The Paleo Diet

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Which of the following is NOT included in a strict paleo diet?

  • Dairy products (correct)
  • Legumes
  • Processed foods
  • Grains and pseudo-grains

What are some health benefits of a paleo diet?

  • Reduced inflammation
  • Better blood sugar control
  • Reduced cravings
  • All of the above (correct)

What should half of your plate consist of in a paleo diet?

  • Protein
  • Non-starchy vegetables (correct)
  • Healthy fats
  • Starchy vegetables

What percentage of a paleo diet is usually protein?

<p>30% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored while on a paleo diet?

<p>Blood work and biofeedback (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential pitfall to avoid while on a paleo diet?

<p>Adding in too much fat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the paleo diet?

<p>A diet that excludes processed foods, grains, legumes, dairy and vegetable oil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some key features of the paleo diet?

<p>Focus on grass-fed organic meat and organic fruits and vegetables (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the paleo diet gain popularity?

<p>Because of its simplicity, health benefits, and eco consciousness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a strict paleo diet?

<p>A diet that is limited to grass-fed or wild meat, especially organ meats and fattier cuts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the foods excluded from the paleo diet?

<p>Processed foods, grains, legumes, and dairy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can followers of the paleo diet do to tailor it to their needs, habits, and goals?

<p>They can tailor the paleo diet to fit their needs, habits, and goals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common mistake when following a paleo diet?

<p>Eating too many charred or processed meats (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why it can be difficult to stay on a paleo diet?

<p>Lack of availability of compliant groceries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did hunter-gatherers consider organ meats as the most nutritious parts of animals?

<p>They contained more nutrients (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the charring, smoking, and processing of meat potentially cause?

<p>Inflammation and oxidative stress (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended percentage of time to follow a paleo structure?

<p>80% to 90% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which supplement can help support digestion while on a paleo diet?

<p>MassZymes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which supplement can help you digest fats and maintain high energy levels on a paleo diet?

<p>KApex (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which supplement can help ensure that you get enough magnesium on a paleo diet?

<p>Magnesium Breakthrough (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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