Paleo Food Staple #2: Vegetables<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFruit and vegetables are like two peas in a pod, so it should come as no <\/em>surprise to hear that it\u2019s our next paleo food staple. Though we\u2019re sure you already eat vegetables, when it comes to a paleo diet, the trick is to buy fresh vegetables (preferably from local, seasonal sources) that are full to the brim with nutrients and fiber. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYour vegetables will be the main source of your carbohydrate intake, so it\u2019s very important to make sure that you are filling a big portion of your daily diet with fiber-rich veggies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top tip: Try to avoid vegetables that are very high in sugar and starch, and instead opt for hydrating and cruciferous vegetables such as celery, radish, kale, broccoli, cucumbers, carrots, and Brussel sprouts!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nPaleo Food Staple #3: Fermented Foods<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAlongside your yummy fruits and vegetables, another food staple that you\u2019ll need to incorporate into your paleo lifestyle is small amounts of fermented foods. Though the name might sound a little off-putting, fermented foods are super high in probiotics, which are the healthy bacteria that help to contribute to good gut health and digestion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Probiotics have also been shown to help improve mood, and are able to strengthen our immune systems by fighting off any and all bad bacteria, while also helping to increase the number of nutrients our bodies are able to absorb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top tip:<\/em> Natural yogurt, pickled vegetables, and kimchi are great options to start off with, particularly for those who do not like the sound of eating fermented foods.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\nPaleo Food Staple #4: Healthy Oils and Fats<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMaking sure that you\u2019re getting enough oils and fats are essential to your paleo diet. Besides contributing to the healthy balance and regulation of hormones, oils and fats are also needed to make sure that your nervous system and brain are able to function correctly. In addition to this, they also help to keep skin soft, lower inflammation, and contribute to a youthful and radiant complexion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top tip: Only consume healthy oils and fats such as coconut, olive, and grapeseed oils. You could also opt for bacon fat, avocado meat, and organic butter if you\u2019d like something a little more filling or satisfying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Paleo Food Staple #5: Fish<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nNext up? You\u2019re going to need to make sure that you\u2019re getting enough fatty acids, and this is where fish comes into the mix. Besides being enriched with fats such as omega-3 fatty acids that are able to improve mental agility and balance cholesterol levels, these fats are vital to supporting the overall functioning of your skin, eye, and bone health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top tip: For the best results, make sure that you are sticking to fish that have low levels of mercury, as high levels of mercury have been linked to brain, kidney, and nervous system damage. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n