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The paleolithic diet, also known as the paleo diet, is a type of diet that is based on the idea that humans should eat a diet that is similar to what our ancient ancestors ate during the paleolithic era. The diet emphasizes the consumption of whole, unprocessed foods, such as lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, while avoiding processed foods, grains, and dairy. The paleo diet is designed to promote overall health and well-being, and may have potential benefits for reducing the risk of chronic health conditions, such as obesity and heart disease. However, it is important to ensure that you are consuming a balanced diet that provides all of the necessary nutrients for good health. Additionally, the diet may not be appropriate for people with certain health conditions or dietary restrictions, who may need to follow a specialized diet. It is also important to note that the paleo diet may require significant planning and preparation, as certain foods and cooking methods may be restricted. It is important to work with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian to ensure that your diet meets your specific needs.
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| Regional diets
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Western diet, Mediterranean diet
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| Sustainable diets
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Low carbon diet, Planetary health diet
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| Religious diets
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Buddhist diet, Christian diet, Hindu diet, Islamic diet, Jain diet, Jewish diet, Rastafari diet, Sikh diet
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| Vegetarianism and veganism
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Fruitarianism diet, Meat analogue diet, Milk substitute diet, Raw vegan diet, Tofu diet
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| Semi-vegetarianism
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Ovo-lacto vegetarianism, Pescetarian diet, Pollotarian diet
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| Supplement diets
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Bodybuilding supplements, Meal replacement diet, Therapeutic food diet
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| Non-solid diets
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Liquid diets, Very-low-calorie diet
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| Specific
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Calorie restriction diet, Cardiac diet, Diabetic diet, Fluid restriction diet, Gluten-free diet, Gluten-free and casein-free diet, Intermittent fasting diet, Low-sodium diet, Low-FODMAP diet, Low-carbohydrate diet, Low-fat diet, Low-fiber/low-residue diet, Monotrophic diet, NPO diet, Renal diet, Soft diet, Specific carbohydrate diet
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| Other diets
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Entomophagy diet, Cotton ball diet, Pica diet, DASH diet, Inuit diet, MIND diet, Time-restricted feeding diet, Raw foodism diet, U.S. military diet
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| Fad diets
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Cambridge diet, Macrobiotic diet, Master Cleanse diet, Junk food diet, Superfood diet, Slow-Carb diet
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| List of diets
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Diet food, Diet, Cuisine, Nutrition, Obesity
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