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    jacoavlu
    Joined: 17 Dec 2010

    obesity, etc is pretty much everywhere, red state blue state matters little. wheat, sugar, agree, with little exception anything that is highly processed and/or has more than 5 ingredients is probably not good for you

    which is why paleo has a lot of great features, but I think the debate about animal products and health is still unsettled, and bottom line is there is never a free lunch in nature; everything choice is likely to have some downside

    for me lately it's been
    1. way more raw green vegetables (thanks vitamix)
    2. more whole foods, less processed foods (pretty much anything that comes in a box)
    3. less animal products

    trying to get off blood pressure meds, I think I'll get there. ran my first half marathon last weekend

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      mclaincausey
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      Joined: 12 Apr 2013

      Vitamix is great eh?  I am careful about green smoothies due to oxalic acid and stones, but I use Spirulina and some greens in everything.

      I do think there's an argument for at least some animals in a heart healthy diet, that being fish, the more omega 3 fats the better (unless one is a vegetarian for ideological/ethical reasons). I supplement Dr Sinatra's capsules, which have a sustainable, squid-derived non-fishy tasting "fish" oil with a good EPA/DHA profile and CoQ10. It is targeted at statin-taking heart patients, the idea being to hopefully obviate the need for statins.  I forgot to mention this component of the strategy that I've been using to get my blood in better shape. It's a late addition, but I have been supplementing fish oil for a long time in one form or another and suspect it has a significant role to play among all the other factors I added. I also read good things about cod liver oil.

      Think it, be it.

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        mclaincausey
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        Joined: 12 Apr 2013

        Oh and congrats on the half marathon!

        Think it, be it.

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          derivative666
          Joined: 30 Jan 2011

          Paleo/excercise has helped me lose 65lbs so far. This life change has been nothing short of spectacular for me. Getting so heavy was very difficult for me. It was demoralizing and debilitating. I played div 2 college basketball, was semi-pro snowboarder and was always in outstanding shape. I let myself go and was out of control. My life change has got me back in control and given me a second chance. I need to be a positive roll model for Jake.

          "Obstacles are stepping-stones That guide us to our goals"

          "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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            seanocono
            Joined: 17 Oct 2012

            Congratulations, d666. It's amazing what you've done for yourself and your family. You've demonstrated the power of hard work, perseverance, and discipline. I think you're a role model to people outside of your family, as well.

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              Giles
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 22 Sept 2009

              Amazing D666…

              "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                mclaincausey
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                Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                Seanoco couldn't have said it better, kudos. We only get one vehicle for this crazy ride and there's nothing more rewarding than making some improvements.

                Think it, be it.

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                  Finn666
                  Joined: 20 Jan 2011

                  @seanocono:

                  Congratulations, d666… I think you're a role model to people outside of your family, as well.

                  this is f_cking on point! couldn't have said it better mate…
                  thanks to Jeff, I started with the whole paleo "thing" and tbh. I couldn't be happier atm. as I am now today!

                  paleo was and still is a life changer for me! lost the few pounds I had too much (still going!) and I'm really feeling great I have to say! so far not a single downside for me...I really hope I can keep up with it when starting my life in the working class, so let's hope for that!

                  no matter what,congratulations d666!...super well done mate. I'm really looking up to you and have nothing but respect for you bro! looking forward meeting up with you in 2014 buddy (and the rest of the US bunch!) 😉

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                    derivative666
                    Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                    Is it possible to have built up a gluten intolerance?  I inadvertently ate something that had soy sauce in it (wheat, soy) and now for the last 2 days have been sick as a dog headaches, horrible gas, can't stop going to the bathroom.  Need some help really in a bad place right now.

                    "Obstacles are stepping-stones That guide us to our goals"

                    "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                      Bob
                      Banned
                      Joined: 25 Oct 2014

                      One should eat as little as one possibly can, in my experience.

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                        derivative666
                        Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                        Not on Paleo you need to eat and eat a lot especially If you are very active.

                        "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                          mclaincausey
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                          Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                          I'd move into tamari where possible D… You can definitely develop an intolerance for wheat proteins and other toxins when you train your body to eat real food!

                          Think it, be it.

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                            Maynard Friedman
                            Joined: 3 Jan 2013

                            Is anyone on here still following the paleo diet?

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                              Bob
                              Banned
                              Joined: 25 Oct 2014

                              They have probably run out of money–aren't the components of that diet relatively high on the food chain?

                              I have tried several ways of eating, and what has worked best for me is a very high percentage carbohydrate diet--mostly bread, pasta, and rice, which I know is well out of style. I'm old now, and this way of eating has kept me with (healthfully) low blood pressure, low body fat, and excellent cholesterol ratios.

                              A bonus is it very inexpensive to eat this way. Also, I travel a lot and must eat what's available. Every culture has this type of food readily available. Eat anything, sleep anywhere, and travel is a breeze. I'm an easy guest.

                              (I know this isn't for everybody, and heaven forfend the gluten.)

                              @Maynard:

                              Is anyone on here still following the paleo diet?

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                                derivative666
                                Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                I have been paleo over 2 years now

                                "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                                  Maynard Friedman
                                  Joined: 3 Jan 2013

                                  I assume you're happy with it then!

                                  last edited by 24 Dec 2014, 01:04 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                    derivative666
                                    Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                    It works for me and when I don't eat Paleo I feel like shit.

                                    "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                                      Finn666
                                      Joined: 20 Jan 2011

                                      @derivative666:

                                      …I feel like shit.

                                      that's where i am right now…need to get my ass back on track 😠

                                      last edited by 3 Jan 2015, 13:29 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                      • gratefulmelonG
                                        gratefulmelon
                                        Joined: 4 Nov 2010

                                        ^same. Today is day 2 of being back on track and I feel better already.

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                                        • llvlaglneL
                                          llvlaglne
                                          Joined: 8 Apr 2011

                                          where do you get your tabata templates/programming?

                                          "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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