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Lovely breakfast! Chicken breast, egg and avocado

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Paleo Panang! How to and what you need: 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 medium shallot, peeled and minced 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut 1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 2 tablespoons Panang red curry paste 2 teaspoons honey 1 tablespoon coconut aminos Juice of one lime, about 2 tablespoons ¾ cup coconut milk, maybe more depending on consistency you prefer 6 chicken thighs cubed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 yellow squash, spiralized or julienned 2 zucchini squash, spiralized or julienned 2 scallions, chopped Small bunch cilantro, chopped 6 large basil leaves, chopped Zest of one lime, about 1 tablespoon Place a large saucepan on the stove over a medium heat and add the sesame oil. Sauté the chicken for about 5-6 mins until just about done. This should be done in small batches to get some decent browning. Remove and set aside. Sauté shallots and red pepper for 3 minutes to soften the shallots. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add curry paste, honey, coconut aminos, lime juice, and coconut milk and cook another minute. add the chicken and any juices to the broth. Simmer 4-5 minutes or until cooked through. Add yellow squash and zucchini and toss with the curry sauce. Cover and let simmer for 5 minutes to warm through. Remove lid and add scallions, cilantro, basil and lime zest. Toss everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

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Today marks the first recipe of a 2015 goal for me. That goal is to cook one new recipe from my cookbooks per week. Up first, braised short ribs from The Professional Chef, 8th edition by The Culinary Institute of America. More on the process later! Happy New Year!

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The Paleo Chef - A Solution for A Healthier Body

The Paleo Chef diet is what you need if your goal is to achieve and maintain a healthier body. The concept is simple and straightforward. Your approach to diet should be one like the cave men where you eat only natural and organic food and avoid processed food.

Following this plan, you should not eat grains, dairy, and their products, as they are not suitable for the body's food consumption. It was only during the agricultural and industrial revolutions that human dietary habits drastically changed to accommodate these produce and products.

The result of these drastic changes in the eating habits of human is not favorable to the health. In fact, according to the Paleo diet program, these dietary changes have damaging effects such as exposing the body to deadly diseases and serious health problems resulting to a shortened lifespan.

The Paleo Basics

Under the Paleo Chef program, you will eat food designed for human consumption before all these revolutions changed the dietary habit. You will have to avoid all processed food. The Paleo diet believes that processing contaminates food with chemicals and toxic substances that are harmful and damaging to the body.

Instead, the diet promotes that eating of natural and organic food, especially fruits and vegetables that you can eat at their most natural condition even in unlimited proportions. This way, your body is free from contaminants, preservatives, and toxins from processed food.

How to Make the Diet Work

You can follow this simple Paleo diet eating plan to start benefiting from the program: 

Create your Paleo meal plans. Remember to keep it simple and easy to follow to ensure greater success. The key to success is in planning your Paleo meals.

Make sure that all of the necessary ingredients are available. This will sustain your momentum in following your meals.

Begin your diet by preparing the food that you like and are familiar with. As soon as you get accustomed to your Paleo diet plan, you can then start to experiment and introduce new food gradually but steadily.

Enjoy eating your Paleo meals. Visualize how healthy your body can be and how you can live longer by sticking to your Paleo Chef diet regimen.

Tips to Increase Success

Use the Paleo Food Lists so you will have an easy reference on what food to eat and what food to avoid;

Your Paleo meals should begin with the easiest recipes of dishes that you like the eat the most;

Read Paleo books that will show in easy systematic manner how you can get the most from the this diet.

What You Can Gain

By following the Paleo diet, you will be able to train yourself from avoiding processed food and reducing the amount of toxins that enter your body as a result. Since you are re-learning to eat only natural and organic food, you enjoy a healthier diet that can reduce your excess weight, make you feel better, and make you look good.

More importantly, if you want to stay away from degenerative diseases including the deadly cancer, then you must start your Paleo diet eating plan right now.

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Paleo Chef Weight Loss - How Protein Is The Key

Are you ready to get started on the Paleo diet and are asking yourself if you can actually lose weight? Let's take a closer look at Paleo weight loss then!

The Paleo Chef diet is one of the fastest growing lifestyle changes people from all over the world are making. I'm sure you have seen it getting talked about everywhere from every day people to infomercials to celebrities!

The changes to people lives that the Paleo lifestyle can make is amazing and for that very reason, the Paleo diet eating plan is one of the hottest lifestyle changes doing the rounds! And it comes as no surprise looking at the normal diet of folks today! Paleo converts are saying just how much more energy they have, increased mental clarity and indeed the great benefits created by Paleo weight loss!

What's also fantastic about living the Paleo way of life is that there really isn't as many changes one must make as people think! It's not crazy, hard to eat or make food and killing yourself in the gym!

So if you are sick of busting your hump with the merry go round of harsh limiting diets, why not try the Paleo diet? Most diets fail because there are way too many changes and a lot of physical activity demands. Sadly, 90 % of people on a new diet or exercise regime quit within three short months. That is because the changes are not sustainable. With the change to Paleo, make a few significant changes to your eating integrated with some regular exercise and you too can start to feel better and enjoy some motivational Paleo weight loss.

How is the Paleo Diet any different?

Well, first up is that it is easy to stick with and as paleolithic nutrition addresses different areas to most diets, the weight loss you will see is also different... and quick to see!

Protein, the key to Paleo weight loss...

Your body doesn't simply want protein... it NEEDS it and the Paleo is perfect for intensifying protein in your body. Protein is not only an essential for weight loss but also helps with the food and snack factor as you will feel fuller for much longer!

This is very important because once you are feeling fuller and more satiated, you just won't be tempted as much to grab the closest and quickest snack. And all of us know where that normally leads... fast food, chips, chocolate or something else unhealthy!

Paleo weight loss and protein also works together due to the fact that the protein helps your body to burn stored fat cells. Your body is built to work out how to break down all the food it consumes. This is especially so with junk food and processed food. By eating a lot of natural protein, the body will actually start to work on breaking down stored fat cells instead!

Paleo Weight Loss and Exercise

Now let's be real. I would love to tell you that you can lose weight by just nutrition alone. And honestly, some people actually can! That being said, for most of us and also to get the full benefits of all the protein and good stuff the Paleo diet gives you, you will need to get some regular exercise. The good thing is that it's nothing crazy or demanding and as you will already be starting to feel better, you will actually enjoy and look forward to exercise a lot more!

Weight training on the Paleo is amazing and will give you awesome results with all that extra protein and reduced intake of rubbish, unnatural food. However just simple exercise like regular walking and jogging, team or individual sports, or even yoga or Pilates will supercharge your Paleo weight loss!

After all, your body is already burning fat with the changes you have made with your protein intake. Why not add a little exercise to really pack some punch!?

Similar to anything good in life, the Paleo diet will take some commitment to secure the results you want. The benefits you will receive however will greatly outweigh any question marks you may have over your ability to execute this.

Here's to you and your increased health, vitality and of course, Paleo weight loss!

When first starting out with the Paleo lifestyle it may seem like your choices for meals are limited. However the closer you look and the deeper you dig, you will quickly see that there are countless options to live Paleo and they are not all bland and boring either!

For more information on how to live the Paleo lifestyle including heaps more about, Paleo Chef approved foods, stacks of recipes plus much, much more, check out http://www.paleo-chef.co.uk/

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Paleo Chef Ideas For Adults And Kids!

There is a feeling among interested Paleo converts, and it is as false as it is common, that the Paleo Chef Diet is not for them as they need to go without a lot of of their favorite foods. This false belief makes them cautious and pessimistic towards Paleo meals.

And yes, there are some truths to that belief. Yes, you do have to abstain from an important number of foods. Processed and junk foods are a definite no no however the Paleo diet eating plan is also quite precise and staples for instance, rice, potatoes, dairy (cheese, milk, butter), pasta, and bread is all off limits. Pretty much if the early caveman or hunter gatherer didn't have it then neither do you.

So taking that into consideration, yes absolutely this diet will take some getting used to and when it comes to Paleo dinners and Paleo lunch ideas, your new nutritional lifestyle will certainly be different. However, as difficult as it may first sound, the Paleo diet offers you a lot of benefits and solutions when it pertains to health and nutritional problems in these times, isn't a little bit of a change and some self denial worth a healthier body and a better quality of life? I'm sure you'll agree it will be!

But it doesn't have to be super difficult and to help you make decisions and choices easier it's helpful for you to keep a list of the foods you are allowed and not allowed to eat. Furthermore, this diet is exploding all over the world and consequently there are countless Paleo cookbooks jam packed of the tastiest Paleo recipe ideas offered that will make meal planning easier for you.

Where new Paleo converts sometimes struggle is Paleo Lunch ideas. Here is five helpful tips and ideas on the best choices and easy ways to pack Paleo lunches for you and also your kids.

Paleo Lunch Ideas Made Simple...

1.) Kids need variety in all areas of their life and lunches, especially Paleo lunches are no exception. So don't just keep putting in the same old roast beef each day. Get them involved and make a list together of the Paleo diet approved foods that they like eating. Lunch boxes with compartments are great as you can really mix it up and add a wide selection for them to nosh on! Here is one of my favorite Paleo lunch ideas and the kids love it too! Simply toss together a salad with plenty of avocado and shrimps. Add some yummy baby carrots and sugar snap peas and some paleo mayo. Complement with some Paleo crackers to round it out - delicious!

2.) Again on the kids and repetition of their Paleo lunches. If you can find at least four different Paleo lunch ideas, your job will be easy. You want them looking forward to lunchtime and a bit of creativity goes a long way. All of us like cheat days and don't be afraid to let them choose their own paleo lunch once a week as long it still is full of Paleo diet approved foods! Savory paleo muffins are great for these sorts of Paleo lunch ideas.

3.) Preparation is key when on the Paleo diet as there are so many mainstream foods you just can't have. Therefore its helpful to have a nice little supply of easy Paleo lunch ideas and foods left at your work for those days you didn't think ahead. Some easy Paleo lunches that last a long time are canned tuna, sardines, salmon, mackerel, dried fruit (watch the calories though!) seeds, nuts and even some beef jerky!

4.) Another great tip for your Paleo lunch ideas is to choose food that is just as good whether it is served hot or cold and are no mess, no fuss. Meat and vegetable kebabs do just perfectly in this area and is especially good if you can't get access to a microwave or oven. Easy to make and so very tasty!

5.) We all love a nice care-free food day and nothing outshines a simple salad for your lunch. Choose either vegetable or fruit and just throw all your favorites in and mix it round for a delicious approved Paleo lunch.

In conclusion, Paleo Chef lunches can sometimes bring down the new Paleo convert but it doesn't need to be that way. The key is to have a good grasp on what you can and can't eat, be creative and above all, be prepared. There are many, many options when it pertains to great Paleo meals however if you need some more help, check out the great paleo cookbooks available at the website below. Its absolutely loaded with over 350 amazing Paleo recipes including heaps of delicious Paleo Lunch Ideas!

When first starting out with the Paleo lifestyle it may seem like your choices for meals are limited. However the closer you look and the deeper you dig, you will quickly see that there are countless options to live Paleo and they are not all bland and boring either!

For more information on how to live the Paleo lifestyle including heaps more about, Paleo Meatloaf Recipes, stacks of info plus much, much more, check out http://www.paleo-chef.co.uk/

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What Kind of Foods Are Allowed on the Paleo Diet?

A starting point to some of the foods allowed on the Paleo diet.

There is not a diet in existence that does not have its fair share of rules, regulations and guidelines relating to the types, quantities and portions of food and drink within it. You may have heard terms like Palaeolithic nutrition, the Caveman diet, and the hunter gatherer diet for example. This nutritional lifestyle is more commonly known as the Paleo diet lifestyle and it too certainly has rules and guiding principles to live it effectively.

The very basic principles of this eating style is all about going back to the very roots of our ancestry and following the eating and nutritional habits of what was available to the caveman, then applying those same principles to our modern-day food choices and availability.

When you really sit back and look at it, our advances in technology, farming, processing and agriculture while definitely beneficial in many areas has taken us (and our digestive system) away from pure eating and nutrition. The caveman and our early ancestors were hunters and gatherers and always ate the freshest of fruits and vegetables supplemented ideally by a variety of lean meats. If you follow the recommended foods of the Paleo diet and stay away from the discouraged foods you can give yourself a great chance of attaining optimal health and nutrition.

So then, taking the lead that the allowed foods while on this diet are based on the nutrition available to the caveman, a very big no-no are processed or packaged foods. Also on the Paleo diet "stay away from" list are those fatty type meats which can taste great but unfortunately do our bodies and health no good at all.

Foods like pork sausage, bacon, pepperoni, chicken wings, processed deli meats, spam, breakfast sausage, fatty pork and lamb chops as well as the skin of turkey and chicken should all be avoided. Obesity and heart disease is at record levels worldwide and fatty meats can claim a great deal of responsibility for this especially when over eaten.

Cavemen also did not consume any grains or wheat because they lived in the age before agriculture. Unless it was already growing naturally, it was not eaten.

Gluten is fast becoming a major contributor to digestive and nutritional problems and ailments therefore all types of food containing gluten are NOT on the Paleo diet "allowed foods" list. Watch out for the false security offered up by those alleged "gluten-free" grains as they are still not endorsed for the Paleo diet. Not only are other grains on the do not eat list but all other byproducts of their processing. What this means is that grains like barley, corn, millet, oats, rice, rye, wheat, and wild rice as well as all products made from them such as amaranth, bread, buckwheat, cakes, cookies, corn chips, corn on the cob, corn starch, corn syrup, donuts, flat bread, muffins, pasta, pancakes, pita bread, pizza, quinoa, rice cakes, rice flour, rice noodles, rice pudding, rolled oats, rolls, rye crackers, and tortillas are all NOT on the approved foods list. For many people, the limitation of these types of foods is very hard but what is important to remember is the benefits this "sacrifice" will deliver to your body and therefore your life!

We have spoken much about the limitations and Paleo diet plan foods that are not on the approved list. The good news however is the Paleo diet DOES have many foods that can be eaten and enjoyed. As is everything worthwhile in life, persistence and understanding is paramount to success and those that have truly stuck to the Paleo diet and embraced it have found a much greater and enjoyable variety of meals and foods available to them than what they might have first imagined.

We know that the Cavemen did not eat dairy however eggs are certainly on the menu. A great favorite of many on the Paleo diet is a delicious two egg omelette containing plenty of fresh produce such as peppers, onions, tomato and mushrooms. When feeling peckish, snacks of fresh fruit and vegetables are a great option for absolutely everybody and that includes those following the Paleo. We have an amazing, endless variety of fresh fruit available to us and vegetables like raw carrots, capsicums, cucumber and celery are all refreshing to eat, yummy to taste and provide many health benefits. One thing to remember - resist the urge to add sauces or condiments to your fresh fruit and vegetables. The wrong addition or amount can take away all the benefits quick as a flash!

Lean meats are a great part of the Paleo lifestyle and there are many that you can eat! The word lean though is the key! You want to be looking for meats from animals that have been grass-fed, free range or pasture raised. Where that option is not available, select the leanest cuts of meat you can find. Seafood is also a wonderful choice and option when on the Paleo diet and the available variety is magnificent!

One of the most beneficial aspects to the Paleo diet is when it comes to over eating and weight loss. Many of the weight problems we face today come from overeating. The Paleo affects this by eventually slowing your digestive process over time. This means you will feel fuller and as a result, you only eat when you are hungry. Like the caveman, you might find that you actually skip a meal. Don't worry too much about that as your body will give you the signal when it is hungry and needs fuel.

Just always remember when you do eat, to choose foods as much as you can from the encouraged Paleo diet foods category and enjoy the results and health benefits you will soon start to see! From solving digestive problems, getting rid of food and preservative allergies, feeling much fuller without snacking and of course a big one - finally losing that weight without crazy dieting!

Stick as close as you can to the foods recommended for the Paleo diet and just see for yourself what happens!

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Paleo Diet Food List - The Secret to the Healthy Life

Paleo diet is also called the biologically appropriate diet. The modern dietary regimen is known as the Paleo diet food list abbreviated as Paleo diet or paleo diet which is also popularly referred to as the caveman diet, hunter gathered diet or Stone Age diet.

Paleo diet can be easily termed as the natural food which was being used by the ancient people during the Paleolithic era - an era of about two and a half million years duration that came to an end some ten thousand years ago. Paleo food of that era consisted of wild plants and wild animals which were consumed by the human beings of the said era. Paleolithic age ended with the development of modern agricultural techniques and concepts around ten thousand years ago.

The concept of Paleo diet has become known during the 1970s and the credit goes to the gastroenterologist, Walter L.V. to popularize the concept. The theme behind the concept about feasibility of Paleolithic diet for human is that, the perfect diet for human health should be closely similar to the ancestral diet.

A Paleo diet food list should be composed of the above mentioned ingredients. Starting with the meat, which should be eaten as much as one can but the point to remember is that, the meat should be cooked simple without adding much of the fats because fats cause many diseases like blood pressure, cholesterol and also increase the chances of lethal heart attack by blocking the passage of blood circulation. By keeping this point in mind, meat is healthy for us whether we use it in the breakfast, lunch or dinner. Lean meat is the meat which is trimmed of visible fats and the lean meats list can be stretched to contain the lean beef, flank steak, extra-lean hamburger, lean veal, Chunk steak, London broil, Top sirloin steak and any other lean cut.

Lean poultry consists of chicken breast, turkey breast and game hen breast having white meat with skin removed out of it. Eggs at maximum six in a week of duck, goose and chicken (go for the enriched Omega 3 variety of chicken eggs). Other types of meat may consist of rabbit and goat meat. Game meat should consist of alligator, bear, bison or buffalo, kangaroo etc. Fish meat is also favorable to be used as diet. The next to meat in the Paleo diet food list, comes the number of fruits and the vegetables. Some people are of the view that fruits and vegetables increase the weight and make them fat.

In relation to the above, this is obviously the biggest misconception about the inclusion of fruits in the daily life. Fruits do not increase the weight at all, no matter how much you eat it as fruits and salad vegetables contains very low amounts of calories. For the ideal life and health, every meal should include a combination of meat, salad, vegetables, nuts, seeds and fruits like apples, pomegranates, grapes, apricots, figs and bananas in his diet. Oranges, lemon, pears, pineapples, watermelons and Papaya are among the famous fruits because these contain higher amount of water in it, hence provide extra energy to the consumer.

Regarding the other foodstuffs included in Paleo diet, in an event of actively losing weight, at maximum 4 ounces of nuts and seeds should be used. Walnuts are among the best because they contain the highest ratio of Omega 3 in it. Oils, beverages and Paleo sweets should also be used in moderate quantities and also keep in mind that Paleo chef diet food list does not contain in it all processed foods made out of dairy products, powdered milk, ice creams, cereal grains and legumes and should be avoided.