I don’t really understand football. I know there’s an intellectual side to it where guys (and they’re usually guys) on the sidelines are executing analysis and devising strategies on the fly. I’m sure it’s impressive. But all I see is a bunch of oversized men ramming into each other over Read more…
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Life After Day 30…
You made it! Thirty days – Paleo with no exceptions, no cheats – not even one M&M from the bowl on your coworkers desk. You were hardcore and you’ve definitely reaped the benefits. You feel good, you aren’t craving ‘junk’, your workouts are awesome, and damn – you’re looking pretty Read more…
Paleo By Profession – Is it Possible?
Posted by Amy Kubal on Jan 26, 2012 in General, Healthcare, Paleo Education, Uncategorized | 31 comments
This week I received an email from a current dietetic student wondering how it is ‘possible’ to be a Paleo dietitian and promote the lifestyle, even though it doesn’t exactly ‘jive’ with the USDA Food Plate and dietary guidelines. I often receive emails and inquiries like this from students, current registered dietitians, Read more…
Trojan horses of Chlorella “superfood”
By: Roman Sasik, Ph.D. Chlorella is a genus of unicellular aquatic organisms that recently acquired a “superfood” status, in part because of its complete amino acid profile and a high omega-3 DHA and EPA fatty acid content. It has also been reported to lower blood pressure in humans, lower serum Read more…
The “Weighting” Game
Posted by Amy Kubal on Jan 18, 2012 in General, Paleo Diet Basics, Paleo/Low Carb, Uncategorized, Weight Loss | 45 comments
Scattergories, Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit, Pictionary, Scrabble, Uno… We all like games! They’re fun, a distraction and if you ‘play your cards’ right you may end up with some gloating rights or even a monetary reward. But there is one game, one we all play or have played at some point Read more…
‘RD’elusion – Nutrition Pro Questioning Paleo…
Posted by Amy Kubal on Jan 11, 2012 in Autoimmunity, Celiac and Gluten-Free, General, Healthcare, Paleo Diet Basics, Paleo Education, Paleo/Low Carb, Uncategorized | 61 comments
As a Registered Dietitian (RD) that is openly paleo and advocates a paleo lifestyle in practice, I often get inquiries from other RD’s questioning the efficacy, safety, recommendations and/or overall idea of paleo. I recently received an email from one such RD and am going to take this opportunity to Read more…
New Year = New You!
Posted by Amy Kubal on Jan 4, 2012 in Announcements, Anti inflammatory diet, Autoimmunity, Celiac and Gluten-Free, Events, General, Healthcare, Intermittent Fasting, Paleo Athletes, Paleo Diet Basics, Paleo Education, Uncategorized, Weight Loss | 3 comments
Bulky sweaters, sweat pants, sweat shirts, elastic waistbands – it’s winter. Not only is this the season for comfort foods – but it’s also the season for ‘comfort clothes’. Unfortunately, when spring rolls around and it’s time to shed those layers of cloth we don’t always like the ‘permanent layers’ Read more…
Popular in Paleo 2011 – The Top Buzz from the Year that was…
Posted by Amy Kubal on Dec 30, 2011 in Announcements, Events, General, Paleo Diet Basics, Paleo/Low Carb, Uncategorized | 16 comments
The year is winding down; 365 more days in the file and that means its list time. There are “Top 2011 Lists” for almost every topic imaginable – websites, albums, books, companies, restaurants, celebrities, fitness, TV shows, and pretty much anything and everything else you can think of… So, why Read more…
Hormones: Disrupted, Decadent, Depraved
During a recent conversation with my father over the movie “Tree of Life” I noted that life is really just 1,000 near death experiences. We are aware that an eventual end is coming. Whether it be by Mayan prediction, Solar Flares, Economic catastrophe, or Justin Bieber (bleak I know). Eventually, Read more…
Higher Education: I want to be a Paleo RD – but…
Posted by Amy Kubal on Dec 28, 2011 in Announcements, General, Healthcare, Paleo Education, Uncategorized | 73 comments
Every week I get two or three emails from Paleo advocates saying they want to, are in the process of, or are thinking about pursuing a degree in nutrition. Each email starts basically the same way – “My name is (insert name) and I want to be a Paleo RD Read more…
