Chances are you’ve heard of the Paleo lifestyle/diet. It is no secret that it’s a growing trend, which many around us are embracing. The Paleo lifestyle means eating real food with an emphasis on humanely raised meat, organic vegetables, and good quality fats like organic coconut oil, fats from pasture-raised animals, and grass-fed butter/ghee. That means no grains! And in some cases, depending on which Paleo eater you are talking to, no dairy. The other focus of the Paleo diet is to incorporate organ meats and fermented foods like sauerkraut and kombucha (the latter are for the benefits of probiotics).
I’ve personally heard of many people who’ve been able to put their autoimmune disorders in remission after switching to a Paleo diet. The belief is that disease can start in the gut, so when you remove gut irritating foods like grains, legumes, and dairy, as well as soy and sugar, you can heal your gut and heal your body. I’ve always said if you feel better without eating gluten or grains or dairy (or another food group)…then by all means avoid it!
So today I am excited to introduce some great resources for those interested in trying out a Paleo lifestyle…three books from the bestselling authors and creators of The Food Lovers Kitchen, Bill Staley and Hayley Mason:
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About the Books and Authors
- Make it Paleo
Adapted from Chinese, French, Mexican and classic American meals, the over 200 mouthwatering recipes are each accompanied by vibrant photos and thoughtful notes to ensure you recreate each dish with ease. Beyond its wealth of recipes, Make it Paleo describes fundamental cooking techniques, includes tips for selecting the best ingredients, and chronicles a variety of menus for holidays and special occasions.
- - Gather, The Art of Paleo Entertaining
The true art of paleo entertaining is creating a delicious and satisfying menu that will also promote good health. In Gather, The Art of Paleo Entertaining, Hayley and Bill show you how to orchestrate the perfect dinner party—whether you are planning an elegant holiday feast or hosting a casual brunch with friends.
- - The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking
For your first 30 days of eating Paleo, this book includes a complete 30-day meal plan broken down week by week. In each week, they provide a detailed schedule of the meals to make, shopping lists that go along with the meal plan, and recommended reading to expand your knowledge of this lifestyle beyond the basics. The book includes 75 paleo recipes, with an additional 24 bonus recipes for quick and easy meals beyond the plan.
Hayley Mason and Bill Staley started their grain-free journey together in 2010 with their blog, Primal Palate. Since then, they have cooked their way to becoming two of the most popular Paleo foodies on the web.
Lorrie F says
I would love to check out the Paleo entertaining book. That would definitely come in handy!
Erin M says
My fingers are crossed about possibly winning these amazing books.
Laura says
The 30 day guide sounds like a great starting point!
Darla Prendergast says
Interested in checking out the 30-day guide to get me started!
Cindy McLean says
I would be most interested in the 30 Day Meal Plan as it sounds like a great resource to help simplify meal planning, shopping and preparation while maintaining healthy standards. I also like that it will provide me with even more knowledge of one of the most important aspects of our lives -taking care of our bodies through nutrition!
Holly Dapore says
I would like to check out the 30 Day Guide.
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Marie says
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Melissa says
The 30 day guide to paleo interests me the most!!
Elisa Hughes says
I would like the 30 Days Guide to Paleo Cooking.
Pam says
I've been eying "Gather" for some time and would really like to chck it out!
Marie says
Like - So excited!!!!!
Kelly says
I would try the 30 days one. I have been intrigued for a while and just did not know where or how to get started. That sounds like an idiot proof guide to beginning.
Kassandra Kinney says
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Rachael says
I'm interested in the Gather book
Deb says
Would love to have "Make it Paleo"
Cate Whoriskey says
Most interested in Make It Paleo
Christie says
All three books sound good, but the first one I would read is "The 30 Day guide to Paleo Cooking." I've been reading and researching Paleo in an attempt to transition our family to this lifestyle, and this book looks like a great place to start.
Lynsey says
I would love any of them.. but my first choice would be the 30 day. My youngest was born with a congenital heart defect a yr ago and has already faced one open heart surgery (at 5 weeks old) and it looks like round 2 will be between the ages of 18 months and 2 yrs. Since her birth my family has done a 360 in our lifestyle of eating and LOVE this blog. We try to eat "real" food and I make almost everything we eat fresh. If we eat treats they are home made and not store bought. This will help us in our lifestyle change.
Jamey Ojord says
Have been slowly adopting a Paleo lifestyle and is interested in "The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking."
Maria says
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Corina says
I would love to win these books. I lost 8 pounds eating Paleo for a few weeks, but I'm still new to it. Would love the 30 Day Guide.
brenda says
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Jennifer says
Interested in the 30 day!
Sherri Weymouth says
I would love the try the 30 day!!
Kerry says
I would like to try the 30 day one, as this would be a new way of eating for me. I already cook almost everything from scratch, and follow most of your great tips and tricks, but this would be something else I would love to try!
Liz Davis says
got the app!
kelly sullivan says
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Kassandra Kinney says
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Lindsey says
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Erin says
I would love to try the 30 Day Guide. Thanks for the giveaway!
Tiffani says
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Shannon B says
I would love 'Make it Paleo'.
Sherri Weymouth says
Like!
Liz Davis says
I'd love Make it Paleo! :)
brenda says
I would really love to read the 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking. I have become very interested in this method of eating and it looks like a great way to implement it well. Thanks for the great information!
GA from Cleveland says
I am interested in "Gather" the summer is coming and it would be great to share the Paleo with my friends and family when I entertain!
Nikki says
30 Day Guide for sure! :)
Randi !lmond says
Would love to win! We've been trying to eat clean/paleo wife the first of the year. Doing well but need more discipline and recipe help. If not careful we eat the same thing every week.
Anna says
I am interested in Gather though they all look great!!
Veronica Avery says
I'd be interested in the 30 day guide to cooking Paleo.