We really are what we eat, so your diet is the most important piece of the fat-loss puzzle. Poor food choices will make you unhealthy and overweight. The Paleo Diet is void of high-glycemic-load, processed foods such as deli meats, cereal, milk and soda. These foods will increase insulin production (the “fat storage” hormone) and increase your appetite, causing you to over-eat. Think about the quality of food you are eating versus the quantity, as the “calorie theory” does not factor in the hormonal and enzymatic effects of food. Processed foods have little nutrient value (i.e. empty calories). The most common PROCESSED FOODS YOU SHOULD AVOID include processed meats, cereal grains, legumes and dairy products. Humans are not adapted to consume these foods and eating them can lead to chronically elevated levels of insulin, also known as hyperinsulinemia. This condition has been linked to multiple health concerns including, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, mental heath problems as well as autoimmune diseases. The healthiest, most nutritious foods for men, women and children include high-quality proteins, fresh fruits and vegetables and good fats.

Steer clear of these processed foods:

Processed Meats:
Bacon
Cold cuts
Deli Meat
Hot dogs
Salami
Sausage

Cereal Grains:
Amaranth
Barley
Corn
Millet
Oats
Quinoa
Rye
Rice
Wheat
Wild Rice

Legumes:
Beans
Corn
Green Beans
Lentils
Peas
Peanuts
Peanut Butter
Soy

Starchy Vegetables:
Cassava Root
Manioc
Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes
Yams

Dairy Products:
Butter
Cheese
Cream
Ice ream
Milk
Yogurt

Refined Sugars:
Alcohol
Concentrated Juice
Soda