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.
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I would love to try Make it Paleo. My doc wants me to try this way of eating to improve my health, so I hope I win the package!
Andrea says
I would love to win Gather, The Art of Paleo Entertaining. I've been paleo for a few weeks now. With summer BBQs on the horizon I'm going to need some great party style recipes!
Nicole Morris says
Make it Paleo is my number one, since starting paleo my husband has been helping more with the cooking (which i love) but it would be nice to have some more basic meals that he can try :)
Melanie says
I would be most interested in The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking. The shopping lists would make it easier to get started making the recipes!
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Gather is the book i'm most interested in checking out
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Jessica C. says
I think I would like Make it Paleo -- I pretty much love everything from these folks! I have Gather, but I know a friend that it would make the perfect gift for!
Joanne says
Just completed the Whole 30 program and am committed to this new lifestyle! Would LOVE to win, especially the copy of Make it Paleo (which I flipped through at the bookstore already and is on my wish list). Thanks for this opportunity!
Chanelle (C.M.) says
The 30 day guide to Paleo cooking sounds the best. I really want to help my family - my mom has lupus, I have dysautonomia, which is thought to be autoimmune, and my newly adopted 14 year old brother has tuberous sclerosis. His seizures are out of control and his brain is covered in little tumors. His background has NOT been good for his diet; his diet is terrible. He pretty much just wants to eat chicken nuggets and icecream. I really wonder if changing his diet could help control his seizures and shrink his tumors.
Jen Probst says
Make it Paleo would be fantastic...or 30 days...but I have recently been diagnosed Hypothyroid and I am going to try to change my diet versus pills..It would help the process! :)
Cristina says
I would like to read Make It Paleo.
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Would love "The 30 day Guide to Paleo Cooking".
Eunice says
I'd choose The 30 Day Guide to Paleo cooking. It seems like the best way to get started on the Paleo way of eating
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Jennifer says
I think I would most love "Make It Paleo." My husband is showing signs of gluten sensitivity, so we've been thinking about trying out Paleo for awhile to see if it helps.
Lorie says
I would love to have "Make it Paleo". I have numerous health problems, and I have been trying a real foods approach to alleviate some of my misery, but I would like to take it a step further!
Kris says
Would love to start with the guide cookbook. I have wanted to get started but every time I try I fail because I crave something. This cookbook sounds like it will have good strategies for me.
Megan Campbell says
I'd have to say The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking would be my first choice because I love a plan that is already set out for me and easy to follow.
ileana says
"Make It Paleo" would be an awesome cookbook for me! I would love to have the mexican flavor in my food still but all the cheese and grains in my old meals have made me abandon them. Help me bring back my mexican flavors!
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I'm so interested in this! My husband and I have been eating essentially paleo (I will never give up my beloved dairy, he will never give up his beloved peanut butter) for a few months now and we are loving it but are always looking for new recipes! I'd love Make It Paleo!