Paleo Solution: The Original Human Diet

by Robb Wolf

Overview

Do you want to lose fat and stay young, all while avoiding cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and a host of other illnesses? The Paleo Solution incorporates the latest, cutting edge research from genetics, biochemistry and anthropology to help you look, feel and perform your best. Written by Robb Wolf, a research biochemist who traded in his lab coat and pocket protector for a whistle and a stopwatch to become one of the most sought after strength and conditioning coaches in the world. With Robb's unique perspective as both scientist and coach you will learn how simple nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes can radically change your appearance and health for the better.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781628602678
Publisher:	Victory Belt Publishing
Publication date:	07/25/2017
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	321,658
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Robb Wolf possesses the unique perspective of both scientist and personal trainer at NorCal Strength & Conditioning. Robb is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, a USAW Olympic Weightlifting coach and a certified CrossFit Coach. Robb worked as a research biochemist for 5 years, and did Paleolithic Diet research with Prof. Loren Cordain of Colorado State University and author of the book The Paleo Diet. Robb is also a review editor for the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism.

Table of Contents

Endorsements 4

Acknowledgments 6

Foreword 8

Prologue 11

Chapter 1 My Story, Your Story, Our Story… (Cheesy, But True) 13

Chapter 2 Hunter-Gatherers Are Us 33

Chapter 3 Knowledge is Power: But it Will Not Run a Hair Dryer 45

Chapter 4 Digestion: Where the Rubber Hits the Road 53

Chapter 5 Resistance is Futile: "What We've Got Here is Failure to Communicate" 69

Chapter 6 Grains and Leaky Gut: Or Keep Your Poop Where it Belongs 77

Chapter 7 Fat: Have a Seat; This Might Take a Little While 95

Chapter 8 Stress and Cortisol: Or Why This Book Should Be Titled "Sleep, You Big Dummy!" 113

Chapter 9 Ancestral Fitness 139

Chapter 10 Implementing the Paleo Solution: It's Easy, Really 191

Chapter 11 Tracking Your Progress 215

Chapter 12 Thirty-Day Meal Plan 231

Week 1 232

Week 2 252

Week 3 270

Week 4 284

Chapter 13 Supplements 297

Epilogue 313

References 314

Index 329

Editorial Reviews

Asserting that "modern life causes diabetes, autoimmunity, cancer, neurodegeneration, and infertility," the first-time author Wolf, a former student of The Paleo Diet's Lauren Cordain, takes on grains, carbs, vegetarians, misinformation, and other aspects of modern life with a casual, conversational tone ("Keep your poop where it belongs") that makes even topics like the components of total cholesterol engaging. Wolf's scientific background allows him to fully explain hormones, fats, and the digestive process, and helps him put the fundamentals of evolutionary biology into accessible context. He argues that, in addition to dietary changes, a focus on the quality and duration of sleep and a fitness routine is needed, and photographs accompanied by detailed instructions guide readers through simple exercises. Recognizing the time crunch of modern life, Wolf's program is created to require minimum time and expense. While a grain-free, dairy-free diet may sound difficult to implement, he suggests a commitment-light 30-day trial and provides a four-week menu with simple recipes like Slow Cooker Pork Loin, Chicken Alfredo, and Pizza with a nut-based crust. An extensive list of references, primarily from peer-reviewed journals, lends credence to an intriguing argument. (Sept.)

Publishers Weekly

"I am a firm believer in The Paleo Solution. I maintain a hectic schedule that starts early and finishes late. Filming a television series, maintaining my fitness, and being a mom can be harrowing some days. Since adopting a Paleo way of eating I look and feel better, and I know that I am setting a good example for my daughter."—Eva La Rue, star of 'CSI: Miami'

"I've watched as The Paleo Solution healed people after medical professionals had given up. Whether you're an athlete, or simply uninterested in becoming a health care statistic—there are no more excuses! Now you will finally look, feel, and perform as well as your genes will allow. Robb Wolf changed my life, and he's about to change yours too."—Kyle Maynard, author of No Excuses and 2004 ESPY Award winner

"Robb Wolf and The Paleo Solution have changed the way I look at diet and nutrition. He's helped me understand just how critical diet and sleep can be to your overall health and life."—Forrest Griffin, former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and author of the bestselling Got Fight?

"They say the worth of a book is to be measured by what you can carry away from it. The Paleo Solution's value is far reaching for the knowledge that it offers. Robb has taken a unique approach to health and lifestyle that will help countless people."—John Welbourn, 10-Year NFL Veteran

From the Publisher

In his 2002 book, The Paleo Diet, Loren Cordain (health & exercise science, Colorado State Univ.) outlined a diet high in low-fat proteins, fruits, and vegetables combined with exercise in order to be more fit and avoid "modern" illnesses such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Cordain was Wolf's mentor. Wolf (co-owner of a fitness center in California and cofounder of the nutritional and athletic training journal The Performance Menu) proposes a diet of 15 meats, 15 vegetables, five fats, and 20 herbs and spices; provides a 30-day meal plan with menus and 60 simple but tasty-looking recipes; and includes a basic "Lifeline" exercise program including squats, lunges, and wall push-ups as well as some moves involving weights. VERDICT With chapter titles like "Grains and Leaky Gut or Keep Your Poop Where It Belongs," Wolf's pervasively jocular writing style won't appeal to everyone. The lack of an index also makes it hard to get to the specifics of this diet and fitness program. Cordain's book is better organized and easier to access, but readers wanting a cheerleader will be introduced here to what is thought to be a valid diet program. Recommended for general readers.—Marcia Welsh, Dartmouth Coll. Libs., Hanover, NH

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