Welcome to The Paleo Diet®

Your resource for nutritional science and the lifestyle of The Paleo Diet.

Paleo 101

Learn about The Paleo Diet®

The Paleo Diet concept started here.

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Paleo Recipes

Find a healthy recipe for every meal.

Make eating Paleo easy with these tasty recipes!

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The Paleo Lifestyle

Live the Paleo Lifestyle

Paleo isn’t just about changing your diet, its about improving your fitness, energy, and sleep too!

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Paleo Science

Discover the Science

The Paleo Diet is built on a continually growing body of research.

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It Started Here

We are the founders of The Paleo Diet®

As a professor at Colorado State University, Dr. Loren Cordain developed The Paleo Diet® through decades of research and collaboration with renowned fellow scientists including Dr. Boyd Eaton and Dr. Staffan Lindeberg. Their research was driven purely out of a curiosity to discover the optimal human diet.

Dr. Cordain coined the term “The Paleo Diet®” while writing his first book and created this website to share his knowledge. Now, Dr. Cordain’s first and last graduate students—Mark J. Smith, Ph.D. and Trevor Connor, M.S.—are carrying on the legacy.

Paleo 101

Learn the fundamentals and explore the key concepts and benefits of the diet humans evolved to eat.

How Diet Can Help (or Hurt) Migraines

Chronic inflammation is at the heart of migraines. Here’s how to change your diet, and supplements to consider, to reduce the occurrence of these painful headaches.

David Seaman, D.C., M.S.

Is The Paleo Diet Meat or Plant-Based?

A common misconception about The Paleo Diet is that it is a meat-based diet. However, there is difference between calorie and volume - and by volume Paleo is plant-based.

The Paleo Diet® Team

Are Algae and Seaweed “Superfoods”?

Aquatic plants, both freshwater and sea varieties, pack powerful nutrient profiles. Should we consume them for our health, as well as the health of the planet?

Bill Manci

What Does “Plant-Based” Really Mean?

There are several definitions for the plant-based diet trend. We explore what they are, and how The Paleo Diet can fit into this plan.

Betsy Schroeder

Ten Things Paleo Bloggers Tell You Are Paleo (But They Really Aren’t!)

Health bloggers everywhere have taken the Paleo trend and run with it. Here’s what they consistently get wrong—and why science proves it.

Megan Patiry

Are Ancient Grains Paleo?

While food brands have latched onto the ancient grains trend, we explore whether these foods are any better than modern grain types.

Bill Manci

Are Natural Sugars Paleo?

Raw honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and stevia are all considered natural sugars, but being”natural” doesn’t necessarily mean Paleo. See where these sweeteners belong in a true Paleo Diet.

Megan Patiry

Can Fruits and Vegetables Help Us Live Longer?

A brief history of the “Juice Men”, Norman Walker and Jay Kordich, and how their ahead-of-the-times concept of “juicing” has applicable health benefits today.

Loren Cordain, Ph.D.

Recipes

Ready to feed your DNA? Browse our delicious collections of recipes for any occasion.

Lemon Rosemary Beet Chips

Toss thin beet slices with aromatic rosemary and bake for a crispy, crunchy replacement for potato chips!

Jess Case

Pan Seared Cod with Tomato Basil Sauce

Fresh, wild-caught cod fillets are a favorite at The Paleo Diet. You can prepare this delicious meal for the whole family in just half an hour!

The Paleo Diet® Team

Paleo Salmon Fillets with Lemon Dill Sauce

Whisk up a lemony dill sauce, then use it as both a sauce and a marinade for salmon fillets in this simple weeknight dinner.

Jennafer Ashley

Brain-Boosting Blueberry Smoothie

Sip your way to brain health with this antioxidant-packed smoothie!

Jess Case

Strawberry-Lime Iced Tea

Swap plain ice for frozen strawberry-lime cubes for a refreshing twist on your favorite tea, or another Paleo beverage of your choice.

Lorrie Cordain

Paleo Jerk Chicken

It doesn't get much easier than this! Jerk chicken is a great Paleo lunch to eat alone, on a salad, or with sweet potato french fries on the side!

The Paleo Diet® Team

Crispy Paleo Zucchini Fritters

Grated zucchini, eggs, and flax meal form a tasty batter that fries up into easy, tasty fritters. Enjoy them hot for a healthy breakfast, appetizer, or snack!

Jess Case

Vegan Buddha Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing

The ultimate veggie bowl! Roast up a medley of colorful vegetables and top with a creamy avocado sauce and crunchy seeds for a healthy lunch or light dinner.

Jess Case

Lifestyle

Update your daily routine through healthier exercise, sleep, meal prep and more!

What to Eat This Week: April, Week 2

If you tend to eat the same few recipes all the time, switch things up with this week's diverse meal plan.

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: April, Week 1

Spring has sprung! Celebrate the change in season with light and healthy meals this week.

Aimee McNew

Strawberry-Lime Iced Tea

Swap plain ice for frozen strawberry-lime cubes for a refreshing twist on your favorite tea, or another Paleo beverage of your choice.

Lorrie Cordain

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 5

Paleo and vegan? Here's some of our favorite vegan-friendly recipes to try! See how rich and filling a week of meat-free Paleo eating can be.

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 4

Pescatarian? This week we focus Paleo meals around vegetables, along with a bit of seafood.

Aimee McNew

What to Buy at the Grocery Store for the Lowest Carbon Footprint

It’s easy to forget that the foods we eat have an environmental impact. Here’s how to choose your foods to show your care for the globe.

Elisabeth Kwak

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 3

Save time in the kitchen so you can enjoy the warm weather with these easy and light spring recipes.

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 2

Paleo is easy to stick with when you have these balanced recipes to indulge in!

Aimee McNew

Science

Take a deeper dive into the research and scientific concepts behind the world’s original diet.

How Diet Can Help (or Hurt) Migraines

Chronic inflammation is at the heart of migraines. Here’s how to change your diet, and supplements to consider, to reduce the occurrence of these painful headaches.

David Seaman, D.C., M.S.

Is Being a Vegetarian or a Vegan Good for the Environment?

We explore these two dietary practices in terms of their environmental impact, and compare it to the impact of The Paleo Diet®.

Mark J. Smith, Ph.D.

Did Animal Protein Bring Dogs and Humans Together?

New evidence suggests how protein may have helped humans and canines develop their long-standing relationship.

Raphael Sirtoli, M.Sc.

Are Algae and Seaweed “Superfoods”?

Aquatic plants, both freshwater and sea varieties, pack powerful nutrient profiles. Should we consume them for our health, as well as the health of the planet?

Bill Manci

What to Buy at the Grocery Store for the Lowest Carbon Footprint

It’s easy to forget that the foods we eat have an environmental impact. Here’s how to choose your foods to show your care for the globe.

Elisabeth Kwak

The Paleo Diet® February 2021 Digest – The Paleo Diet and the Environment

At The Paleo Diet, we believe sustainability should be an important part of our diet so February 2021 was dedicated to the environment.

The Paleo Diet® Team

The Environmental Impact of Our Food

While energy production receives the brunt of the attention for driving climate change, food production also has a dramatic effect on the environment. We answer the most frequently asked questions about the environmental impact of the things we eat.

Chris Case, M.A.

Grow Your Own Food with These Five Home Garden Tips

Growing your own herbs and veggies not only benefits your health, it helps the environment, too. Here’s how to maximize a small outdoor garden to yield an impressive harvest.

Courtney Hamilton

The Paleo Diet for Beginners

Your first steps to a healthy lifestyle start here!
Following The Paleo Diet can help you lose weight (and keep it off), improve your sleep and mental health,
and reduce your risk for chronic disease.

What to eat on the Paleo Diet Infographic

Why The Paleo Diet is the Best Low-Carb, Weight-Loss Diet FI

Tips for Maximizing You Exercise Routine FI

See the (simplified) science behind The Paleo Diet

What You Should or Should Not Eat on The Paleo Diet

A simple, shareable guide on how to eat The Paleo Diet

What to Eat This Week

Make meal planning easier with our weekly dinner guide

Why The Paleo Diet is the Best Low-Carb, Weight Loss Diet

Unlock your weight loss and performance potential with a low-carb Paleo Diet

Tips for Maximizing Your Exercise Routine

Improve your health faster with an effective workout regime

See the (simplified) science behind The Paleo Diet

A simple, shareable guide on how to eat The Paleo Diet

Make meal planning easier with our weekly dinner guide

Unlock your weight loss and performance potential with a low-carb Paleo Diet

Improve your health faster with an effective workout regime

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The Paleo Diet: Designed by nature. Built by science.

How Diet Can Help (or Hurt) Migraines

Are Algae and Seaweed “Superfoods”?

What Does “Plant-Based” Really Mean?

Lemon Rosemary Beet Chips

Paleo Salmon Fillets with Lemon Dill Sauce

Brain-Boosting Blueberry Smoothie

Strawberry-Lime Iced Tea

Grow Your Own Food with These Five Home Garden Tips

What to Eat This Week: February, Week 3

How Diet Can Help (or Hurt) Migraines

The Importance of the Calcium-to-Magnesium Ratio

Battle of the Proteins: Comparing Plant and Animal Sources

Try The Paleo Diet®!

Learn more. Get recipes & meal plans. See the science.

Welcome to The Paleo Diet®

Learn about The Paleo Diet®

Find a healthy recipe for every meal.

Live the Paleo Lifestyle

Discover the Science

We are the founders of The Paleo Diet®

Learn the fundamentals and explore the key concepts and benefits of the diet humans evolved to eat.

How Diet Can Help (or Hurt) Migraines

Is The Paleo Diet Meat or Plant-Based?

Are Algae and Seaweed “Superfoods”?

What Does “Plant-Based” Really Mean?

Ten Things Paleo Bloggers Tell You Are Paleo (But They Really Aren’t!)

Are Ancient Grains Paleo?

Are Natural Sugars Paleo?

Can Fruits and Vegetables Help Us Live Longer?

Ready to feed your DNA? Browse our delicious collections of recipes for any occasion.

Lemon Rosemary Beet Chips

Pan Seared Cod with Tomato Basil Sauce

Paleo Salmon Fillets with Lemon Dill Sauce

Brain-Boosting Blueberry Smoothie

Strawberry-Lime Iced Tea

Paleo Jerk Chicken

Crispy Paleo Zucchini Fritters

Vegan Buddha Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing

Update your daily routine through healthier exercise, sleep, meal prep and more!

What to Eat This Week: April, Week 2

What to Eat This Week: April, Week 1

Strawberry-Lime Iced Tea

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 5

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 4

What to Buy at the Grocery Store for the Lowest Carbon Footprint

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 3

What to Eat This Week: March, Week 2

Take a deeper dive into the research and scientific concepts behind the world’s original diet.

How Diet Can Help (or Hurt) Migraines

Is Being a Vegetarian or a Vegan Good for the Environment?

Did Animal Protein Bring Dogs and Humans Together?

Are Algae and Seaweed “Superfoods”?

What to Buy at the Grocery Store for the Lowest Carbon Footprint

The Paleo Diet® February 2021 Digest – The Paleo Diet and the Environment

The Environmental Impact of Our Food

Grow Your Own Food with These Five Home Garden Tips

How to Go Paleo & the Official Paleo Grocery List

The Paleo Diet® Newsletter

The Paleo Diet for Beginners

Your 7-Day Paleo Meal Plan