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A number of diets have gained popularity in recent years for their ability to reduce inflammation.\u00a0 Inflammation has been associated with autoimmune disease and other chronic illnesses. Two popular diets are the paleo diet and the Whole30 diet. This article will compare the paleo vs. Whole30 diet and explore the pros, cons and purposes of each.<\/p>\n

The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice, and it should not be used to diagnose or treat any health condition or illness. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or your individual health.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Paleo vs. Whole30 Diet<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Chronic inflammation can damage certain types of cells throughout the body. This can ultimately lead to skin disorders, respiratory issues,\u00a0 type 2 diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disease<\/a>,\u00a0 and a host of other illnesses.<\/p>\n

Both the paleo and Whole30 diets can result in improved health outcomes. But they both have different approaches. The ideal diet for you will depend on your health goals and personal preference.<\/p>\n

Purpose of the paleo diet<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The paleo diet consists of foods similar to what our hunter-gatherer ancestors ate during the Paleolithic Era.<\/p>\n

The premise is that our bodies have not adapted to our \u201cmodern diets\u201d.  Farming was introduced around 10,000 years ago.  Grains, legumes and dairy products became readily available as a result. <\/p>\n

It\u2019s believed that our genes were not wired to process these \u201cnew\u201d foods. These foods are believed to cause inflammation. Chronic conditions can result.<\/p>\n

The paleo diet helps improve health outcomes by eating foods our bodies are wired to eat.<\/p>\n

Purpose of Whole30 diet <\/strong><\/h2>\n

The purpose of the Whole30 diet is to identify foods you\u2019re intolerant to. Food intolerance can trigger or exacerbate many chronic conditions. <\/p>\n

The paleo diet eliminates all potentially inflammatory foods. Forever. <\/p>\n

The Whole30 diet eliminates potentially inflammatory foods for 30 days. Once the 30 days are complete, foods are reintroduced. This phase lasts 10 days. <\/p>\n

Only foods that cause a reaction on the Whole30 diet are eliminated for good. <\/p>\n

Foods you can eat on the paleo and Whole30 diets<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Allowed foods on both diets are similar, however, Whole30 is more restrictive. The following foods can be consumed on each diet.<\/p>\n

Lean Meats and Grass-Fed Meats<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Meats should preferably be grass-fed, free-range, and organic. These meats provide a higher quality of protein and omega-3<\/a>\u00a0 than regular meats. The high omega-3 helps to reduce inflammation. But if grass-fed, free-range and organic aren\u2019t available or within your budget, don\u2019t let that stop you. What matters is the meat is unprocessed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Wild-Caught Fish <\/strong><\/h3>\n

These include fish, shellfish and other types of seafood that were harvested directly from natural bodies of water including seas, oceans, and rivers. Halibut, cod, sockeye salmon, and mackerel, are a few examples of wild-caught fish. Wild-caught is preferred over farm-raised, however let your personal preference guide your selection.<\/p>\n

Healthy Fats <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Healthy fats come from certain oils as well as avocados, nuts, seeds and some fish. Here are some examples.<\/p>\n