People go Paleo for a variety of reasons: to get healthier, to accommodate their need for a special diet due to a disease (i.e. Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis), to fuel high-intensity workout plans, and more. Another common reason people go Paleo is to lose weight. Aside from the massive health benefits of the Paleo lifestyle, it can be a good way to lose and manage weight in a sustainable, long-term way. If your main motivation for going Paleo, and eating Evolve’s delicious Paleo foods, is to lose weight, keep these tips in mind and remember that we are here to be your source for all things Paleo!
Find a friend
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: it is so much easier to get on a diet and exercise plan when you have a friend to share the rewards—and struggles—with. Making any sort of lifestyle change can be difficult with no support. So ask around for friends and/or family who are willing to not only be supportive, but go Paleo with you!
Cut down on your caloric intake
Yes, we say that the Paleo lifestyle does not call for strict calorie counting. However, if weight loss is your goal, you still want to make sure that you’re not overeating. Even though you’re eating organic, natural foods, you can still eat too much and gain weight. Try keeping a food journal or installing one of the many food-tracking apps on your phone to get an idea of just how much you are eating.
Sleep more
It’s not a myth or an untruth that everyone should get eight hours of sleep each night in a dark room without noise. Lack of sleep strains your adrenals and cortisol levels, which can stall weight loss. There’s a clear biological connection between sleep and weight loss, so be sure to get that full 8 hours!
Eat protein in the morning
Eating a higher protein, bigger breakfast is the best way to kick off the day. It’ll keep you from overeating or snacking throughout the day and will leave you more energetic and satiated. Add some sausage, Evolve beef jerky, and some veggies to your breakfast!
Taking simple steps and modifying your Paleo lifestyle is all it takes to make sure that you’re achieving your weight loss goals! Be sure to order some of Evolve’s delicious Paleo foods and snacks from our online shop to help you on your path to Paleo!
