#125: "The Paleo Approach" with Sarah Ballantyne

The Paleo Approach by Sarah Ballantyne is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing autoimmune diseases through diet and lifestyle changes. The book delves into the science behind the autoimmune paleo diet, explaining how certain foods and lifestyle factors can trigger or exacerbate autoimmune conditions. Ballantyne provides detailed information on identifying and eliminating inflammatory foods, while emphasizing the importance of nutrient-dense whole foods. The book also covers various aspects of gut health, including the role of the microbiome in autoimmune diseases. It offers practical advice and strategies for improving gut health and overall well-being.

Practical Paleo, dubbed 'The Paleo Bible' by readers, explains how eating real, whole foods and avoiding processed and refined foods can improve health. The book includes the whys and hows of eating Paleo, 14 customized meal plans for conditions such as fat loss, athletic performance, adrenal health, digestive health, and thyroid health, along with over 150 easy and healthy recipes. The second edition has been updated with new information, answers to common questions, and additional resources to make the transition to a Paleo diet easier and more personalized.

The Wahls Protocol is a comprehensive guide that outlines Dr. Terry Wahls' approach to treating autoimmune diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis. The book details her personal journey from being confined to a wheelchair due to progressive MS to regaining her health through a diet and lifestyle program based on Paleo principles and functional medicine. The protocol is divided into three levels: the modified Wahls Diet, the Wahls Paleo Diet, and the more advanced Wahls Paleo Plus Diet. It also includes the Wahls Elimination Diet to identify individual food sensitivities. The book features new recipes, content on intermittent fasting, and how the protocol impacts the microbiome, making it a key addition to the 'whole food' revolution.

In 'The Paleo Solution,' Robb Wolf combines cutting-edge research from genetics, biochemistry, and anthropology to advocate for a return to the ancestral diet. The book proposes that modern humans should eat in a way that mimics the dietary habits of our Paleolithic ancestors, focusing on whole, unprocessed foods such as meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds, while avoiding grains, legumes, dairy products, and refined sugars. Wolf provides practical advice, meal plans, and real-life success stories to help readers transition to a Paleo lifestyle, which can lead to significant health improvements including better blood sugar control, lower cholesterol levels, reduced inflammation, and improved weight management.