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The Secret of Keeping Paleo without Cheating
“I feel great when I’m Paleo, but I just can’t resist cheating sometimes.”
Does this sound like you?
Yeah, this was me not that long ago.
In this article, I’m going to show you how I managed, in 5 simple steps, to actually stop wanting to cheat!
Refreshing Cucumber Celery Lime Smoothie
Would you like a splash of vodka with that?
Yes, please!
I actually made this as a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, but the idea of adding alcohol to this drink definitely crossed my mind while I was savoring it! And if you’re wondering whether alcohol is Paleo or not, then you should take a look at this great video.
Are You Eating the Right Type of Celery? – Heart, Root, or Seeds?
Isn’t Celery Just Celery?
I was actually really lucky growing up – my mum cooked a lot, and so I got to know common fruits and vegetables (and even some exotic ones) pretty well. However, I have to admit, I was was really confused when it came to celery. I had eat celery plenty as a kid, but I had always called it “celery.” So what the heck were hearts and roots?
<h3What’s the difference between Celery, Celery Heart, and Celery Root?
7 Surprising Reasons Why Your Microwave is Your Paleo BFF
CAVEMEN DID NOT USE A MICROWAVE!
Yeah, I’m fully aware of the fact that microwaves were not around in prehistoric times. In fact, they were invented by Percy Spencer shortly afer WW2, and the first one was sold in 1947.
So, why is it ok (and in fact, really good) for us to use a microwave when our ancestors managed to live perfect fine without it?
Well, below are my 7 top reasons (I’ve tried to keep too much physics out of it, although the physics of how a microwave oven works is what will really open your eyes to just how OK using a microwave is).
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Simple Mint Tea
What Can You Drink on Paleo?
There are more drinks than just water, soda, and fruit juices in this world!
Tea is a great option on Paleo, and it’s especially great if you make your own fresh tea from various herbs.
I’ve had mint tea in Middle Eastern restaurants many times before, and I finally got around to making it at home the other day. It’s soooo easy!
How One Food Might Save My Life
I am allergic to life!
I’m not kidding! I’ve suffered from various mysterious allergic reactions for most of my life.
I’ve gone to school with random swollen knee joints, swollen eyes, half a swollen lip, rashes across my hands and back, red blotches on my face and neck, etc. It kinda sounds like I was beaten up a lot, but there was no bruising, just large red swollen patches.
For decades I tried to figure out the cause.
The doctors first thought I had chillblains when I was 11 years old and my knee and elbow joints kept swelling up. My mum threw away a brand new air-freshener from my bedroom because she thought that was the cause of it.
A friend told me that I had a very dire disease because my red blotches didn’t go away when they put a glass on it (I was terrified for a week!). During my first year of college, I stopped eating mushrooms for a year because I thought I was allergic to those (I wasn’t).
And recently, I went to 3 allergy specialists in New York City and had every pinprick test possible (I tested positive for just about everything)!
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Paleo Chocolate Coffee Coconut Truffle Desserts
No Cooking, Super Fast, Totally Delicious
This is one of my favorite desserts ever, and you can make it into any flavor you want – it doesn’t have to be coffee-flavored or chocolatey.
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Chayote Squash Curry Saute
I was in the grocery store a couple days ago, and a woman was pushing a pram (a stroller, for those of you who don’t speak British). Her son (I assume) – about 5 or 6 years old was sitting in it and yelling over and over and over again, “Can I watch TV when we get home? Can I watch TV when we get home? Can I watch TV when we get home?”
He apparently knew what he was doing, because the poor woman finally snapped out a very loud and emphatic “YES.”
During this entire time, the checkout assistant was silently scanning item after item of processed food (cereal boxes, frozen meals, sodas, etc.) from the woman’s cart. Beep. Beep. Beep. Barcode after barcode after barcode.
Yes. I was literally about to go insane.
And yet I feel kinda sorry for the woman and the kid, because I really do wonder how much better behaved and less hyper that kid might be with a bit of proper food and nutrition. I’m not trying to judge, but I do wonder.
My adventure didn’t quite end there, though. As soon as the woman left, the assistant turned to my groceries, and I could tell that something changed in his eyes (I think, in retrospect, that it was fear).
I think he was terrified that my food had no barcodes. Just a bunch of thin, clear, plastic bags.
“What’s this?” The assistant turned and asked me as he fumbled for his code book.
It was basil.
Paleo Salad Recipe
It’s easy to forget just how easy salads are! Throw everything into a bowl, add olive oil and vinegar (balsamic, apple cider, lemon juice, lime juice), and toss.
Paleo Fish Curry
I am sooo into curry right now!
They’re delicious, full of flavor, packed with nutrients, and so easy to make!
This fish curry has quickly become one of my all time favorites.
Paleo Fruit Salad
It’s summer and there are a lot of fruits in season, and I wanted to make the most of it before winter rolls around again!
Paleo Potato Egg Salad
I really wasn’t sure what to call this dish – it’s kind of a salad, but I like it served warm.
And if you’re wondering what potatoes are doing on a Paleo blog, then read this: Why Aren’t Potatoes Paleo?
Paleo Chinese Cauliflower Fried Rice
I wanted to make a more traditional Chinese fried rice recipe, and so I decided to add in cubed carrots and peas. If you want a spicier and more fancy recipe for cauliflower rice, then try this one.
If you’re wondering whether peas are Paleo, then check out this article (same reason as green beans). If you’re wondering about soy sauce, then check out this article.
This Paleo Chinese fried rice recipe is great as a whole meal by itself. But if you want an easy side dish, then try making white cauliflower rice instead – it’s perfect to accompany curries or stews.
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Paleo Quail Egg Salad
I decided to make a simple quail egg salad with soft boiled quail eggs, butter lettuce, grape tomato (because they’re the same size and shape as quail eggs), grated carrots, and bacon bits. You can essentially add quail eggs to any salad you want.
If you’re wondering what quail eggs are and why you should (or not) eat them, check out these 3 Little Known Facts About the Health and Taste of Quail Eggs.
3 Little Known Facts About the Health and Taste of Quail Eggs
Lately I’ve seen Quail Eggs everywhere!
They’re in recipes, on restaurant menus, in stores, and on Facebook. It’s like the world went quail egg crazy!
Are they healthier? Do they taste better? What is it???
So, I thought I’d cook them to see what all the fuss was about.
Along the way, I did some digging (on the internet) and found these 3 little known facts about Quail Eggs.
Check out this easy quail egg salad as well.