Seven Practical Tips for Paleo Success

Introduction
Two out of three people in the US are obese, and that’s pretty alarming. As a result, millions of people are continually looking for ways to lose weight. The Paleo diet is one of the most popular diets in the US, as well as around the world.

However, it seems that not everyone is pleased with the results of a Paleo diet. There is no doubt that it is an effective weight loss diet, but some people find it difficult to lose weight. Here we will reveal seven practical tips on how to boost your paleo diet and make the most of it.

1. Maintain your net alkaline load

Acidic body environment can have multiple adverse effects on the body. Meat is acid-forming, while vegetables and fruits are alkaline-forming. Therefore, to keep your net alkaline load in check, make sure that you consume plenty of vegetables and fruits.

2. Eat foods high in potassium and low in sodium

Low sodium can lead to dehydration, while high potassium can balance the hydration, both of which are super important in a Paleo Diet. Most fruits (kiwis and bananas in particular) and leafy greens are high in potassium. Therefore, make sure that you consume them regularly.

3. Stick to the basics

Many delicious paleo recipes include an additional flavoring and extra ingredients. Most of them are tasty, but if you are trying to lose weight, save them for some special occasion and stick to the basics. For best results prepare simple food like fish, meat, non-starchy vegetables, whole foods, carbs from fruit, and healthy fat.

4. Eat as much as you need

Many people that are new to Paleo believe that eating less food is better. Due to that, many deprive their body of the essential nutrients and calories it needs to function correctly.

That’s a dangerous myth that needs to go away, whether it is a paleo or some other diet. Undereating is by all standards evenly problematic as overeating. Any dietitian will tell you that when on Paleo you need to eat enough to be satisfied and don’t bother with the calories. Don’t get this the wrong way; calories matter, but not at the cost of eating little to nothing.

5. Increase your physical activity

To put it plainly, don’t just sit all day long and move throughout the day. Too much sitting and being inactive can slower the effect on your paleo diet. Physical inactivity is one of the core reasons why many people think Paleo doesn’t work for them even though they stick to the eating regime.

Increasing your physical activity doesn’t mean hitting the gym five times a week, but walking every time possible, taking short strolls in the nearby park, or even go on a Pokemon hunt – just move around. Get into the habit of moving as much as possible throughout the day, and you will give a significant boost to your weight loss efforts when you are on a Paleo diet.

6. Find support

There is nothing about losing weight than trying to do it on your own. Trying to make substantial lifestyle changes without support is not only challenging but even unsustainable. Having family or friends to support you, to encourage you, or even make the changes with you, can skyrocket your chances of success. That is universal for any diet, not just Paleo.

Even if you don’t have someone around, there is a vast online community of folks that are on a Paleo diet. Many of them share the same struggles and challenges as you do and can be of great help and support.

7. Clean your kitchen from temptations

Being on a paleo diet means to be very picky about foods. Therefore, cleaning your kitchen from temptations like cereals, cheese, yogurt, vegetable oil, beans, grains, milk, and packaged food is super important. The less you see them, the lesser you will be tempted to grab a bite.

After you get rid of them, you need to restock your kitchen with foods that are in line with paleo. Thus, anytime you feel hungry, you will only be able to eat something healthy that doesn’t collide with your paleo diet. The biggest issue here is living with someone else who doesn’t follow the same diet.

Conclusion
Just like other types of diets, following a paleo diet is also challenging at first. You’ll need to change your lifestyle and make a routine to get the results. The above mentioned seven tips will make things easier for you.