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.

Is Vinegar Paleo?

If you choose your vinegar wisely and consume it in moderation, vinegar can be a part of your Paleo Diet.

Megan Patiry

Are Nut Butters and Seed Butters Paleo?

In pure form, your favorite nut and seed butters are part of The Paleo Diet—but only in moderation.

Irene Jay

What to Eat If You’re Intermittent Fasting

Your success with intermittent fasting can depend on many things. Critical among them are the foods you eat between periods of fasting. We take a closer look at why this is.

Megan Patiry

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

Recipes

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

Island Chicken with Mango-Pineapple Sauce

This summer island chicken is simple and easy to prepare and can be baked or grilled. Be sure to use free range, organic chicken to ensure a healthy meal.

Lorrie Cordain

Paleo-Inspired Berry Crumble

A healthier-for-you twist on a classic! Juicy berries are topped with a crumbly topping for a summertime treat.

Jess Case

Ginger Spinach Smoothie

Blend up this light and refreshing green smoothie for a tasty way to power your morning.

Jess Case

Chicken Fajita Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

Make your own DIY bowl with this easy Mexican-inspired recipe that comes together quickly.

The Paleo Diet® Team

Chicken & Cucumber Salad with Lemon Dressing

No cooking required for this quick, light, and refreshing summer salad.

Jess Case

Poached Eggs with Peach Salsa

Top poached eggs with a simple peach salsa, then dig in for an easy, summery breakfast!

The Paleo Diet® Team

No-Bake Coconut and Cashew Butter Energy Balls

Power your afternoon with these four-ingredient energizing treats.

Jess Case

Curry Cilantro Burgers

Top these curry cilantro burgers with lime guacamole and Siracha sauce then place between two sweet potato buns for a delicious summer bbq.

The Paleo Diet® Team

Lifestyle

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

What to Eat This Week: June, Week 3

Wherever you are, whether at home or on vacation, your summertime meal plan can be easy and healthy!

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: June, Week 2

No need to detox before summer, just eat Paleo for a nutrient-rich diet that supports overall optimal health.

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: June, Week 1

June is finally here! Embrace summer's fresh fruit and veggies with this week's meal plan!

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: May, Week 4

The theme this week is veggies! Remember to include a spoonful of veggies with every meal, not just dinner in order to get enough fiber!

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: May, Week 3

Everyone's digestive systems are different; you need to find a food plan that works for you. Here are some of our favorite foods!

Aimee McNew

How Parental Age and Diet Affect Autism in Children

A vocal few believe that vaccines cause autism. However, the age, diet, and health of both parents are the factors that most contribute to the spectrum disorder.

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

What to Eat This Week: May, Week 2

This week we’re keeping things simple with light proteins and some quick throw-together meals.

Aimee McNew

What to Eat This Week: May, Week 1

Weather can play a strong role in appetite and the foods you want to eat. Embrace the beginning of May with these light Paleo recipes!

Aimee McNew

Science

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

Why Do We Feel Hungry? Explaining the Human Drive to Eat

What’s driving the obesity epidemic? There are multiple ways in which a modern diet plays havoc with our hunger signals.

Dr. Marc Bubbs

Fueling a Healthy Brain

Does the brain need glucose or ketones to function at its best? Brain energetics is a complicated issue, and different types of diets show promise for optimal brain health.

Raphael Sirtoli, M.Sc.

What to Eat If You’re Intermittent Fasting

Your success with intermittent fasting can depend on many things. Critical among them are the foods you eat between periods of fasting. We take a closer look at why this is.

Megan Patiry

How Parental Age and Diet Affect Autism in Children

A vocal few believe that vaccines cause autism. However, the age, diet, and health of both parents are the factors that most contribute to the spectrum disorder.

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

The Critical Role Protein Plays in Bone Health

Calcium is important for bone health, but protein is just as essential. Here’s why some research you might have read about osteoporosis is wrong, and how to eat and exercise for maximum bone strength.

Robert Yang, M.S.

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.

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.