The Official 7 Shades of Paleo Classification System
First Shade of Paleo –The Militant Paleo (Also known as “That Guy”)
We all know at least one of these dudes or dudettes – these are the people on the forums that can find fault in every paleo diet – except their own. They hunt their own meat, gather berries, climb trees to harvest nuts, and make dinner outside over the fire pit (or at least that’s what they tell you). This is all well and good, but for most of us – their reality is not one that we can live in. I liken this to the raw vegans or better yet, the fruititarians – a little over the top, and slightly insane. **Disclaimer** If this you I apologize – please refer to the “That Guy” post linked above and know that we love you, but we just can’t live like you. Have mercy on us. And PS – the internet is SO NOT PALEO!!
Second Shade of Paleo – The Autoimmune Paleo
For some people just being paleo, although great, is not enough to optimize health and really start feeling good. Individuals with autoimmune conditions or advanced health issues often need to take things a step further and this is where the paleo autoimmune protocol comes in. For those in this shade eggs, nuts, and nightshade vegetables are added to the list of foods to avoid. It is more difficult for some to follow – but trust me it works!
Third Shade of Paleo – The Low-Carb Paleo
The low-carb paleo approach is also fairly popular and is a great shade for improving many health issues and for getting lean. This approach consists of eating primarily meat, healthy fats and non-starchy vegetables. You won’t find ‘safe starches’ (sweet potatoes, yams, roots and tubers, etc.), fruit or high amounts of nuts and avocado. This is a protocol that is often cycled in and out of based on goals and individual response.
Fourth Shade of Paleo – The Lacto-Paleo (Also known as Primal)
This one is exactly what the name implies. The lacto-paleo follows a traditional paleo style of eating but includes dairy products. Now, we’re not talking just any dairy products (READ: Cheez-whiz, Coffeemate, Kraft Singles, and Ben & Jerry’s, do not fall under this umbrella). The optimal choices here are organic, grassfed, whole (full-fat) dairy products. Skim milk and Yoplait light need not apply.
Fifth Shade of Paleo – The 80/20 Paleo (Also known as the Weekday Paleo)
This is my personal favorite shade and I would guess it’s where the bulk of us probably fall. Basically stated, we eat clean paleo about 80-90 percent of the time and the other 10-20 percent we eat what would be considered non-paleo foods. This could mean some cheese, wine, ice cream, etc. This is a SANE and healthy approach as long as the 20 percent is kept under control (this does not mean a 4 hour food fest that starts with Dunkin Donuts, moves on to Dominos and ends with Dairy Queen).
Sixth Shade of Paleo – The Vegetarian Paleo (Also known as ‘Difficult’)
As paleo becomes more highly publicized for its health benefits we’re starting to see greater interest from vegetarians and even vegans that want to go paleo. This is a tough bunch for the obvious reason – NO MEAT! Yeah, the protein options just got up and left. In some cases eggs are a go – but in others – no animal products at all. I know you’re all thinking – “Well there’s no way this is even possible.” And from an evolutionary standpoint you’re likely correct. However, there are still some individuals that want to ‘be paleo’ without meat. To make this work; properly prepared beans and legumes, fermented soy, nuts and seeds make up a bulk of the protein. On a ‘textbook’ paleo diet this wouldn’t fly. Is it possible to be vegetarian or vegan and be ‘paleo’? Well, not really – in fact, I would say not. What is possible is to eat whole, clean foods, (this means no Tofurky, Boca Burgers, or hybrid vegetarian/vegan processed foods). This is going to look similar to a raw vegan approach. Is it ideal? No, but it’s a start.
Seventh Shade of Paleo – The “I Decide” Paleo (Also known as the WTF Paleo)
Yeah, we all know this guy (gal), or maybe it’s even you sometimes… It goes something like this – the WTF paleo says, “Yeah, I’ve been strict paleo for like a year now but I’m just not seeing or feeling the results.” Okay, maybe… But let’s consider an ‘average day’ of ‘strict paleo’ for this person – Breakfast: Eggs and Bacon. Mid-morning – Starbucks latte with 3 sugar packets and a Kind Bar. Lunch – Burger (no bun) with mayo, ketchup and mustard and a side of sweet potato fries. Mid-afternoon – Gluten free cupcake and a handful of trail mix. Dinner – Order of wings, steak, mashed potatoes, 2 Bud Lights and coconut ice cream for dessert… So, I think you get my point on this one. It’s sort of like saying you’re a vegan but eating steak every other week and wearing alligator skin boots – questionable at best.
There you have it – now paleo has a handy classification system to help clear up some of the confusion. Seriously though, remember that paleo is not a religion – there is no paleo heaven or paleo hell. If your ‘shade’ of paleo isn’t on this chart, but works for you, your health and your goals then it doesn’t matter what the Militant Paleo says. Find the hue that’s right for you – there is no ‘one perfect formula’ for everyone – start with the basics and experiment until you find your perfect shade. Your body and your sanity will thank you.
The autoimmune paleo, interessant! Ich leide unter mehreren auto-immunen Erkrankungen (Hashimoto, Vitligo). Gibt es dazu nähere Infos?
Lustige Einteilung, ich bin eher ein Lacto-Paleo, gemischt mit mindestens 80/20, also darf ich mich auch nicht wirklich so nennen
In nahezu allen Paleo-Büchern findet Du Hinweise zum Autoimmunthemenfeld. Einschlägig verdächtig sind Phytochemika in Getreiden, Hülsenfrüchten und Nachtschattengewächsen. Zum Einlesen eignet sich m.E. vor allem "The Paleo Diet" von Loren Cordain sowie das neue Buch von ihm "The Paleo Answer", das ebenfalls ein umfangreiches Kapital zu Autoimmunkrankheiten hat.
The Official 7 Shades of Paleo Classification System
Muß sich heute jeder, der auf vernünftige Ernährung wert legt paläo nennen? So wie früher an jeder Jeans Levis dran stehen musste, um hip zu sein?
Ich finde mich schon unter "the vegetarian palaeo" wieder, wäre aber im Leben nicht darauf gekommen, das was ich esse so zu bezeichnen. Wobei, wahrscheinlich interessierts eh niemanden...
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[leaving] extending the comfort zone
Man könnte das ganze auch einfach "natürliche" Ernährung nennen um vom Sektierertum wegzukommen. Das Problem sind ja an sich diese fixen Ideen. Allein der Gedanke, dass alles was die Urmenschen gegessen haben, grundsätzlich einmal gesund ist, und alles was an Nahrungsmitteln neu dazu kam böse, ist doch per se eine hinterfragenswürdige Prämisse. Rohes Fleisch zB könnte nach letzten Medienberichten zu einem erhöhten Krebsrisiko führen. Dauernd Mammut zu essen (rotes Paläo-Wildfleisch!) ist also vielleicht gar nicht so super. Und ich wette, man kann viele Studien finden, die der Paläolehre im Einzelfall widersprechen. Gegen eine natürliche Ernährung im besten Sinne kann niemand etwas haben. Gegen das geschlossene Paläo Weltbild an sich aber schon. Aber sorry ist hier wohl wieder off topic und ein reines Miesmacherposting. Mich nerven einfach diese letztlich rein weltanschaulichen Streitereien.
Der gute Mann (Arzt) war bereits 10 Jahre vor dem berühmten Essay von Eaton/Konner im New England Journal of Medicine bereits schon auf die wesentlichen Aspekte gekommen (zumindest was das Inhaltverzeichnis thematisch ankündigt...)
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