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| I know there are a bunch of boards on here about it. But wanting people who have tried it and stay with it and those that haven't stayed with it.
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Location: Alberta | I know a couple BB' s who have had giant steps into better health due to doing Paleo along with weight loss!
They'll likely comment when thy pull themselves away from the Super Bowl LOL
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| Yes, that lovely super bowl! Bahhaha! I don't have TV here so I'm avoiding my homework with BHW. =D |
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Location: Here | www.thepaleomom.com
Yes I like it!
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Location: Alberta | Have you looked into what Paleo consists of? Foods that are in or out?
http://ultimatepaleoguide.com/paleo-diet-food-list/
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| dream_chaser - 2014-02-02 7:41 PM
Have you looked into what Paleo consists of? Foods that are in or out?
http://ultimatepaleoguide.com/paleo-diet-food-list/
Yes. The hardest part is going to be my potatoes, green beans, and grain. ): |
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Location: Here | AfleetEquine - 2014-02-02 6:51 PM Yes. The hardest part is going to be my potatoes, green beans, and grain. ):
It really isn't hard. Almond flour will become your best friend
There are several good paleo FB groups that have great recipes.
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| SG. - 2014-02-02 7:53 PM
AfleetEquine - 2014-02-02 6:51 PM Yes. The hardest part is going to be my potatoes, green beans, and grain. ):
There are several good paleo FB groups that have great recipes.
JUST EAT BACON!
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| We eat Paleo. Giving up breads, chips and grains was not as hard as I thought it would be. Lots of good substitutes, sweet potato chips, kale chips. Taking responsibility for your health is a great thing. Lots of great paleo pages on FB to get recipes.
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Location: Here | position="1" data-timestamp="1391388901" id="u_jsonp_4_o">  Paleo Mexican Pulled Pork With Pepper And Onions via Paleo Cupboard3 lbs. boneless pork shoulder 2 tbsp. lard/bacon fat or tallow ...1 cup beef broth
1 6 oz. can tomato paste*
1 medium onion, cut in half and sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced
2 roasted anaheim chiles, peeled,seeded and chopped (or one 4 oz. can diced green chiles)
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
1 lime, juiced
1 Tbsp. oregano
1 Tbsp. cumin
1 tsp. sea salt
1/4 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
Toppings:
3 Tbsp.cilantro, chopped
2 ripe avocados, sliced
2 limes, quartered
http://www.paleocupboard.com/mexican-pulled-pork-with-onions-and-peppers.html
* Homemade tomato paste: http://bit.ly/tomatopaste |
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| Just, ever since I stopped riding I've gained a lot of weight.
I have a yearling right now and I'd really like to be able to be the one to jockey him, but I don't want to do so unless my weight is back down, as he'll only be 15.1-15.2 probably. |
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Location: Here | Look up the book Wheat Belly
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | I mainly eat Paleo and have since last March. I don't think anything about it as it is now my normal way of eating. I never realized how bread and potatoes were blowing my up like a puffer fish. I don't miss bread or grains at all. Once in a while I have and will eat some mashed potatoes an I do pay for it. |
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Location: Bandera, TX | SG. - 2014-02-02 7:03 PM Look up the book Wheat Belly
It might be a place to start before going full out Paleo
I agree - very interesting read!
I would like to be completely paleo, but have a hard time sticking with it. Too many temptations for me. :(
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Location: Where ever there's sunshine! | I had a load of health problems, horrid chest pains that were I diagnosable, daily bloat Hausa and headaches, absolutely no energy, in able to sleep for more that 3 hrs at a time, along with breathing issues even though I'd had extensive testing all showing I had healthy lungs, AND hormone/cycle issues that had my dr thinking I was in early menopause...all of this started at the ripe old age of 20. I am now 26 and have been Paleo for just a few months. We're still keeping an eye on my monthly cycle but so far EVERYTHING has gotten solo much better. I am having no health problems what so ever. I can tell within minutes when I've eaten something that I'm not supposed to, but onetime you just gotta have some Cheetos lol I'm still learning how to revamp my recipiens but I'm enjoying trying and learning new things and I am so happy to say that I feel like the young woman I am instead of the old lady I had become. I hope this helps! It looks scary at first but it really isn't that hard at all. Good luck! |
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| BleuIdGrl - 2014-02-02 8:31 PM
I had a load of health problems, horrid chest pains that were I diagnosable, daily bloat Hausa and headaches, absolutely no energy, in able to sleep for more that 3 hrs at a time, along with breathing issues even though I'd had extensive testing all showing I had healthy lungs, AND hormone/cycle issues that had my dr thinking I was in early menopause...all of this started at the ripe old age of 20. I am now 26 and have been Paleo for just a few months. We're still keeping an eye on my monthly cycle but so far EVERYTHING has gotten solo much better. I am having no health problems what so ever. I can tell within minutes when I've eaten something that I'm not supposed to, but onetime you just gotta have some Cheetos lol I'm still learning how to revamp my recipiens but I'm enjoying trying and learning new things and I am so happy to say that I feel like the young woman I am instead of the old lady I had become. I hope this helps! It looks scary at first but it really isn't that hard at all. Good luck!
I don't have the health problems like you do. Except, I've been developing really sensitive skin. I'm only 21! LOL. Definitely helped a lot on my decision! thank you so much! |
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | BleuIdGrl - 2014-02-02 7:31 PM I had a load of health problems, horrid chest pains that were I diagnosable, daily bloat Hausa and headaches, absolutely no energy, in able to sleep for more that 3 hrs at a time, along with breathing issues even though I'd had extensive testing all showing I had healthy lungs, AND hormone/cycle issues that had my dr thinking I was in early menopause...all of this started at the ripe old age of 20. I am now 26 and have been Paleo for just a few months. We're still keeping an eye on my monthly cycle but so far EVERYTHING has gotten solo much better. I am having no health problems what so ever. I can tell within minutes when I've eaten something that I'm not supposed to, but onetime you just gotta have some Cheetos lol I'm still learning how to revamp my recipiens but I'm enjoying trying and learning new things and I am so happy to say that I feel like the young woman I am instead of the old lady I had become. I hope this helps! It looks scary at first but it really isn't that hard at all. Good luck!
Glad you found out while you're so young instead of being miserable for years..
I was having sleep apnea and I was snoring..All of that ended within a few weeks of eating Paleo. I found out that sugar and sugar subsitutes are horrible for me.
Congrats and continued good health.
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Location: lexington KY | I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/
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Location: lexington KY | I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/
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Location: Here | polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:29 AM I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/
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| This is my favorite website for recipes and ideas: http://paleomg.com/.
She's not 100% Paleo all the time but I like that, that she's honest about it and doesn't bet herself up.
I thought these websites were pretty solid when it came to starting out or wanting information: http://whole9life.com/
http://www.marksdailyapple.com/#axzz2d6FlVfhB
http://balancedbites.com/
Also check out Peace Love & Low Carb. She's got some pretty good recipes that if I remember correctly are Paleo often times. She has many board on pinterest with the ideas as well.
The hardest thing for me is dairy and potatoes. I love, LOVE my coffee with a bit of creamer in it and I love milk. I know how much better my skin and overall health would be if I could quit, but I don't want to give up that much, so I am pretty careful about moderation. Potatoes are my weakness. I love potatoes so much, in all forms. That's a hard one for me to kick! |
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Location: lexington KY | SG. - 2014-02-05 11:37 AM polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:29 AM I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/ you look amazing. congrats
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Location: Here | polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:56 AM SG. - 2014-02-05 11:37 AM polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:29 AM I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/
you look amazing. congrats
I agrree. It is a lifetyle. not a diet. I think so many people think it is a fad. But it isnt. it is just about eating real food that is healthy. I started 10/27 and feel so much better
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I Prefer to Live in Fantasy Land
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | SG. - 2014-02-05 11:06 AM polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:56 AM SG. - 2014-02-05 11:37 AM polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:29 AM I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/
you look amazing. congrats
I agree. This is not a fad diet, it is a healthy lifestyle.
Polorunner...You do look fabulous! I wish I had started this 20 years ago. I can't imagine going back to how I was eating. It's wonderful not being hungry as I eat more now then I have in years and have lost weight.
I will say I have baked more in the last month then I have in almost 45 years of being married. There are all kinds of great recipes for people who don't want to give up baked goods. The huge difference is without the sugar in them you can eat just one and not crave more the more you eat like you do with sugar baked goods.
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| Could anyone give me advice on where to start and recipes. Wow the results you ladies have are awesome! |
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Location: lexington KY | Nevertooold - 2014-02-05 1:12 PM SG. - 2014-02-05 11:06 AM polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:56 AM SG. - 2014-02-05 11:37 AM polorunner - 2014-02-05 10:29 AM I have been Paleo since last May, my decision was made to become healthy and help with food allergies. I have always tried to be pretty healthy but decided to step it up to the next level. I dont feel like I am doing without, I have managed to make everything I ate before, but just healthy. I never loved bread, giving up black beans were probably the hardest for me. I love the energy I have, the way I feel and my workouts are 10 times better now. You can see the before and after pics of my sister and I on our website. Here is the link. I was never considered "big" but I lost over 20lbs and all the fluff is gone. I will still have some beers, try to get the gluten free kind.
http://ontherodeoroad.com/rodeo-paleo-welcome-to-our-journey/
you look amazing. congrats
Polorunner...You do look fabulous! I wish I had started this 20 years ago. I can't imagine going back to how I was eating. It's wonderful not being hungry as I eat more now then I have in years and have lost weight.
I will say I have baked more in the last month then I have in almost 45 years of being married. There are all kinds of great recipes for people who don't want to give up baked goods. The huge difference is without the sugar in them you can eat just one and not crave more the more you eat like you do with sugar baked goods.
Thank you. You are so right, we make banana bread once a week, have it with a hard boiled egg for breakfast. There are so many options! It takes being prepared, but I love going to the grocery now, takes about 10 minutes to get fruit, veggies, and meat. I order all my coconut and almond flour online or go to Trader Joes. I love that there are people on BHW that enjoy this lifestyle.  |
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Location: Where ever there's sunshine! | Nevertooold - 2014-02-02 9:19 PM
BleuIdGrl - 2014-02-02 7:31 PM I had a load of health problems, horrid chest pains that were I diagnosable, daily bloat Hausa and headaches, absolutely no energy, in able to sleep for more that 3 hrs at a time, along with breathing issues even though I'd had extensive testing all showing I had healthy lungs, AND hormone/cycle issues that had my dr thinking I was in early menopause...all of this started at the ripe old age of 20. I am now 26 and have been Paleo for just a few months. We're still keeping an eye on my monthly cycle but so far EVERYTHING has gotten solo much better. I am having no health problems what so ever. I can tell within minutes when I've eaten something that I'm not supposed to, but onetime you just gotta have some Cheetos lol I'm still learning how to revamp my recipiens but I'm enjoying trying and learning new things and I am so happy to say that I feel like the young woman I am instead of the old lady I had become. I hope this helps! It looks scary at first but it really isn't that hard at all. Good luck!
Glad you found out while you're so young instead of being miserable for years..
I was having sleep apnea and I was snoring..All of that ended within a few weeks of eating Paleo. I found out that sugar and sugar subsitutes are horrible for me.
Congrats and continued good health.
Thank you!
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| Cowgirl Up!_1 - 2014-02-05 10:49 AM
This is my favorite website for recipes and ideas: http://paleomg.com/.
She's not 100% Paleo all the time but I like that, that she's honest about it and doesn't bet herself up.
I thought these websites were pretty solid when it came to starting out or wanting information: http://whole9life.com/
http://www.marksdailyapple.com/#axzz2d6FlVfhB
http://balancedbites.com/
Also check out Peace Love & Low Carb. She's got some pretty good recipes that if I remember correctly are Paleo often times. She has many board on pinterest with the ideas as well.
The hardest thing for me is dairy and potatoes. I love, LOVE my coffee with a bit of creamer in it and I love milk. I know how much better my skin and overall health would be if I could quit, but I don't want to give up that much, so I am pretty careful about moderation. Potatoes are my weakness. I love potatoes so much, in all forms. That's a hard one for me to kick!
I love paleomg!!! Pinterest was where I started when I decided to go paleo. I've switched coconut milk for creamer (which still doesn't hit the spot, but I deal with it) and personally love sweet potatoes made as hashbrowns! I don't miss white potatoes at all anymore. I can tolerate dairy, so I have a slice of cheese on occasion. Overall though, eating paleo has really helped my messed up gut! |
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Location: oklahoma | If you don't go paleo fully, giving up processed foods and sugar in particular makes a huge difference in your weight, digestion and over all health and how you feel. A friend ( vegetarian ) and I were talking today and that seems to be a lot of people's biggest hurdle. Processed sugar is the debil :) |
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Location: ~Kansas~ | My crossfit group really pushes Paleo and quite a few follow it really close.. I am working really hard to try and it follow it along with doing another health/wellness program I do ! |
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Location: Here | Teri30 - 2014-02-05 12:27 PM Could anyone give me advice on where to start and recipes. Wow the results you ladies have are awesome!
The weblinks that are posted are a great place to start |
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | CurlyQ - 2014-02-05 5:29 PM If you don't go paleo fully, giving up processed foods and sugar in particular makes a huge difference in your weight, digestion and over all health and how you feel. A friend ( vegetarian ) and I were talking today and that seems to be a lot of people's biggest hurdle. Processed sugar is the debil :)
I couldn't agree more...Sugar is like crack for me and I couldn't get enough of it and the more I ate of it the worse I felt. |
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| Nevertooold - 2014-02-05 8:56 PM
CurlyQ - 2014-02-05 5:29 PM If you don't go paleo fully, giving up processed foods and sugar in particular makes a huge difference in your weight, digestion and over all health and how you feel. A friend ( vegetarian ) and I were talking today and that seems to be a lot of people's biggest hurdle. Processed sugar is the debil :)
I couldn't agree more...Sugar is like crack for me and I couldn't get enough of it and the more I ate of it the worse I felt.
It really is. I started Paleo two days ago. Tonight I made Paleo Salted Carmel Cheesecake. OMG. Tooo die for.
But I'm still having sweet tea withdraws. It is not fun. ): |
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