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Opinion & Debate

Plant Protein vs. Animal Protein: What’s The Difference?
Mark J. Smith, Ph.D.
Are plant-based proteins just as good as animal proteins? No, in the debate of plant protein vs animal protein, the science clearly shows that animal proteins are healthier and better sources of protein for several important reasons.
Podcast with Dr. Paul Saladino
The Paleo Diet Team
Dr. Saladino interviews Dr. Cordain, Trevor Connor, and Mark J. Smith to debate the composition of the "real" Paleo Diet.
Sustainable Eating for Sustainable Health
Nell Stephenson, B.S.
Can the same eating plan that supports the health of our planet also be the plan which supports our own health?
Does a Low-Salt Diet Cause Insulin Resistance?
Trevor Connor, M.S.
There’s a belief in the Paleo world that a low-salt diet leads to insulin resistance, but the science shows the exact opposite - a high-salt diet causes it.
The Myth that Hunter-Gatherers Didn’t Live Long
Trevor Connor, M.S.
Does Bill Nye’s recent criticism of Paleo lifestyles and diets hold scientific weight? Read why the research doesn’t back his claims, and keep up with our blog for the latest Paleo news!
Coffee Drinking Revisited: Recent research shows therapeutic benefits to consuming coffee
Mark J. Smith, Ph.D.
Learn more about the paleo diet & coffee. Browse The Paleo Diet® blog to learn more about the paleo diet, paleo recipes, food lists & more today!
Evolution and High Protein Diets Part 2
Loren Cordain, Ph.D.
The typical hunter-gatherer diet was high in protein.
National Nutrition Month and Paleo- Can We Find A Common Ground?
Nell Stephenson, B.S.
National nutrition month educates people about developing sound eating habits. Find out the best way to share the Paleo diet premise with those around you.
Why Dairy Isn’t Paleo
Loren Cordain, Ph.D.
Dr. Cordain discusses dairy’s unfavorable effect on health and how milk proteins and peptides can promote allergies, inflammation, and autoimmune disease.
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