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Paleo Diet by Edie Vlooswyk The Paleo diet is based on how our ancestors ate. Followers of this diet eat food in its original state, how foods look in nature. That means saying “no” to processed foods - anything found in the middle of the grocery store, usually in brightly colored packaging. fatty acids needed for production of hormones, healthy skin and transportation of vitamins A,D,E and K. Carbohydrates are an important energy source for working muscles, the brain and nervous tissue. The high protein is essential in building and repairing muscles tendons and ligaments. Our ancestors were without some of the modern diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and obesity. Today one can improve their health without calorie counting by eating closer to this form of “clean eating.” This means that your daily diet will primarily consist of meat and fish, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and nuts and seeds. Oils are also typically allowed in moderation. Foods to be avoided include dairy products, cereal grains, legumes, starchy vegetables, fatty meats, sugar, soy, alcohol, white potatoes, and foods that are very high in salt content (such as processed meat products and salted nuts). If you are committed to your health, the Paleo diet allows you to savor flavorful foods in a natural way. With commitment, the change to following Paleo guidelines can be achieved. I don’t promise it will be easy - but it will be worth it. I find that a lot of my clients enjoy comfort meals like the Mango chicken with coconut cauliflower rice recipe by Bodybuilding.com. This recipe is high in calories, fat, carbs and protein, but that makes this recipe a fabulous post-workout meal for proper muscle repair. It is high in fat, which provides the 31. Most of us would benefit from eating Paleo, food closer to its natural state and dense in nutrients. Those in the bodybuilding industry would also benefit due to the high protein, fibrous vegetables and Omega 3’s. Edie Vlooswyk Certified Personal Trainer / Nutrition Advisor 403 519 0755 | [email protected]