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.
Annemarie says
I would love to check them all out! But, if I had to choose one I would start with the 30 day book.
Angela says
I believe the book that would best assist me in increasing my knowledge of paleo would be The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking
Mia says
Like!
Jessica says
I'm new to learning about "real" food and recently started a GFCF diet for my boys. I'm learning to cook too - which isn't easy to do all at once! I think the The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking book would be a great start!
Caitlin says
Make it paleo !
Mia says
The 30 day book sounds great. My husband is diabetic and suffers from IBS-like issues and I know diet is to blame. He's improved on a "real"diet but I'm starting to think grains may need to go completely but I don't know where to begin!
Amy says
Gather
Krystalynn Glore says
I would love to start trying this lifestyle but worry about not having enough ideas to shake up my food choices so I don't get bored with my food so, Make it Paleo sounds like the book for me:)
Katie says
...and LIKED Paleo Page
Katie says
downloaded the APP!
Katie says
Would LOVE the 30 day guide. Need a good jumpstart to Paleo. :)
CECILIA TAPIA says
i'd like make it paleo
julia says
Like! :)
Isabel Lau says
Entry 3
I just "liked" the Food Lovers' Primal Palate Facebook page.
Melissa says
Entry 3: like
Melissa says
Entry 2: app
Natalie S says
like
Melissa says
Entry 1: I entertain a lot, so would love to check out the "Gather" one.
Laura says
It's hard to choose! I think I would like "gather" because I love trying new recipes.
Isabel Lau says
Entry 2
Just downloaded the app onto my iPhone and registered. I'm ready to start checking out recipes.
Natalie S says
I'm definitely interested in the 30 day guide to paleo cooking!
Denise Terry says
Like!
Denise Terry says
App.
Sara Doty Owen says
Like!!!
Isabel Lau says
Entry 1
I am most interested in reading The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking. I like understanding the whys of things and this book looks like it will explain the background and reason for eating this way with the recommended reading section in the book. I also welcome recipes and a week by week guide to the lifestyle change.
Sara Doty Owen says
App
Loren Sander says
Make it Paleo
Christine says
I would be interested in winning the "Make It Paleo".
thanks
Sara Doty Owen says
I would love any of the cookbooks, but the first one looks like it would fit my lifestyle the best.
I have been grain free for over a month and need some help finding some new recipes.
Alison says
Yay! I'm so excited about this giveaway!
Denise Terry says
I'd love to check out the 30 day guide. Looks really interesting.
Karyn C says
Make it paleo sounds amazing!!!
Ann Procter says
I would love to read the 30 days to paleo. My daughter has a lot of food allergies.
Kelly says
I would love to try Gather, because I love to entertain!
Sarah says
I would be most interested in Gather the Art of Entertaining. This would be nice to have so I can share yummy paleo food with others.
Doris Shull says
LI'm really interested in the new book, The 30 day guide to Paleo cooking. I'm new to all this
Wendy U says
Gather!
Sarah Prokop says
Like
Sarah Prokop says
app
Rachel says
LIKE :)
Elizabeth says
I'm most interested in the 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking. I think I'd benefit from seeing everything broken down by meals and a planning guide.