Paleo Principles: The Science Behind the Paleo Template, Step-by-Step Guides, Meal Plans, and 200 + Healthy & Delicious Recipes for Real Life

I normally don't write book reviews. However, this book is so well done that I felt compelled to do so. It is SO much more than a simple book on the Paleo diet. In fact, I think the title is misleading in that it may limit the audience this book will benefit. It is a comprehensive book on overall health, nutrition combined with a cookbook that has genuinely real recipes that one will use. I would also say that this book isn't just for people interested in the Paleo diet. The author also isn't afraid to veer away from what current Paleo fad diets promote when the science may disagree. It's simply a well written book for anyone interested in learning which foods are good to eat, which foods to avoid, and why (the science and physiology behind the principles), regardless of what "diet" plan you are following. This book should be the required textbook for medical students on nutrition. It explains the science and biology behind the nutritional principles, but is done is a manner that the average reader can understand and that one that someone with advanced learning will greatly benefit from. The way many doctors practice medicine would change if they understood the info presented in this book. The book addresses specific common illnesses in our culture, many of which stem from our poor eating habits and lifestyle choices, and how to correct them. Its also the most honest nutrition book that I've read. It doesn't pretend to have all the answers and the author acknowledges when and where the science is still being settled on specific issues. The author also acknowledges that every person is unique and that dietary needs varies for individuals. I haven't read any other books by Dr Ballantyne, but am quite impressed with the amount of info she gathered together for this book. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to 1.) improve their eating habits (I avoid the "diet" word, for those are just short-lived changes with short-lived results), 2.) to improve their understanding on how their body functions, and 3.) simply want to feel better. I wish I could have read this book 30 years ago.

This is the new preeminent text book on Paleo (with an entire book-worth of recipes!), that gives you the science behind the Paleo diet and lifestyle choices to keep you motivated, challenged, and learning more. I was really excited to receive this book. It is extensive, and I have learned so much in beginning to explore its contents. The Book (with a capital B for shear size and amount of information included) begins with a chapter on Nutrient Density. If you have been doing Paleo for any length of time, read and re-read this chapter. In many ways I wish my Paleo journey began with this information as the center, rather than the list of can'ts that originally launched my journey. The Book continues with solid science behind different topics relevant to a Paleo lifestyle, including an exhaustive amount of information about the diet template itself, but also including topics such as stress, sleep, exercise, and how in the heck to do this on a budget (hint to fellow parents: when you feed your kids this way, they actually eat less often... I'm saving $30 bucks a month in granola bars alone). If you are a fellow Paleo believer, you will really benefit from the information in this book to refine and improve your template, with a very solid, scientific "why" skillfully interpreted so non-scientists can understand. If you are brand new to paleo, you will certainly find the reasons and the how-to in the pages of this book. My advice for newbies would be to familiarize yourself with the table of contents, and read the book in the way it will serve you best. Don't be overwhelmed! You will mine this book for years to come. You may be best served starting with Part 6, "Putting Paleo into Practice", and enjoy the remainder of the book as inspiration to keep you going with this major lifestyle re-vamp. Part 6 is full of bullet points and info graphics to get you started quickly and seamlessly with Paleo. This is a significant, and valuable resource for the Paleo community.

Dr. Sarah Ballantyne has done it again! Paleo Principles is a labor of scientific love founded on the core values & principles of Paleo. Written in a simplistic scientific manner, Sarah debunks many myths about the Paleo diet, quotes and discusses scientific studies to reinforce the theory and provides clear graphics, tips, recipes & meal plans for those who are ready to take their health into their own hands and eat in a nutrient dense way. Sarah also focuses on the lifestyle factors that we must address to be healthy, those of sleep, mindfulness & daily exercise demonstrating paleo is simply a healthy way to live your life. Since receiving the book I have referred to it over 6 times with clients, bringing clarity from a highly respected source. I highly placing it in your shopping cart today.

You wanna to find out what this Paleo life style or Auto immune protocol is all about? Well this book has everything about those two subjects and much much more. I'm not kidding when I say this book if informative and written in a way everyone can understand. The author breaks down with great detail the science behind Paleo and gives you great easy recipes and detailed food plans. Even breaks down your grocery list and day to day breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack plans. The book is really a text book for Paleo, a one stop shop for all Paleo. I have already tried many recipes in this book and love the pancakes and bone broth the best. I also have already felt better since starting eating more. Not every plan is for everyone so take that into account but If you are looking for something to help with you gut or overall inflammation in your body, you should give this book a try.

I just received a copy of this book and the pictures and information are already enticing, but I have to go to work! The book is bigger than I anticipated. It’s textbook size. I overlook things in the book that don’t line up with my values. These are few. The book is very informative and I’m glad I purchased it. I highly recommend it for people with autoimmune disease or people that want to be in control of their health.

Excellent book

Libro preciso e interessante

Très complet. Stimule à améliorer son alimentation

Existen muchos nuevos libros, es una moda, sobre nutrición. Me interesa estudiar las bases científicas de la Dieta Paleo y qué mejor que hacerlo con un título sobre los aspectos científicos, preparado por una científica. Trata temas muy variados, es casi una obra enciclopédica, de casi todo tema se encuentra un inciso de capítulo. Pero ... y para mí es un gran pero, se trata de información que expone la autora sin mencionar la cita bibliográfica que soporta a la misma. Esto resulta en que no puedes conocer la fuente, y por tanto, la calidad científica de la información o la reproducibilidad del proceso biológico en estudio requiere de un acto de fe, tuya. Cierto, este libro no es un tratado científico, aunque el título diga que lo es, sino uno de divulgación. Pero hacer divulgación sin seguir el rigor científico hace que el esfuerzo quede limitado a un cúmulo de información anecdótica que requerirá de un estudio detallado para saber si es cierta o está matizada. Los temas están muy bien redactados, en un diálogo con el lector, que permite leerlo en grandes tramos. Lamentablemente el enfoque está sesgado respecto de las bondades de la Dieta Paleo y subestima los efectos de los carbohidratos. El libro está excelentemente ilustrado e impreso. Es un bello libro.