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Hello CoreCampers!

You all know we do not promote “dieting”–in fact, Diet is a naughty word around our house:) This week, we are going to focus on the PALEO METHOD.

The PALEO METHOD is a program that is grounded on the belief that the diet of man has something to do with evolution. In other words, this week we are going to Eat Like Cavemen!

Before the introduction of agriculture a thousand years ago, man’s ancestors were not dining on whole grains. When the Industrial Revolution came about and people got richer and busier because of jobs, many settled for processed or artificial food.
The brain behind the Paleo Method, Loren Cordain, wanted to introduce a plan that resembles that of the people during the Paleolithic Period. Thus, the diet is a low-carbohydrate diet, but does not put any restrictions on when it comes to fruits and vegetables. This is NOT the Atkin’s Diet!

Here is a sample menu plan to understand how the plan works:

Breakfast: Egg White Omelet with Spinach and Mushroom

There are many different kinds of omelets, but this one gets rid of anything fatty or high in cholesterol. Hence, only the egg white is used. For stuffing, there are only two ingredients recommended: mushroom and spinach.

Alternative:

Try Otie’s apple breakfast. Grab one large apple of any type. Cut it in very small pieces. Combine with a grated medium-sized carrot and raisins. Sprinkle with cinnamon. The recipe is a good way to perk the morning up.

Morning Snacks: Banana Pear Ambrosia

Take a bite on the certified food for the gods. There are many different kinds of ambrosia, but in the Paleolithic diet, the one recommended is a combination of banana, pear, and avocado. Add some lemon or pineapple juice. Mix them all together in a blender until they transform into a very smooth sherbet. Sounds weird, I know…but remember, we are going back to Caveman Days this week, so work with me!:)

Alternative:

If there is no time for a nice-and-slow snack, just choose the fruits in season and mix them all together in one bowl.

Lunch: Stir Fried Beef with Veggies

Stir-fry 12-ounces of sirloin steak (beef with the least amount of fat) or lean chicken in canola oil. Even if beef contains fat, one does not introduce more cholesterol in the body, and stir frying does not make use of too much cooking oil.

You may add yellow onion, red pepper, celery stalks, mushrooms, carrots, and lemon juice.

Alternative:
Increase omega-3 fatty acid intake by having grilled salmon for lunch. Pair with steamed veggies.

Afternoon Snacks: Colorado Spinach Salad

There is a good reason why Popeye loves spinach so much. It is packed with plenty of mega nutrients. Rather than eating plain spinach, spice the dish up by making a salad out of it. Drizzle the salad with oil & vinegar. Mix various veggies and diced chicken in for a crunchy, high protein snack.

Alternative:

There is no spinach? Opt for a mixture of raw carrots and celery. Chop them in smaller pieces and eat. Pair with a handful of nuts

Dinner: Grilled Chicken and Steamed Broccoli

Pair the grilled chicken with steamed broccoli. 4 oz. of meat is ideal

Alternative:

May sub Salmon or Tilapia for chicken

***NOT GETTING ENOUGH PROTEIN? With this plan, you still may add in your Protein Shakes! We recommend one at night to help in muscle repair

GROCERY LIST:

Chicken
Fish
Nuts
Spinach
Veggies (your choice, see above meal plan)
Oil
Vinegar
Egg Whites
Fruit (your choice, see above meal plan)