What is the difference between Paelo and Primal eating?

3boysforme · 04-09-2012, 07:20 PM

Title says it all.

amyjoy · 04-09-2012, 07:33 PM

I've been wondering the very same thing this week. I'm interested, but I love beans. Does primal allow for them?

3boysforme · 04-09-2012, 07:34 PM

I think? I love beans too.

I don't think

is allowed though.

3boysforme · 04-10-2012, 08:11 AM

ncsweetpea · 04-10-2012, 08:19 AM

From what I understand, primal allows for minimal dairy (such as Greek yogurt, heavy cream and goat cheese), dark chocolate and red wine.

Neither advocate legumes.

ServingGod · 04-10-2012, 09:31 AM

Primal is a little more lenient. Greek yogurt, wine and dark chocolate. Paleo allows for a little alcohol, but zero dairy and dark chocolate is ok. They are fairly similar...but if you want to get to "pure" paleo you are pretty much eating tons of veggies, some low glycemic fruit, grassfed meats, and fatty fish- and that would be about it. No legumes and no grains on either.

Its been weeks for us with paleo and I feel so good. I have a hard time declaring I am eating XYZ way..I know the paleo model and try to stick to it. But I need half and half in my coffee...I have had some wine this week and some dark chocolate. The weight is falling off, I feel AWESOME, my head is clear and I have no cravings anymore for sweet sugary things. That is a huge thing because I tend to be a stress eater, and I think my body isn't reacting to stress like it did before...because I have a million stressful things happening but having no issues with eating clean. Well, aside from a glass or two of wine in the evening.

jujubnme · 04-10-2012, 02:01 PM

Here is how Mark Sisson, the author of the Primal Blueprint, has explained the differences. Of course, he is writing in support of his own philosophy.

Adock · 04-11-2012, 03:37 AM

My understanding is what was mentioned above too, with dairy and all.

I started off paleo, and then when dairy didn't seem to do anything to me, I added it back in. Basically, I just cut out everything refined and grainish.

It took about a month for my body to adjust to the difference in diet and for the carb cravings to go away. But then, oh my goodness. I think I lost 30 pounds in 2 months. It was great! I ate that way until I became pregnant and all I could stomach was bread.

crunchymum · 04-11-2012, 04:59 AM

Does anyone have resources on how to transition your family into eating paleo or primal? I really need to clean up our eating... I'm worried about the expense and the fact that two of my boys seem to exist soley on bread.

ncsweetpea · 04-11-2012, 05:41 AM

There's a new book out called Eat Like a Dinosaur that looks good. It explains Paleo eating to children and provides manyy recipes that are kid oriented.

I was thinking of doing another Whole 30 challenge in June. Anyone interested in joining?

The best part of paleo eating to me is focusing on nutrient rich foods. When the body is getting full on those , the desire for other things drops off significantly.

FaithnPraise · 04-11-2012, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ncsweetpea

There's a new book out called Eat Like a Dinosaur that looks good. It explains Paleo eating to children and provides manyy recipes that are kid oriented.

I was thinking of doing another Whole 30 challenge in June. Anyone interested in joining?

The best part of paleo eating to me is focusing on nutrient rich foods. When the body is getting full on those , the desire for other things drops off significantly.

Ooooh, thanks for the book recommendation - even though my DD is 3 years old I think she'd like the "concept"

But yes, I'd love to do a Whole 30 with you in June! Do you have the Success Guide? I got it months ago and have tried a few recipes out of it but haven't "taken the plunge" yet

tempus vernum · 04-11-2012, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by crunchymum

Does anyone have resources on how to transition your family into eating paleo or primal? I really need to clean up our eating... I'm worried about the expense and the fact that two of my boys seem to exist soley on bread.

Have you looking into the underwhelmed GAPs guide - not the exact same program as Paleo or Primal BUT it gives ideas about how to "transition"

http://gapsguide.files.wordpress.com...underwhelm.pdf

Quote:

Originally Posted by ncsweetpea

There's a new book out called Eat Like a Dinosaur that looks good. It explains Paleo eating to children and provides manyy recipes that are kid oriented.

I was thinking of doing another Whole 30 challenge in June. Anyone interested in joining?

The best part of paleo eating to me is focusing on nutrient rich foods. When the body is getting full on those , the desire for other things drops off significantly.

Have heard lots of people comment positively on Eat like A Dinosaur. I keep contemplating purchasing it.

3boysforme · 04-11-2012, 06:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crunchymum

Does anyone have resources on how to transition your family into eating paleo or primal? I really need to clean up our eating... I'm worried about the expense and the fact that two of my boys seem to exist soley on bread.

I have been slowly transitioning my kids to better eating. Mostly by setting firm food boundaries (sensory issues are not at play here, just pickiness). They have really improved on eating (or at least tasting) what is served, and eating a wider variety. However, grains are still a huge part of their diet and I would like to cut it out. Tonight I am going to offer teryaki chicken, broccoli, and pinneapple with no rice and see what happens.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ncsweetpea

There's a new book out called Eat Like a Dinosaur that looks good. It explains Paleo eating to children and provides manyy recipes that are kid oriented.

I was thinking of doing another Whole 30 challenge in June. Anyone interested in joining?

The best part of paleo eating to me is focusing on nutrient rich foods. When the body is getting full on those , the desire for other things drops off significantly.

What is Whole 30?

My goal is not to adhere to anyone one diet. I tend to do very badly when I have a set of rules to follow. I am however looking for a low to no grian diet, so I thought incorporating a few Paelo or Primal recipes would help with that.

FaithnPraise · 04-11-2012, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by 3boysforme

What is Whole 30?

Whole30 is basically primal/paleo with no cheats for 30 days, so no dairy, legumes, grains, nada

3boysforme · 04-11-2012, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FaithnPraise

Whole30 is basically primal/paleo with no cheats for 30 days, so no dairy, legumes, grains, nada

Oh my.....

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ServingGod Rose Garden photographer. writer. goat cheese addict. wanderlust driven. cleveland native. seeker of beauty. bibliophile. Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 4,344	Re: What is the difference between Paelo and Primal eating? Primal is a little more lenient. Greek yogurt, wine and dark chocolate. Paleo allows for a little alcohol, but zero dairy and dark chocolate is ok. They are fairly similar...but if you want to get to "pure" paleo you are pretty much eating tons of veggies, some low glycemic fruit, grassfed meats, and fatty fish- and that would be about it. No legumes and no grains on either. Its been weeks for us with paleo and I feel so good. I have a hard time declaring I am eating XYZ way..I know the paleo model and try to stick to it. But I need half and half in my coffee...I have had some wine this week and some dark chocolate. The weight is falling off, I feel AWESOME, my head is clear and I have no cravings anymore for sweet sugary things. That is a huge thing because I tend to be a stress eater, and I think my body isn't reacting to stress like it did before...because I have a million stressful things happening but having no issues with eating clean. Well, aside from a glass or two of wine in the evening. __________________ Wife to my husband for 18 years Mother of 3 children (14yo, 12yo, and 11yo) photographer. INTJ Rockstars, Heels and Canes A wife's observations on her husband, Multiple Sclerosis, and some super fun things.

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jujubnme Rose Garden Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. (James 3:18) Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 5,493	Re: What is the difference between Paelo and Primal eating? Here is how Mark Sisson, the author of the Primal Blueprint, has explained the differences. Of course, he is writing in support of his own philosophy. __________________ ANDREA wife to my awesome dh since 8/2000 - mom to my sweet jujube ds since 9/2001 all INFPs, living in harmonious chaos. GLORY be to God for dappled things--- ... All things counter, original, spare, strange; Whatever is fickle, freckled (who knows how?) With swift, slow; sweet, sour; adazzle, dim; He fathers-forth whose beauty is past change: Praise him. GERARD MANLY HOPKINS

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Adock Rosebud Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 103	Re: What is the difference between Paelo and Primal eating? My understanding is what was mentioned above too, with dairy and all. I started off paleo, and then when dairy didn't seem to do anything to me, I added it back in. Basically, I just cut out everything refined and grainish. It took about a month for my body to adjust to the difference in diet and for the carb cravings to go away. But then, oh my goodness. I think I lost 30 pounds in 2 months. It was great! I ate that way until I became pregnant and all I could stomach was bread.

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crunchymum Rose Garden speak softly and carry a big coffee Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 34,610	Re: What is the difference between Paelo and Primal eating? Does anyone have resources on how to transition your family into eating paleo or primal? I really need to clean up our eating... I'm worried about the expense and the fact that two of my boys seem to exist soley on bread. __________________ ~ jen wife to my first kiss mama to 13yo spreezy, 11yo jones, 5yo biggie, and our little greased lightning, 3yo ~ all born at home birth doula my waterbirth montage my etsy! "i did not want my children to love me because i had been an adequate mother, because i would never be one, this i already knew. i wanted my children to love me for the same reason i want my children themselves to be loved: because we are all irreducible, irreplaceable." -gina bria

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