{"id":365,"date":"2016-02-08T08:35:23","date_gmt":"2016-02-08T08:35:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/yumpaleo.com\/blog\/?p=365"},"modified":"2016-02-08T08:37:15","modified_gmt":"2016-02-08T08:37:15","slug":"tips-for-paleo-neophytes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yumpaleo.com\/blog\/tips-for-paleo-neophytes\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Paleo Neophytes"},"content":{"rendered":"

With anything new, we need that extra boost to get started. <\/p>\n

We need a little bit of direction, especially if it\u2019s something that we\u2019re not familiar with and has a structure of some sort.<\/p>\n

A diet is something that you need to be conscious about and sometimes it\u2019s easier when you keep these reminders in check:<\/p>\n

1. Make a list of the ingredients you need for your paleo meals before you go to the store.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

It\u2019s hard enough trying not to get tempted to stray towards the forbidden aisles!<\/p>\n

2. Never go to the grocery hungry.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

When you\u2019re hungry, you tend to reach for whatever is nearest you. And most often than not, when you\u2019re shopping, there are more junk around than the healthy stuff.<\/p>\n

3. Bring your own snacks!<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Bring pre-packed healthy munchies everywhere you go. This way, you\u2019re more economical and more disciplined.<\/p>\n

4. Befriend you local butcher.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

It always helps to make the right friends. <\/p>\n

Make it a point to ask him about the meat they\u2019re selling like where it comes from, what do they get fed, things like that. <\/p>\n

If you befriend him, he\u2019ll likely tell you about secrets as well– secret sales and all that.<\/p>\n

5. Avoid the bakery at all times! <\/strong><\/p>\n

No matter how strong you think you are, don\u2019t test it against the buttery scent of croissants and cookies.<\/p>\n

6. Don\u2019t think of it as giving up your favorite dishes. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Try still making them except Paleo friendly! You don\u2019t have to miss the taste of it.<\/p>\n

7. Slow cooker is your friend.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

There are loads of paleo recipes you can make with it.<\/p>\n

8. Prepare meals ahead of time.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

When you plan your menu for the next day or even the entire week, it helps you declutter your mind and it also keeps you excited about what you\u2019re going to eat. <\/p>\n

You build anticipation instead of anxiety.<\/p>\n

9. Be practical. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Organic can be pretty expensive especially in the meat section. If you can\u2019t afford those, it\u2019s fine! <\/p>\n

Just make sure you\u2019re substituting good quality ingredients, even in your choice of produce.<\/p>\n

10. Cook by batches.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

No matter how good a planner you are, sometimes plans fall through, and when they do, you don\u2019t want to be caught in a panic at meal time with nothing paleo-friendly on the menu. <\/p>\n

Stock your fridge or your freezer with an emergency paleo meal from a leftover batch from the last time you cooked.<\/p>\n

11. Open your mind.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Being on a diet can be restricting and you don\u2019t need to add undue pressure by being picky with what you can eat. <\/p>\n

Be open to try new things–new vegetables, new fruits, new meat dishes, etc.<\/p>\n

12. Keep non-paleo food out of sight.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

In your house, if you have kids or a partner who doesn\u2019t keep the same diet as you do, it\u2019s better to segregate your goods. <\/p>\n

Put theirs in a place where they can access it easily, but that\u2019s out of your range of sight.<\/p>\n

13. Get used to drinking water. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Water is good! Try not to drink sugary drinks anymore.<\/p>\n

14. Opt for local restaurants.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

If you need to eat out, choose the small restaurants in your area. <\/p>\n

Get to know the menu, get to know the chef if you can. This builds rapport with the staff and management, and it\u2019ll be easier to choose food that\u2019s friendly to your diet. <\/p>\n

They might even be more inclined to tailor some to your needs as well later on.<\/p>\n

15. Take it slowly. <\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019re not in a race to win \u201cthe fastest paleo transformation\u201d award. <\/p>\n

If you need to take gradual steps, then do so. <\/p>\n

Do what feels right for your body. After all, you\u2019re trying to develop a lifestyle, a habit, and it can take some time.<\/p>\n

Try these Paleo recipes! <\/p>\n

VIP Members can also check out the ONLY Paleo Recipe Library Endorsed By Weight-Loss Specialist Dr. Eric Wood, ND<\/a> <\/h3>\n\"Facebook\"<\/a>\"twitter\"<\/a>\"reddit\"<\/a>\"pinterest\"<\/a>\"linkedin\"<\/a>\"mail\"<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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