What’s the deal with green beans?
I know what you’re thinking…how can a site dedicated to all things Paleo even include recipes with green beans – a legume! Aren’t legumes forbidden? What is this madness?!
Green beans are a legume
Give me a second to explain. Yes, green beans are indeed a legume. And, yes, legumes are not “Paleo.” That being said, green beans fall into a gray area of Paleo – kind of like grass-fed butter or fermented yogurt. We like what Michelle from Nom Nom Paleo says about green beans on the Paleo diet:
“Before anyone gets on my case about whether green beans are Paleo, I eat them when they’re in season because ...
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What is Teff?
What is Teff?
Teff is a grain that is native to Ethiopia. Maybe you’ve never heard of teff before. That wouldn’t necessarily be surprising. It’s relatively new on the nutrition scene in America even though the food is said to have originated between 4,000 BC and 1,000 BC. This grain, recently being touted for its superfood qualities, is traditionally used in making injera, an Ethiopian flatbread.
Is Teff Paleo?
Because teff is a grain, it is therefore not technically considered Paleo. Read more about why grains are excluded on the Paleo diet here.
That being said, teff is gluten free and many people consider it a good ...
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What is Tallow?
It can definitely be categorized as another one of those “buzzwords” that you might not have heard of until you entered the Paleo or primal world.
What is tallow?
Tallow is fat rendered from meat other than pork
- most commonly beef. Basically, pork is to
lard as beef is to tallow. Tallow is processed from the suet of an animal. Suet is the hard, nutrient-dense fat that surrounds the kidneys and loins. This fat is rendered (melted down), the impurities removed, and used as a high-quality cooking fat.
Why use tallow?
Tallow is often considered a must-have in many Paleo kitchens. This is for a number of reasons. First off, tallow has a ...
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Coconut Cream: Is it Paleo?
“Is Coconut Cream Paleo?”
Yes (when no sugars or fillers are added)
“What Is Coconut Cream?”
Sometimes a recipe may call for coconut cream instead of the more popular coconut milk. Is there a difference?
Yes! As the name implies, coconut cream has a much thicker consistency than coconut milk.
Coconut milk is made by cooking one part shredded coconut in one part water. The resulting milk is a liquid consistency and translucent color.
Coconut cream, on the other hand, is made by simmering four parts shredded coconut in one part water. What you get from this process is much richer and creamier than its milk counterpart. Sometimes you ...
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Gluten Free Beer: Is it Paleo?
“Is Gluten Free Beer Paleo?”
As much as I wish I could say “yes” for all the beer lovers out there, the answer is no. As with all alcohol, it is not Paleo. Not even close, actually.
“What’s The Deal With Gluten Free Beer?”
With the popularity of the gluten free diet increasing dramatically over the last few years, gluten free products, like bread, cereal, and even beer, are popping up everywhere.
Quite simply, gluten free beer still does not fall within the Paleo guidelines. Beer, even without gluten, is still grain-based. And, as we know, grains are one of the foundational food groups that the Paleo diet removes.
Grains ...
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What is MCT Oil?
Whether you’ve been in the Paleo world for a while or you’re a newcomer, you’ve probably heard some talk about MCTs or MCT oil thanks to the popularity of things like Bulletproof coffee and coconut oil.
What is MCT oil? What are the benefits? How do you incorporate it into your diet?
Let me lay out the facts for you...
What is MCT?
MCT stands for medium-chain triglycerides (also referred to as medium chain fatty acids). To fully understand MCT oil and its benefits, we first need to discuss the different types of fatty acids.
Types of Fats
Fats can be classified as one of three types depending on the chemical structure: short-chain ...
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FAQ: What are Nightshades?
One of the most frequent questions we get at Ultimate Paleo Guide is about nightshades. For most of the population, eating nightshades is completely fine. For people with autoimmune conditions or leaky gut, though, consuming these vegetables can cause incredibly painful symptoms.
Background
Nightshades fall into the plant family Solanaceae. While the Solanaceae family contains thousands of species of plants, most of them are considered inedible and even poisonous. Edible nightshades, while fewer in number, are quite common in our diets today. These include tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant, peppers (both hot and bell), and spices that ...
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Liquid Gold – The Scoop on Clarified Butter and Ghee
When I chose to live the Paleo life, I was suddenly pushed to cook with ingredients that I had never heard of before. Needless to say, I relied on Google (and Ultimate Paleo Guide, of course) A LOT. One of these mysterious ingredients was clarified butter and ghee.
What is it?
Clarified butter is butter with the milk solids and water removed. Ghee is incredibly similar to clarified butter; the only difference being that ghee is melted down a bit more than clarified butter giving it a nuttier flavor and aroma.
Although there are many Paleo proponents who advocate for the inclusion of grass-fed butter in the Paleo diet (more about that ...
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The Confusion About Potatoes
There is some confusion about whether or not potatoes are really paleo-friendly and that’s because they are starchy vegetables and they can be highly processed. But the truth is that potatoes have been consumed since ancient times because of their nutritional value and ability to boost energy levels. Because potatoes are pure starch, which will decompose into glucose, they provide healthy fuel for the body – these are the best carbs to eat when on the paleo diet. Remember you want to focus on consuming nutrient dense foods while eliminating foods that will cause inflammation and sensitivities. Well then, that’s exactly what you’re getting ...
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The Best Paleo Chocolate
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Hey, I know what you're thinking.
You love paleo, but you also love chocolate.
How do you decide between your love of chocolate and your love of staying primal and healthy?
I've got an answer for you...
Exactly. Paleo Chocolate.
Because (cue the good news), CHOCOLATE IS PALEO (don't believe me? check it out right here).
So yeah, you can have the best of both worlds. Chocolate + Paleo.
And there are a bunch of good options to choose from. Here are my personal favorites:
Fine and Raw
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Fine and Raw is based ...
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