Which is why I follow a ‘Pegan’ (Paleo Vegan) way of eating, as devised by Mark Hyman. This program is
low in glycemic index foods with a focus more on proteins and fats, think nuts, seeds, coconut, avocados, evoo. Protein gives appetite control and enables us to build and maintain muscle, eating nuts and seeds lower the risk of developing heart disease and diabetes
full of the omega 3 fats to lower inflammation and for heart health
loaded with and mostly plant based, providing high phytonutrient context protective of most diseases
avoids dairy except occasional goat or sheep products
avoids gluten, for my gut health and to keep autoimmunity in check this is vital, gluten does increase a substance called zonulin which makes us more likely to develop ‘leaky gut’ or intestinal permeability, leading to brain fog, fatigue, allergies, mood changes, autoimmunity
low in grains and legumes, they raise blood sugar and can still trigger autoimmunity
includes sustainably raised animal products (which I understand is a personal and ethical choice) as a condiment not a main course – vegetables should take centre stage and meat as a side dish for our overall health and sustainability
sugar and alcohol are occasional indulgences
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