Just like any other diet plan, Paleo diet might appear to be bland and almost-impossible-to-follow on the surface, precisely because of the fact that it needs you to abide by many restrictions.
But there is a basic mantra to add zing to the Paleo diet. These include:
- Keeping a comprehensive ‘Foods to eat’ list handy while planning meals
- Keeping some cooking tips handy and employing them to churn out exotic dishes.
- Experimenting with the ingredients.
Meat
You can have almost all types of meats while following the Paleo diet, but stay away from processed meat and meats that are high in fat. When you are buying meats, check for the added ingredients- the meat should be devoid of artificial flavors and seasonings. You can consider having:- Poultry
- Chicken Breast
- Chicken Thigh
- Chicken Leg
- Chicken Wings
- Turkey (lean cuts)
- Pork (lean cuts)
- Pork Tenderloin
- Pork Chops
- Steak
- Veal
- Bacon
- Ground Beef
- Grass Fed Beef
- Beef Jerky
- Lamb rack
- Clams
- Venison Steaks
- New York Steak
- Buffalo
- Bison
- Bison Steaks
- Bison Jerky
- Bison Ribeye
- Bison Sirloin
- Lamb Chops
- Rabbit
- Goat
- Elk
- Emu
- Goose
- Kangaroo
- Wild Boar
- Reindeer
- Turtle
- Ostrich
- Pheasant
- Quail
- Chuck Steak
Fish
The fatty acid content of fish has many far reaching health benefits. It helps in lessening the risk of developing cardio vascular diseases. Also, the polyunsaturated fatty acids found in many fish might prevent damage to brain cells .If you are on Paleo diet, you can have fish like:
- Bass
- Salmon
- Tuna
- Sardines
- Halibut
- Mackerel
- Tilapia
- Trout
- Red Snapper
- Shark
- Sunfish
- Swordfish
- Walleye
Eggs
Having eggs (poultry, duck or goose) is allowed on Paleo diet.Fruits and Veggies
Fruits and veggies are rich in antioxidants, phytonutrients, essential vitamins and minerals which are likely to reduce the chance of developing a number of degenerative diseases like neurological decline, diabetes and cancer. However, when you are on the Paleo diet, avoid having vegetables and fruits high on starch (potatoes and squashes, for example). You can have:- Asparagus
- Avocado
- Artichoke hearts
- Carrots
- Spinach
- Celery
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Zucchini
- Peppers (All Kinds)
- Parsley
- Eggplant
- Green Onions
FATS
Try to include the sources of “good” fats in your diet. Consider having:- Coconut oil/milk
- Olive oil
- Macadamia oil
- Walnut oil
- Avocado oil
- Hazelnut oil
Drinks
Paleo diet does not allow you to have any sort of aerated beverages or alcohol, but you get to choose from an array of drink options. You can choose from:
- Herbal teas (like chamomile, peppermint, nettle, or ginger)
- Coconut water
- Juice squeezed from fresh fruits and vegetables (unsweetened, preferably prepared from organic produce)
Flavorings
To make your recipes tastier, you can incorporate flavorings such as:
- Natural herbs
- Vinegar
- Unsweetened applesauce
Once you start the diet, continue it for at least 30 days to experience the changes that Paleo diet promises to bring about.