The Complete Paleo Diet Food List
This Paleo diet food list will help you make healthy food choices to prepare nutrient-dense, wholesome Paleo meals.
Whilst you’re probably aware of the massive weight loss & health benefits you could enjoy from this way of eating, can you change your eating habits to include only the foods allowed on this Paleo diet food list?
And, do you think you can cut the 3 most offensive foods from your diet?
- Sugars
- Grains
- Refined polyunsaturated vegetable oils
If you can, you’ll be amazed at the encouraging health and weight loss results this way of eating delivers.
Furthermore, I’m not surprised there are so many happy Paleo converts who have enjoyed the benefits of sticking to the foods allowed on the Paleo food list.
There’s a fundamental lack of acknowledgment that what we eat influences our health
And the solution isn’t in prescription drugs or supplements
The answer lies in eating wholesome, nutrient-dense foods found in this Paleo food list
The hardest thing, however, about losing weight on the Paleo diet, is avoiding the “not allowed foods” on this Paleo diet food list.
If you can do that, which is easy if you have enough tempting Paleo meal options available (so as not to derail your healthy eating plan), you’ll be well on your way to a slimmer & healthier body.
- This food list will help you choose only Paleo-approved foods to enable you to hopefully enjoy all the possible health and weight loss benefits you can get by eating this way.
- Don’t be put off by the number of foods that you are not allowed to eat as there’s a vast range of 100% Paleo-approved foods which will allow you to prepare a huge variety of delicious dishes.
- Want to jump straight in? Then download this collection of delicious Paleo recipes that you can use to start preparing healthy Paleo meals right away.
- This 14-Day Paleo Diet Plan (free) may be useful to use as a guide to adapting to the Paleo way of eating.
Paleo Diet Food List – Foods You Can & Cannot Eat
Allowed On Paleo | Not Allowed On Paleo |
The Paleo diet food list is big on fresh vegetables, especially the green leafy type such as Lettuce, Spinach, Kale, Beet, Swiss Chard, Watercress, Turnip Greens, Seaweeds, Rocket, and Rapini. OtPaleo-approvedoved vegetables include Celery, Broccoli, Bell Peppers, Onions, Leeks, Eggplants, Cauliflower, Asparagus, Cucumber, Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Artichokes, Avocados. You can also include Root vegetables in your diet such as Carrots, Beets, Turnips, Parsnips, Rutabaga, Sweet Potatoes, Yams. Squash including butternut squash, spaghetti squash, pumpkin, buttercup squash (preferably organic) |
Grains are bad news for your health & not allowed on the Paleo diet food list, so avoid them like the plague. They can be found in most Cereals, Wheat, Barley, Bread, Rye, Biscuits, Wheat Thins, Crackers, Oatmeal, Cream of wheat, Corn, Corn syrup, Pancakes, Hash browns, Beer, Pasta & anything containing that toxic gluten |
Beef, Pork, Bacon, Lamb, Veal, Mutton (preferably grass-fed and free range) as well as Game Meat such as Deer, Pheasant, Duck, Rabbit, Wild Turkey. |
All sugars (often found in so called “fat free” products), Artificial Sweeteners, Fruit Juices, Soft Drinks such as Coke, Fanta, Sprite etc., Pastries, Pizza (Cauliflower Pizza Crust is a healthy Paleo option), Pasta( Paleo Approved Pasta like this is fine), White Potatoes (Cauliflower Mash is a healthy alternative), Cakes, Rice (Cauliflower Rice is a healthy option), Bread (Gluten-Free Paleo Bread is fine), Burgers, Fast Foods, Processed Meats, Chips, Pancakes (Paleo Approved Pancakes are fine), Pretzels, Mayonaise (Non-Vegetable Oil Mayo is fine) |
Salmon, Tuna, Trout, Bass, Sole, Haddock, Cod, Mackerel, Anchovy, Herring & Shellfish including Crab, Lobster, Shrimps, Scallops, Clams, Oysters & Mussels | Milk (Goat, Coconut or Almond Milk is allowed on Paleo but if you drink cow’s milk make sure it is the full cream option), Cheese, Cottage cheese, Fat-Free dairy creamer, Fat-Free Milk, 2% Low Fat Milk, Dairy spreads, Cream Cheese, Powdered Milk, Puddings, Ice Cream |
Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Goose (preferably free range) |
Potatoes, Yucca, Batata, Butternut squash (Pumpkin has a lower sugar content than Butternut), Acorn Squash |
Oils & fats such as Omega-3, Olive Oil, Coconut Oils, Avocado oil, Avocados, Butter, Ghee, Lard, Tallow, Duck Fat, Fatty Fishes (Sardines, Mackerel, Salmon which are rich in Omega-3), Nut Butter |
Refined Vegetable Oils (not to be confused with healthy Plant Oil variety such as Coconut Oil etc.) contain large amounts of those harmful trans-fats & Omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids which are found in oils such as Sunflower Oil, Canola Oil, Soybean Oil, Corn Oil, Cottonseed Oil, Safflower Oil |
Bananas (be careful of eating too many as they are very high in sugar content), Apples, Oranges, Berries (which include strawberry, cranberry, cranberry, blueberry, blackberry), Grapefruit, Pears, Peaches, Nectarines, Plums, Pomegranates, Pineapple, Papaya, Grapes, Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Cherries, Apricots, Water Mellon, Kiwi Fruit, Lemon, Lime, Lychee, Mango, Tangerine, Coconuts, Figs, Dates, Olives (organic is best) |
Salt is bad for you & you should avoid having it on food especially when you’re tempted to load it on meals that are traditionally covered in it such as fries & eggs. Also avoid processed meats such as hot dogs, polony & other salty low quality meats. |
Ginger, Garlic, Turmeric, Pepper (Black Pepper & Cayenne Pepper) Cumin, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Paprika, Vanilla, Chilies – Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Lavender, Mint, Basil, Chives, Tarragon, Oregano, Dill, Bay Leaves, Coriander |
Beer, Whiskey, Tequila, Cane Spirits, Gin, Rum, Vodka, etc. |
Almonds, Pecan Nuts, Walnuts, Almonds, Hazel Nuts, Brazil Nuts, Sunflower Seeds, Sesame Seeds, Chia seeds, Flax Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, and Pine Nuts – avoid peanuts as they aren’t nuts but legumes that are not Paleo-approved |
Legumes include all beans such as Butter Beans, Black Beans, Broad Beans, Kidney Beans, etc., as well as Peas, Peanuts, Lentils, Soybeans, Tofu, Soya (Soy) |
PS. People often ask is Almond Milk on the Paleo diet?
The answer is that while cow’s milk is not allowed, almond milk is Paleo approved.
Furthermore, almond milk is an excellent alternative as it has less calories and fat, it’s lactose-free, and rich in nutrients like vitamin E and calcium.
And, almond milk is also high in riboflavin, or vitamin B2, which helps maintain a healthy metabolism.
Borderline Paleo Foods
Some foods can be considered as borderline, or falling into the grey area, when it comes to the Paleo diet food list as they aren’t 100% Paleo approved but also OK in moderation. These foods include the following;
- Dairy – whilst dairy should be avoided on Paleo, especially if you have gut issues, sensitive to lactose or you are gluten intolerant, you should only consume organic diary from grass-fed, pasture raised cows or fermented dairy, such as kefir and traditional yogurt. Also best to avoid the fat-free versions as they contain loads of sugar.
- Pseudo grains – Paleo & gluten-free aren’t exactly the same thing so whilst amaranth, buckwheat & quinoa don’t contain gluten they should only be eaten in moderation.
- Coffee in moderation is fine as long as you leave out the sugar.
- Natural sweeteners such as raw honey, maple syrup, molasses, dried fruit & dark chocolate can be eaten in moderation (although they’re only slightly better than sugar in the bloodstream) but artificial sweeteners are just that – artificial, which is definitely not Paleo approved.
- Gluten-free treats – you’ll see gluten-free cookies, breads & cakes on the supermarket shelves but be careful as they often contain loads of sugar to make them taste good.
- Alcohol in the form of dry red or white wine & clean spirits that are non-grain based can be taken in moderation.
- Safe carbs such as sweet potatoes, plantain, yucca, tapioca, white potatoes and white rice are low in anti-nutrients, such as phytates, and can be eaten in moderation although not strictly Paleo.
Paleo Foods For a Daily Menu
– Breakfast – You can start with a grapefruit and then have some free range eggs, which are healthy and always a winner on the Paleo diet plan.
So whether you make yourself a delicious smoothie bowl, a tasty omelet or just fry a couple in olive oil with some tomatoes. Other Paleo breakfast options involve Paleo pancakes as well as Paleo oats
– Mid-Morning Snack – Having a slice of lean beef, nuts and berries as well as a little fruit.
– Lunch – A healthy easy-to-make lunch could be something like a chicken Caesar salad with olive oil dressing followed by green tea – Mid-Afternoon Snack – An apple with some nuts and berries
– Supper – Grill or barbeque a grass-fed steak fillet and have it with some green beans and mashed cauliflower followed by a bowl of blueberries, raisins & almonds.
Although it’s not strictly Paleo, a glass of wine won’t hurt as you are allowed up to 3 “non-Paleo” foods every week.
This is just an example of how you could structure your daily eating plan according to the Paleo food list and there is obviously an amazing amount of choice and food options with this way of eating.
Why Paleo Is Grain & Gluten Free
Also remember that Paleo is grain & gluten-free so anything containing gluten is not permitted on the Paleo diet.
Gluten containing grains such as wheat, barley & rye can be particularly damaging to your health especially to Celiac disease sufferers or those how have had Celiac disease.
In fact all grains contain lectins which are particularly hard on the gut causing inflammation & irritation resulting in bloating and other intestinal problems and general ill health – a healthy gut equals a healthy body.
Lastly, the Paleo way of eating should not be seen as boring or restrictive as it is anything but that… The Paleo diet food list is packed with an enormous & diverse variety of nutritious & tasty Paleo approved foods that you can enjoy with every meal.
Disclaimer: Whilst the Paleo diet is well known for the spectacular weight loss results many Paleo eaters have enjoyed, it should be noted that the type & amount of foods ingested, rates of metabolism as well as levels & intensity of exercise will vary from person to person which can have a significant affect on their individual results when it comes to losing weight.
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- Paleo Recipes
A starter-kit of tasty Paleo recipes - Breads & Pizza
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Healthy nutritional smoothies that promote weight-loss & taste great – see the amazing results ordinary people have achieved on this diet. - Customized Meal Plan
Low-carb, high-fat recipes combined with a personalized meal plan which you can download for free here.
Everyone starts off with the best intentions but sooner or later you’ll crave a treat or pizza or some other temptation that’ll derail your healthy eating plan.
But with these resources you can indulge, guilt-free, without it damaging your healthy eating plan at all.
So, no excuses!
I am very impressed with the information provided.keep it up doctor!
Can one eat grapes and mutton any time?