Esther Blum is a Registered Dietitian, Holistic Nutritionist, and bestselling author. The paleo diet is known as the hunter-gatherer diet and is similar to the way your ancestors used to eat centuries ago when they were cave dwellers. Basically, they ate a lot of fruit and veggies, fish, meat and raw nuts.
However, the modern-day version of paleo isn't as strict, allowing you to add in healthy carbohydrates such as sweet potatoes, spaghetti squash and winter squash.
And while your ancestors were meat-eaters, going paleo doesn't mean that you can go to town on steaks and burgers every night of the week.
Like anything else in life, there needs to be a healthy balance between nutrients. In terms of paleo, that means balancing your greens and healthy carbs with your meats.
Eating paleo the right way has major health benefits. For example, removing processed foods from your diet can help resolve autoimmune disorders, blood sugar disorders like diabetes and even help fight depression.
What are the other benefits of eating paleo?
Esther Blum, MS, RD, joins Dr. Holly to share the amazing benefits of eating paleo and why it can change your health for the better.
Articulate, passionate and humorous, Dr. Holly Lucille breaks down the myths and misconceptions about health and health related topics.
The REAL Benefits of Paleo Eating
Guest
: Esther Blum MS, RD, CDN, CNS
From the Show: Mindful Medicine
Summary: Learning how to eat like your caveman ancestors might be the best thing you can do for your health and wellness.
Air Date: 2/26/14
Duration: 10
Host: Dr. Holly Lucille, ND, RN
