Why The Paleo Diet Helps Athletic Performance

For athletes, The Paleo Diet is an excellent way of eating because it builds and maintains muscle, supports the immune system, and can refuel muscle glycogen quickly.

Podcast: How the Standard American Diet Hampers Athletic Performance

Dr. Loren Cordain and Shelley Schlender compare the standard American diet to The Paleo Diet and how each can impact athletic performance.

Why Processed Meats Aren’t Paleo

Unless you shop carefully for grass-fed, pasture-raised animals or wild game, any processed meat you consume is from feedlot animals.

What Is Vegetable Oil Made Of?

We explore the fatty acid composition of different vegetable oils to determine which ones are healthier for you.

The Fatty Acid Composition of Seeds

Learn about seed fatty acid content and which seeds to eat and avoid while following The Paleo Diet®.

Omega-3 Fatty Acid Content of Fish and Seafood

The Paleo Diet recommends eating omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and seafood to reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease and inflammatory diseases.

Q&A: Dr Cordain answers a question about The Paleo Diet for Athletes

Dr Cordain addresses the use of antioxidants and eating canned fish - a position he changed in the revised Paleo Diet for Athletes

Why Are Fruits & Vegetables So Healthy?

Why should you eat your fruits and vegetables, and how much should you aim to eat in a day?

Healthy Lean Meats

Learn more about the healthy, lean meats you should eat.

The Role of Antinutrients in Type 2 Diabetes

Antinutrients introduced with the agricultural revolution may be one of the causal factors in the epidemics of obesity and type 2 diabetes in Western countries.

Sample Menu for Endurance Athletes

Check out this sample Paleo Diet menu for endurance athletes.

Are Sprouted Grains Healthy?

Are grains included in the paleo diet? Read our article to learn more. The Paleo Diet® offers the latest in paleo diet news, paleo diet recipes & more.