Is Popcorn Paleo Friendly? Popcorn is seen by many as a low-calorie way to curb hunger. Especially when eaten plain with no salt or butter. And of course, you just can’t watch a movie without grabbing a bag of the stuff, right? However, a lot of questions have been left unanswered. Like whether popcorn should be a part of your Paleo lifestyle, or whether it fits into Paleo goals at all. What is Popcorn Exactly? Popcorn comes from a specific type of maize called, wouldn’t you know it, popping corn. This corn is specifically bred to create kernels that pop. So only popping corn can make that mov ..read more

Is Oatmeal Paleo? Most of us have sampled some sort of oatmeal creation in our lifetime, whether it’s cookies, oatmeal in the morning, or a family recipe for baked oatmeal squares. In fact, many people tout oats as one of the best breakfast foods for you. Should we follow along and grab a bowl of oats every day, or should we be a bit more cautious about adding oatmeal to our daily Paleo lifestyle? Is oatmeal considered paleo?   What Is Oatmeal? When you think of oats, you probably don’t think of true oats. You likely envision something called “rolled oats,” which are the most common varie ..read more

V8 Juice has been a persistent presence on grocery store shelves since 1948. Regarded by some as a convenient way to “drink your vegetables” when you’re on the go. It’s sometimes questioned as Paleo-friendly due to its nutrient makeup, packaging, and the fact that it is a processed food. Let’s start by deconstructing a can of V8. What Is V8 Vegetable Juice? The original V8 was essentially water and tomato concentrate. Along with a reconstituted vegetable juice blend that includes the concentrate of eight vegetables: beets, celery, carrots, lettuce, parsley, watercress, spinach, and tomato. How ..read more

Can I Drink Beer On the Paleo Diet? Almost anywhere you go in the world, one thing you’re likely to be able to find is beer, but is beer paleo? In fact, that’s one of the beer’s largest draws—it can be fun to try to sample as many exotic varieties and microbrews as you can find. What is beer, anyway? Beer is one of the oldest drinks in human history, dating back more than 7,000 years to ale, its most ancient form. In fact, some historians credit the making of beer as humanity’s first step toward technological advancement, since water wasn’t always safe to drink. For the most part, beer is made ..read more

Vinegar has been filling bottles since the Babylonians crafted it from fermenting fruits in 5,000 B.C. Vinegar is created by using a bacterial “starter” that converts ethanol into acetic acid (the primary ingredient). It is the acetic acid, which gives its unique characteristics. Vinegar can be made from any product containing ethanol. This includes wine, champagne, cider, or even beer. In addition to its characteristic acetic acid; Other components in vinegar include vitamins and minerals and a variety of distinct flavor compounds. Health Benefits of Vinegar In addition to making our food tas ..read more

Beta-carotene is a carotenoid, which is often thought of as a form of vitamin A itself. Beta-carotene is a carotenoid,  one of a group of plant pigments known to have antioxidant and other effects. This is a substance in plants that’s quickly converted into vitamin A inside the body.  Having normal levels of vitamin A is key for good vision, strong immunity, and general health.Why do people take beta-carotene? Beta-carotene has become popular in part because it’s an antioxidant — a substance that may protect cells from damage. A number of studies show that people who e ..read more

Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. From England to China to India to Australia, tea is a common hot beverage and for good reason, let alone does tea contain soft flavor tones, but also a wide range of health benefits.     Two of the most popular teas worldwide are green tea and oolong tea. Both teas are considered “true” teas and are highly recognized for their health benefits in traditional medicine. Recently, these teas have been increasingly researched for their health antioxidants and benefits for a wide range of maladies.  Both oolong tea and green ..read more

This recipe not only smells heavenly and is undoubtedly delicious, but it is very versatile. It can be used as a trail mix, or add some almond milk for delicious breakfast granola. Maple Vanilla Toasted Trail Mix Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Print Ingredients ½ cup toasted coconut flakes ½ cup raw almond slices ½ cup raw pecans halves ¼ cup golden raisins ¼ cup dried cranberries ¼ cup raw pumpkin seeds 2 Tablespoons coconut oil, melted 2-3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutm ..read more

Cinnamon rolls are a go-to staple for a gooey, delicious treat for breakfast or really anytime. I love the smell of the warm cinnamon wafting through the house. As you know, traditional Paleo cinnamon rolls are extremely high in processed sugar, processed flour and usually contain hydrogenated vegetable oil also known as trans fat (which isn’t healthy at any quantity).   If you like to buy cinnamon rolls from a tube (yes, they are delicious), you might want to think again. Bread products in the refrigerator (in the cute little tubes) are one of the highest concentrations of hydrogenated ..read more

  This recipe embodied everything that is great about the colder weather.   Delicious sweet potatoes alongside tangy cranberries all baked into warm, flavorful scones-can’t you just picture these on the table while the snow falls outside the window?!?   Made with coconut flour, tapioca flour, and almonds, this recipe is completely gluten-free yet has so many great flavors because of the flour substitutes. Sweet Potato Scone Ingredients Coconut sugar replaces any refined sugars and since there is no butter, these scones are also dairy-free (and it is very hard to find a tast ..read more