we've got you covered...
Vic Magary teamed up with Hilah Cooking to bring you this delicious paleo hash recipe. You'll love it.
You'll want to get the full experience & watch the video below, but if you need the details, we've included them farther down as well. Eat up!
Paleo Diet Breakfast Hash Recipe with Vic Magary & Hilah Cooking
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lo4CmAMhKL4
How To Make Easy Paleo Diet Breakfast Hash
Easy Paleo Diet Breakfast Hash
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Coconut Citrus Salad Dressing
In the paleo world, we tend to eat a ton of salad. Recently I’ve discovered that I love making my own dressings to spice up my green love affair.
Many dressings call for a ratio of 3:1 for EVOO and vinegar with an array of spices and a splash of a citrus. My challenge to myself was to work out how to make the dressing less fatty by taking out some of the oil without having my taste buds get sucker-punched by an overly acid vinegar/citrus taste. In this recipe, I found that substituting part of the oil with coconut milk delivered the nutritional change I was seeking without compromising on the taste.
P.S. This is not only delicious as ...
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Sweet Potato Bacon Egg Salad
Back before you went paleo, you might have enjoyed the odd bit of potato salad, but little did you know that you were missing out. You hadn't tried our Sweet Potato Bacon Egg Salad! This salad contains all of our favorites, and is interesting enough to tempt even the most salad-averse among us!
Sweet Potato Bacon Egg Salad
Salad1 Sweet potato ((diced))6 pieces bacon ((chopped))2 Eggs ((hard boiled and cubed))Dressing1/2 c Coconut milk1 tbsp Dill ((dried))2 tbsp Juice from 1/2 lemon1 tbsp Yellow mustard1/2 tsp Salt1 tsp Onion powder
Boil eggs, remove shells, and cube.Brown bacon until crisp, and chop roughly.Using ...
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How To Eat Paleo With Kids
So you've made the transition to paleo but need help convincing your kids to get excited about it.
Spoiler Alert: It's not going to be easy.
That said, it doesn't have to be impossible. Eating paleo with your kids can be fun and easy. Here's how.
Don't Make A Big Deal About It
You're a parent, so your kids will automatically assume anything you do is simultaneously uncool and a terrible idea.
So, if you decide to look up from dinner one night and exclaim:
"THAT'S IT! WE'RE ALL EATING 100% PALEO STARTING TODAY! ANY QUESTIONS?"
You're likely to end up with a bunch of faces staring back at you and your kids wondering why you're ...
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