ZOE Science & Nutrition Does the paleo diet hold the secret to health?
Jan 21, 2024
In this discussion, Christopher Gardner, Professor of Medicine at Stanford University, examines the paleo diet's allure and foundational myths. He explores the disconnect between modern diets and our ancestral eating habits, emphasizing the health risks of today's grain-fed meats versus those consumed by hunter-gatherers. Gardner highlights potential benefits of going paleo but also evaluates its pitfalls, particularly around saturated fats and cholesterol. Tune in for a thoughtful critique of one of the most popular diets today!
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Modern vs. Ancestral Meat
- Modern paleo diets often involve consuming factory-farmed meat.
- This meat differs greatly from the meat our ancestors hunted, due to different feed and living conditions.
Paleo vs. Paleolithic Diets
- Actual paleolithic diets were high in fiber, unlike many modern interpretations.
- Hunter-gatherers ate tubers and other fiber-rich foods, often failing to catch meat.
Paleo Diet Misconceptions
- The modern idea of the paleo diet doesn't match the reality of paleolithic diets.
- True paleo foods, like wild game and ancient corn, are largely unavailable today.
