Articles by Ph.D.: Page 3
The Paleo Diet: Designed by Nature, Built By Science
Mark J. Smith, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
The Paleo Diet is the diet we evolved over a million years to eat and there is still a lot of science to show why it is still the best human diet. 
Recent research study challenges the Paleolithic diet’s benefit on gut and cardiovascular health and adds that whole grain sources may be required
Mark J. Smith, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
A recent study from Australia found the Paleo Diet raises TMAO, but Mark J. Smith show that there may be more politics than results in the study 
Fiery Hot Sauces: Are They Healthy?
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
Hot sauces are an evolutionary new addition to our diet, but are they good for us? 
Why St. Louis Ribs Are So Healthy: Vitamin K2 Menaquinones
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
Vitamin K2 menaquinones are easily found in fermented foods—and present in high quantities in St. Louis style pork ribs. 
Keto Side Effects: Long-Term Nutritional Deficiencies and Metabolic Impact
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
While the Paleo Diet and ketogenic diet are often confused, they have important differences that need to be recognized. 
Fresh Sardines or Canned Sardines: No Longer an Option for Americans
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
In today’s post, we explore the effects of the declining sardine population on the US market and your health. 
The Sodium to Potassium Ratio Is One Reason Cheese is Not Paleo
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
Dairy products, including cheese, are not allowed on The Paleo Diet. Here’s what you need to know about the dangers of consuming cheese. 
Physiological Mechanisms Underlying High Salt Diets and Cancer
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
Americans are consuming more salt than ever before. Learn about the detrimental effects of too much sodium. 
Q&A: Dr Cordain Answers a Reader’s Question About Egg White Lysozyme
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
Read our latest article where Dr. Cordain talks about egg white lysozyme. Browse The Paleo Diet® website for Paleo Diet recipes, meal plans & more! 
Further Evidence Against a High Sodium Paleo Diet
Loren Cordain, Ph.D. and Ph.D.
Read more about high sodium Paleo Diets & health benefits. Read The Paleo Diet® blog to learn more about the paleo diet, paleo foods & more today! 
Coffee Drinking Revisited: Research Shows Therapeutic Benefits to Consuming Coffee
Loren Cordain, Ph.D., Mark J. Smith, Ph.D., et. al.
Research on drinking coffee is expanding rapidly, with a great deal pointing in the direction that previously unknown benefits may help outweigh the negatives. 
Is Sea Salt Healthy?
Loren Cordain, Ph.D., M.S., et. al.
Paleo bloggers and influencers have claimed that added salt is healthy based on research showing a J-shaped relationship. But there were major flaws in this research. Added sodium in any form like sea salt, Celtic salt, Himalayan salt, or table salt is unhealthy.