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Paleo is old news, it’s all about the Pegan diet now…

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Have you heard of Pegan? It’s what you get when you combine Paleo, with Vegan. So…. How does that work?

Well, as we know, Paleo is eating natural, whole, unprocessed foods: meat, fish, eggs, vegetables, nuts, seeds and fruit. Vegan is a whole step further than vegetarian and doesn’t involve any food that comes from an animal. So no meat (obviously), but also no eggs and no dairy. Vegans would typically turn to grains for energy and legumes (like soy) for protein.

When Paleo + Vegan = Pegan, we’re left with just vegetables, nuts, seeds and fruit. There’s no grains, no legumes, no meat, no fish, no eggs and no dairy. The food would be GMO-free, ideally organic and free of chemicals and preservatives.

On a Pegan approach cooking is harder, as vegan friendly oils like vegetable, soybean, canolia, sunflower oil or margarine aren’t allowed as they aren’t paleo. Paleo friendly oils like animal fats (tallow, lard, bacon grease etc) butter and ghee aren’t allowed because they’re not vegan. This leave good old coconut oil, olive oil, and perhaps other nut oils like macadamia and avocado oil to cook with.

To make a Pegan diet work, you’d need to really focus on fats and proteins and would need to rely on foods like avocado, coconut and nuts for fat consumption – whilst at the same time making sure not to over eat nuts, and upset your omega 3/ 6 ratio. Protein would have to be sought from seeds, vegetables and nuts. The bulk of your diet would need to be plant food, with lots of leafy green vegetables.

My verdict on the Pegan Diet

I can’t help but see the Pegan diet as just too restrictive. I think it would be almost impossible to obtain sufficient B-vitamins from this diet alone, without supplementing. But I do think we can take a few things from this Paleo-Vegan approach.

Instead of focusing on having meat & fish in our diet, I think we should focus on the quality of that meat and fish. Where we can, we should be eating organic, ethical meat. Fish should be wild, line caught and we should consider mercury content. I think eggs are a great food to eat – but again, quality is everything. And where eggs aren’t stamped, we need to be even more careful to make sure we know where our eggs are from. I think a vegan diet places more emphasis on vegetables than paleo sometimes does – and it’s a good reminder that we should make sure we’re eating a wide variety of differently coloured veggies.

Would you go Pegan? Or is It a step too far?

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6 Ways to Make Your Paleo Diet Easier

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A common response to the idea of eating a paleo diet, is that surely it must be so difficult to stick to. All the changes, all the cooking – it seems impossible to keep up, long term, right?

Well, I think once you’ve established a few habits and patterns, it would be harder not to stick to it.

Here’s six ways to make sure it’s not hard to stick to a paleo diet, but becomes an easy part of your life

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1. Know why it makes sense

If you’ve researched and read about paleo and why it works, it becomes so much easier to stick to

2. Try it, properly

If you can stick to a strict version of a paleo diet religiously, for 30 days you’ll have the chance to see what difference it makes to you. You’ll observe how differently you feel in terms of energy, skin, sleep, mood and specific health issues. Knowing that eating paleo can significantly improve your health will make it much, much harder to go back to your old way of eating.

3. Support

Support can make the world of difference. Paleo has got so popular, you’ll hopefully have someone in your life following it too. But as time goes by and people see the changes in you, they’re more likely to give it a try too. If you don’t have any real life support, check out meetups in your area, you’ll find local support and encouragement will make all the difference to your sticking power.

4. Organisation

A lot of people waiver from their paleo diet due to lack of organisation. You overslept and missed breakfast, or got home too late to cook. One non-paleo meal becomes two, then before you know it you’re more 20/80, than 80/20. I find batch cooking at the weekend helps a lot with this, making sure my freezer is stocked with paleo meals that just need to be reheated. A paleo emergency stash at work (of nuts, jerky and even tinned fish) can ensure you’re not caught hungry with no options. If you know you’re going to a social function that’s likely to have poor food choices, plan in advance and either take something along, or even eat before you go – this way it won't be hard to stick to paleo.

5. Workout alternatives

You’re not going to be eating bread, or pasta on your paleo diet. But if you can come up with alternatives and substitutions, you’ll be ready to deal with situations where you’d have eaten those foods. Used to take sandwiches to work? Try taking wraps instead (made with lettuce, or nori). Used to have spaghetti Bolognese every Friday? Try it with zucchini noodles instead. Not so hard to stick to anymore!

6. Be realistic

It’s important to avoid being too “all or nothing”. It’s easy to slip and have one small non-paleo thing, then tell yourself it’s all ruined, you might as well write the day/ week off. Instead, take a more flexible approach. Maybe agree with yourself to be 80/20 paleo. That is 80% of your diet is paleo, and you’re ok with up to 20% “not paleo”. If you strive for 100%, but achieve 80% you won’t be disappointed with yourself.

How easy do you find it to stick to paleo? What tips would you give to others finding it hard to stick to a paleo diet?

What Is Borderline Paleo Food?

Eating a strict paleo diet is simple; meat, veggies, eggs, nuts, seeds and a little fruit. Right? What about all those borderline foods? Are they paleo, or not?

Dairy

Dairy is a huge grey area for a lot of people following a paleo diet. Strictly speaking, a paleo diet omits all dairy, since it contains lactose and casin, which a lot of people can’t tolerate and other components, such as IGF-1 which may be harmful. Of course, dairy encompasses a huge wealth of foods, some better than others. Fermented dairy, such as kefir and traditional yoghurt, is going to be a lot better than highly processed dairy, such as skim milk. The key is to try it for yourself and find out what works for you.

Fruit

Yes, the fruit we’re encouraged to eat every day is a food I would consider borderline paleo. Fruit, being carbohydrate, is packed full of sugar. Yes, it contains vitmains and is natural – but the sugar can’t be ignored. Of course, not all fruit is equal, and whilst I’d avoid high sugar fruit like apples and melons, berries are great as they are far lower in sugar.

Safe starches

There’s been a lot of talk lately about safe starches. A safe starch is a carbohydrate that is low in anti-nutrients, such as phytates, for example sweet potatoes, plantain, yucca, tapioca, white potatoes and white rice. To slow down the glucose release, and lessen the insulin response from the carbs, they are best eaten with fat and protein. Why are these borderline? Clearly rice is a grain – and white potatoes are a nightshade. Whilst paleo is not, by definition, low carb, many people do take a low carb approach and should therefore take a considered approach with safe starches.

Non-paleo “Vegetables”

Corn on the cob and green beans might sit nicely on the plate masquerading as vegetables, but they’re not. Sweetcorn is a grain and the green beans legumes; both food groups which are excluded on a paleo diet.

Paleo sweeteners

Whilst honey and stevia might seem like far more natural options than table sugar, the fact is, in your blood stream they’re all the same. Whilst some sweeteners may more natural than others, they’re best off avoided.

Paleo baked goods

The more popular paleo becomes, the more popular paleo breads, paleo cookies and paleo cakes become. They might be made with almond meal and coconut flour, and use dates as a natural sweetener – but take care with these. They often still have a lot of sugar and are best kept as an occasional treat.

Pseudo grains

We know how bad gluten is – wheat is a grain strictly avoided on paleo. There are a lot of other pseudo grains that don’t contain gluten, that are become popular, especially amaranth, buckwheat, and quinoa. Whilst a lot better than conventional grains, it’s worth bearing in mind that gluten-free and paleo aren’t the same thing!

Manufactured meat

So we know meat is paleo, but it becomes a lot more borderline when we look at things like bacon, sausages, hamburgers and cured meats. If you’ve not made them yourself, you need to know how they’ve been made, as many processes will use sugar, soy and chemicals that most definitely aren’t paleo

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This month’s weird google searches

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I’ve written before about the bizarre google searches that lead to people finding my blog. So I thought it was time I shared some new ones – and of course answered them, just in case they’re still looking for their answer.

what to feed a maltese dog that has allergies and is sick of eating kangaroo mince???

That age old problem when your dog is fed up of kangaroo meat eh…. Another person googled…

my staffy won’t eat anything else except cooked chicken

So it looks like there is a global problem with dogs being fussy or selective eaters. My advice, as a non-current-dog-owner is not to give in to your dog’s picky or selective tendencies and just feed it whatever you choose.

Weird Paleo-related Google searches on the Paleo Network

Despite the magic protective powers of the paleo diet, it looks like some people have still been getting colds – and even the flu! Surely there must be a mistake?

why do i have a cold on a paleo diet
what is this flu that's going around melbourne
virus going around canberra
bad flu going around Sydney

If you’re going out and about in Melbourne, Canberra or Sydney – look out for germs!

how do I get more oil in my diet but not fat?

Hmmm, I hate to break it to you – but oil is fat. Coconut oil, olive oil, peanut oil – they’re all fat….

paleo replacement for peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Well this is a difficult one. The classic PBJ is made of bread – not paleo; peanut butter, not paleo; and jelly/ jam – not paleo. How about if we substitute the bread for celery, swap the peanut butter for almond butter and use real strawberries as an alternative for the jelly? Not quite doing it for you?

started paleo and my wife says I smell different

Perhaps you’ve spilt bone broth down your shirt?

what animal parts make mince
what part of the cow is mincemeat

I wish I could say the rump, but in reality the whole point on mince/ ground meat is to make use of parts of the animal that would otherwise be wasted. So your answer is likely to be mainly the offcuts.

coconut oil for suffocating insect

Er, how about no? Maybe you could let it outside if it’s bothering you?

paleo alternative for lasagne can be penne pasta

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but it’s not the shape of the pasta that makes it not paleo. Spaghetti, Fusilli, Vermicelli, Fettuccine, Tagliatelle, Macaroni or Farfalle – it doesn’t matter – they’re not paleo.

margarine substitute paleo

This is an easy one – how about coconut oil or butter (if you do dairy)

paleo substitute for soy turkey

Gosh, I must be missing something here. Instead of eating synthetic soy turkey, what could you possibly have that is paleo instead? Hmmmmm…. How about TURKEY?!

should I eat genetically modified crops?

Probably best to avoid those GMO’s…

kangaroo versus ostrich fillets which is better?

Decisions, decisions…. Kangaroo or Ostrich. It can be hard living in Australia sometimes. Having never tried Ostrich, I don’t feel qualified to comment – if you have, perhaps you could help this person out by leaving your preference in the comments?

will I still have weight loss on paleo if everything isn’t organic

Whilst in an ideal world everything we’d eat would be organic (local, seasonal and unprocessed), in the real world it’s not always so easy. Fortunately this shouldn’t impact on your weight loss efforts.

what kind of knives do they use on my kitchen rules

Good question! And one that seems hard to find the answer too. Master Chef use Global Knives, and judging by the amount of blue band aids the contestants have – they’re clearly very sharp!

is buying a restaurant in a food court a good idea

Well, I might be biased, but I’d say probably not if it’s a fast food restaurant, I don’t think they’re doing so well these days. But a real food restaurant – now we’re talking!

paleo crocodile recipe

Unfortunately I’m all out of paleo crocodile recipes at the moment, but as soon as I’ve experimented with snake recipes, I’ll move straight onto crocodile recipe development!

is the teflon coating on paleo

No, definitely not. Don’t eat it – and if it starts to come off, it’s time to throw your pan away!

what counts as two dress sizes

Er, is this a trick question? Maybe going from a size 14 to a size 10?

Even More Strange Google Searches (And What They Say About Us)

Apparently, the internet is full of curious minds—and Google is where those curiosities end up. Every month, I see a new wave of hilariously bizarre, oddly specific, and occasionally alarming searches that somehow direct people to my little Paleo blog. Below are some fresh ones that recently popped up. Let’s unpack them together, shall we?

“how to eat paleo without eating vegetables”

Ah, the holy grail of lazy caveman eating. Technically, yes—you can eat meat, eggs, and fruit and still call it Paleo-ish. But vegetables are kind of the point. Fibre, micronutrients, antioxidants—you know, the stuff your gut microbiome throws a party over? Maybe try hiding some spinach in your morning eggs and see if anyone (even you) notices.

“paleo cereal that tastes like Coco Pops”

I admire the ambition here. While there’s no exact Paleo equivalent of chocolate rice puffs, you could try toasting coconut flakes with cacao and a drizzle of maple syrup for a crunchy cereal fix. It won’t snap, crackle or pop—but it might just satisfy that nostalgic craving.

“why am I still bloated on paleo”

Oh friend, I hear you. It could be too many nuts, cruciferous veg, or perhaps you're suddenly downing more meat than a lion at a barbecue. Also, chewing slower helps (so does not stress-eating half a tray of baked sweet potatoes at 10pm, just saying).

“how to do paleo without quitting coffee\”

This one hits home. Paleo purists may say to ditch it, but most of us aren’t giving up our morning brew. Try it black, or add a dash of coconut milk. Just skip the sugary syrups and barista blends with mystery ingredients.

“paleo for kids who only eat beige food”

If your toddler’s ideal food pyramid is shaped like a potato chip, you’re not alone. Paleo chicken nuggets (made with almond meal or coconut flour) and homemade sweet potato chips are a great start. Also, try pancakes made with banana and egg—they’re beige and secretly nutritious.

“do cavemen eat at Subway”

Short answer: no. Long answer: only if you’re in a post-apocalyptic theme park and the Subway is run by velociraptors. But if you’re in a pinch, order a salad bowl and skip the dressing. Close enough?

“is rice paleo if I say it is”

This sounds like a philosophical argument in the making. Technically no, rice is a grain and not Paleo. But if your version of Paleo includes white rice as a personal exception? Then maybe you’re following “Paleo with benefits.” Just don’t tell Loren Cordain.

“how to explain paleo to my grandma”

Tell her it’s like how she used to eat when she was young—meat, veg, broth, eggs, fruit, and none of that microwave packet stuff. If she nods and offers you a biscuit, you’re halfway there.

“is wine paleo if it's organic”

Now we’re getting technical. While wine isn’t part of a strict Paleo diet, many people include the occasional glass—especially if it’s sulphite-free and made with minimal intervention. It’s a grey area, but hey, Paleo isn’t a religion. Cheers to moderation!

“can I be paleo if I hate cooking”

Absolutely! You just need to embrace batch cooking and simple meals. Roast a tray of chicken thighs, bake a bunch of sweet potatoes, and sauté some frozen veg in coconut oil. No Michelin stars required.

“do cavepeople eat cupcakes”

If they did, they were hiding some serious baking skills. But today, we’ve got almond flour, coconut flour, and natural sweeteners to help us cheat the system. Paleo cupcakes? Yes. Just don’t eat six in one sitting and call it ‘ancestral health’.

“what if I eat paleo but still want snacks at night”

We’ve all been there. Keep a stash of Paleo-approved snacks like boiled eggs, beef jerky, or a handful of macadamias. Better yet, prep some bliss balls with dates, cacao and almonds for when the sweet tooth strikes.

“paleo food for hangover”

The modern hunter-gatherer occasionally overdoes the fermented grape, I get it. Scrambled eggs with avocado, bone broth, and a banana can do wonders. Hydrate, sleep it off, and try not to regret dancing barefoot on that pub table.

“how to do paleo when your partner keeps buying bread”

Ah, the ancient art of cohabiting with non-believers. My advice: smile, nod, and designate a “carb zone” in your kitchen. Then proceed to cook the most delicious Paleo meals possible until they secretly convert.

“paleo air fryer recipes that don’t taste like sadness”

Challenge accepted. Try air fryer buffalo cauliflower, crispy chicken wings, or salmon patties. Drizzle with tahini or aioli made with avocado oil. Boom—no sadness in sight.

“can I survive on sweet potato and bacon”

Technically yes, but your gut and your doctor might stage an intervention. Throw in some greens and call it a meal, not a dare.

“how to do paleo without being annoying at parties”

Pro tip: offer to bring a dish. Paleo devilled eggs, meatballs, or dark chocolate bark travel well and make you look generous, not difficult. Plus, you’ll always have something you can eat.

“paleo-friendly foods that don’t feel like a punishment”

If your Paleo meals feel like punishment, you’re doing it wrong. Think butter chicken with cauliflower rice, zucchini fritters, lamb koftas with tahini drizzle, or chocolate mousse made with avocado and cacao. There’s so much joy to be had—no deprivation required.

So, what have we learned?

The internet is full of Paleo-curious, Paleo-confused, and occasionally Paleo-sarcastic people trying to find their way. If that’s you—welcome. You’re among friends here. The Paleo lifestyle doesn’t have to be boring or rigid; it can be funny, flexible, and full of flavour.

And if you’ve found this page because you googled something like “paleo sandwich that looks like a turtle” or “caveman meal prep containers,” please say hi in the comments—I’d love to know what else is floating around in the Google-verse!

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The Avocado Economy: Why You’re Paying More

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It's no secret that avocados are one of the best paleo foods you can get. Full of fat, the foundation of an amazing dessert recipe and with loads of alternative uses, you just can't beat an avocado.

The frustrating thing is how expensive they are. They literally grown on trees, after all.

Exactly how expensive?

Given that we've just come out of summer here in Australia, we grow them here, surely they should be cheap about now? In the Northern Hemisphere, they've presumably been imported, so you'd expect them to be at their most expensive about now?

So I compared prices of avocados available today, in Australia, the US, the UK, Canada and South Africa. Obviously prices will vary wildly in each country, but this should give an indication. You can save buying in bulk, but for the purposes of comparison, I took the single price. I converted currencies into Australian dollars at today's exchange rate, which could wildly fluctuate by the time you read this.

What did I find?

South Africa was by far the cheapest, working out at under $1 (Australian dollar) – hardly surprising given that they grow their own and have just come out of summer too.

Moving over to the Northern Hemisphere, Canada and the US are similarly priced, at $2.36 and $2.22 each. Surprisingly the UK is even cheaper at under $2 each. Though disclaimer – I've yet to have a good avocado there.

So where does that put Australia? Yes, you maybe guessed it – the most expensive avocado I found at almost $3 each. Three times the cost in South Africa.

I would love to understand why they are so expensive here, I fear the answer is as simple as “because they're prepared to pay it”. When I can buy a 1 kilo bag of carrots for $1, I can't see why avocados are so much more expensive. If you've got any thoughts or insight, I'd love to hear it in the comments.

Well, until prices come down, or I manage to grow an avocado tree in my garden, it's going to be carrots for dinner.

The Rise of the Avocado Economy

Avocados haven’t just become a staple in paleo households — they’ve become a global obsession. From smashed avo on toast to green smoothies and paleo-friendly brownies, this fruit is now a premium item on grocery lists and cafe menus worldwide. But what used to be a humble backyard fruit has become a highly commercialised and politicised commodity. The modern avocado economy is impacted by international trade agreements, water scarcity, weather fluctuations, transportation costs, and global demand. The result? A fruit that grows abundantly on trees can now command a price tag that rivals meat in some markets.

Seasonality and Supply Chains

Australia is lucky to have a climate well suited to avocado production, particularly in Queensland, Western Australia and northern New South Wales. But even with local growing regions, supply is not as straightforward as it seems. Avocados are notoriously fussy about when and how they ripen. If demand spikes unexpectedly or adverse weather conditions hit during the growing season, it can cause shortages that take months to resolve. Because they bruise easily and have a short shelf life once ripe, the logistics of storage and transportation play a big role in price too — even when buying local.

Export Incentives and Domestic Prices

One factor often overlooked in the avocado pricing conversation is the global export market. Australian avocados are increasingly shipped overseas, particularly to Asia, where demand is growing and consumers are willing to pay premium prices. For producers, exporting can be more profitable than selling domestically. As a result, more of the local harvest is redirected abroad, reducing the volume available to Australian consumers and driving up domestic prices. This economic decision benefits growers, but it’s frustrating when you’re standing at the checkout wondering why two avocados cost more than a whole roast chicken.

Water Usage and Environmental Impact

Another issue affecting the affordability of avocados is their water footprint. Growing a single avocado can require up to 70 litres of water, depending on the region and climate. In times of drought or with increased focus on sustainable farming practices, this high water usage is coming under scrutiny. In areas where water allocation is tightly controlled — such as parts of Western Australia — farmers may face additional costs or restrictions that further increase the price of production. Ultimately, those costs are passed on to the consumer.

Are Avocados Worth the Price?

From a nutritional standpoint, avocados remain one of the best-value health foods around. They’re rich in monounsaturated fats, fibre, potassium, B vitamins and antioxidants. For those following a paleo or keto approach, they offer a perfect macronutrient profile: high fat, moderate fibre, and zero sugar. They’re also incredibly versatile, used in everything from guacamole and salads to smoothies and desserts. But when prices surge close to $3 or more per fruit, it becomes harder to justify including them in your regular rotation.

Tips for Saving on Avocados

If you’re trying to stick to a paleo diet without blowing your food budget, there are a few ways to make avocados more affordable:

Buy in bulk when in season: Prices usually drop in winter and spring. Purchase a few unripe ones and stagger their ripening using the paper bag method.
Visit local markets: Farmers markets and roadside stalls sometimes sell avocados at far lower prices than supermarkets, especially if the produce is misshapen or slightly bruised.
Use frozen avocado: Some supermarkets now sell frozen avocado chunks, which are ideal for smoothies and recipes where texture isn’t crucial. They’re usually cheaper per kilo and have a longer shelf life.
Grow your own: If you’ve got the climate and space, an avocado tree is a long-term investment worth considering. Some dwarf varieties grow well in large pots.

Substituting When Necessary

Until prices become more stable or your homegrown supply kicks in, it might make sense to rotate your fats. Olive oil, coconut oil, tahini and nuts are all great alternatives that offer healthy fats and are often more affordable per serve. For creamy textures in dips or dressings, steamed zucchini or cauliflower with a splash of olive oil can sometimes fill the gap. Mashed sweet potato or pumpkin also makes a good avocado substitute in baking recipes, depending on the texture and taste you’re aiming for.

The Future of Avocado Pricing

Unfortunately, there’s no clear sign that avocado prices will decrease significantly any time soon. With global demand continuing to rise, and climate conditions becoming less predictable, they’re likely to remain a premium item for the foreseeable future. However, consumer pressure for more local, accessible produce and increased domestic production may eventually help balance the scales. In the meantime, being strategic with your purchases — and flexible with your recipes — will help you enjoy the benefits of avocados without compromising your budget.

What’s the Verdict?

Avocados are undoubtedly a paleo superstar food — but in Australia, they’re not the budget-friendly choice we might hope for. Whether it’s due to export priorities, water limitations, or just supply and demand, the avocado economy is far more complex than the fruit’s humble appearance suggests. Until prices ease or your backyard tree starts bearing fruit, it might be time to rethink how often avocados appear in your weekly meal plan. And if all else fails, there’s always a trusty bag of carrots waiting to be turned into something delicious.

“Eat Margarine or Your Family Will Die” – Really?

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“Health food” commercials are getting worse and worse – and of course I'm not referring to adverts for kale or grass-fed beef. I'm talking about products with a list of unpronounceable ingredients – products I go out of my way to avoid. And given that you're reading my blog, I suspect you do too.

There seems to have been a huge turn here. It seems to slow be becoming the norm to eat an unprocessed diet of real, whole foods. Avoiding processed carbs like bread and pasta seems to be slowly becoming mainstream, and a feat of fat is definitely starting to disappear. I get the impression the manufacturers of all those other food-like-products are getting worried…

So which advert has been annoying me most this week?

Flora Pro-Activ

Cue upset wife that her husband has high cholesterol. He undertakes the Flora Pro-Activ challenge for three weeks, has his cholesterol re-checked. Ends with happy wife, now her husband isn't about to drop dead due to a high cholesterol invoked heart attack.

So what is the Flora challenge? For three weeks you eat 25 g of Flora every day, make sure you eat your wholegrains, replace BAD saturated fat with healthy saturated fat and generally keep your fat as low as possible. Nooo!

And what does Flora Pro-Activ actually contain?

Ingredients: Water, Vegetable Oils (30%), Plant Sterol Esters (12.5%), Buttermilk, Modified Waxy Corn Starch, Salt (1%), Emulsifiers (Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Sunflower Lecithin), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Citric Acid, Flavourings, Colour (Beta Carotene), Vitamin A and D

And evil butter? Let’s remind ourselves of the dangerous ingredients that contains: Pasteurised Cream (from Milk), Water, Salt. Three ingredients that I have in my kitchen; compared to unidentified “vegetable” oils and a host of ingredients not available at the local farmers market.

Despite a lot of research showing a higher cholesterol actually lowers the risk of heart attack, of course, these companies still like to keep us fearing cholesterol. More worrying is the margarine they want us to eat to benefit our health – so chemically processed, they are a fat that our bodies don’t recognise at all.

The other issue, is the claim that the plant sterol esters in this product actually lower your cholesterol. The adverts make it sound like a magic potion, with the ability to dramatically cut your cholesterol in a matter of days. The reality is that alone, these chemicals can supposedly only reduce cholesterol by a maximum of 10% (average results presumably a lot lower) – and of course that’s assuming reducing cholesterol is a good thing.

All in all I find the advert extremely misleading and think it’s outrageous that they come into our homes every day, suggesting that if you love your family, you need to make sure they eat 25 g of margarine a day – or risk losing them to heart disease.

The Myth of Margarine: What’s the Real Health Risk?

For years, margarine was touted as the heart-healthy alternative to butter — a spread allegedly designed with your arteries in mind. But now that we’ve pulled back the curtain on what margarine actually contains, many of us are asking a far more sensible question: why were we ever told to eat this in the first place?

The truth is, margarine is an ultra-processed product engineered in labs and pumped full of chemically altered fats. These fats, including trans fats and processed polyunsaturated oils, are nothing like the natural fats our bodies evolved to metabolise. And no amount of rebranding or health halo marketing can change that.

What Happened to “Natural”?

It’s amazing to witness the food industry’s efforts to redefine what’s “healthy.” Butter, cream, eggs — once demonised — are now slowly regaining their rightful place in real-food circles. And while health-conscious communities have been embracing whole foods and ancestral eating patterns for over a decade, mainstream advertising is only just starting to notice. But instead of embracing these shifts, many brands are scrambling to cling to their outdated models, doubling down on their margarine and cholesterol-fear campaigns.

“Cholesterol Lowering” – But At What Cost?

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: cholesterol. The suggestion that lowering cholesterol is always a positive outcome is deeply flawed. Numerous studies have shown that cholesterol is essential for hormone production, brain function, and cellular repair. Lowering it artificially through chemical means, without addressing the underlying cause of poor health, could actually be harmful.

Not to mention, many of these cholesterol-lowering spreads (like Flora Pro-Activ) aren’t doing anything particularly miraculous. As mentioned, their key active ingredient — plant sterol esters — might reduce LDL cholesterol levels by around 10% at best. And that’s in ideal conditions, alongside a textbook-perfect low-fat, grain-heavy diet. But does this reduction equate to reduced risk of heart attack or stroke? The evidence simply isn’t conclusive.

Marketing vs Science: Who Do You Trust?

When you see a glossy commercial that plays on fear and emotion — a worried wife, a serious voiceover, a heartfelt pledge to “take control” — you’re not watching science. You’re watching marketing. These ads aren’t concerned with long-term health outcomes; they’re focused on brand loyalty, product sales, and cleverly timed emotional triggers.

Compare that to the growing body of independent research that’s highlighting the role of nutrient-dense, unprocessed foods in long-term wellbeing. More and more nutritionists, doctors and ancestral health advocates are saying the same thing: eat real food, minimise inflammatory ingredients, and don’t fear healthy fats.

The Paleo Perspective on Spreads and Fats

If you’re following a Paleo lifestyle, the idea of margarine probably seems laughable. Why would you swap something like grass-fed butter or ghee — both rich in vitamins A, D, E and K2 — for a synthetic product with preservatives, chemical stabilisers, and ambiguous “vegetable oils”?

Butter, coconut oil, animal fats and olive oil have stood the test of time. These are fats our ancestors consumed, often in abundance, without the chronic health epidemics we face today. Margarine, by contrast, is a modern invention born out of post-war industrialisation and misguided dietary guidelines — guidelines that are only now being dismantled as the science catches up.

The Bigger Problem with “Health” Products

Flora Pro-Activ isn’t the only product blurring the line between food and pharmaceutical. Every aisle in the supermarket is filled with processed products dressed up with buzzwords: “cholesterol friendly,” “heart smart,” “low GI,” and “plant-based.” But if you flip the packet and read the ingredients, it’s a different story entirely.

These labels exist to distract you from what’s really going on: ultra-processed food manufacturers are cashing in on health trends without genuinely supporting better health outcomes. They’re relying on outdated nutritional myths and fear tactics to keep consumers locked into a cycle of dependency on fake food — while real food sits quietly on the perimeter of the store.

What Can You Do Instead?

So, what’s the alternative to taking a “cholesterol challenge”? It’s simpler than you might think. Here are some truly health-supportive swaps:

Use butter or ghee from grass-fed sources — it’s natural, nourishing, and doesn’t require a marketing campaign to prove it.
Choose olive oil or avocado oil for cold applications, and coconut oil or animal fats for high heat cooking.
Eat a nutrient-dense diet full of vegetables, pastured meats, nuts, seeds and wild seafood — real foods your body recognises.
Get your fats from whole sources like eggs, oily fish, olives and coconuts.

You don’t need a challenge. You need information — and real, nourishing food that doesn’t come with a side of marketing spin.

Conclusion: Trust Your Instincts, Not the Ad Break

The next time an ad tries to scare you into believing your breakfast spread will determine whether you live to see your grandchildren, pause. Think critically. Ask yourself: does this message align with what I know about real health and real food?

If something feels off, it probably is. If a product needs a multimillion-dollar advertising campaign to convince you it’s good for your heart, maybe it isn’t. Trust your instincts. Trust your body. And above all, trust the food that humans have eaten for generations — not the version that was created in a lab to mimic it.

What do you think about the Flora Pro-Activ challenge and the health commercials that come into your home each day?

UWL Easter Bundle Weight Loss paleo health summit

What’s in The Weight Loss Bundle?

Sale ends today!

Since I started on my weight loss journey, I've learnt so much. Crucially – there is so much more to weight loss than just “eat less and move more”. That's why I've got together with the leading experts in nutrition, health, fitness and mind to bring you a unique bundle, giving you all the tools you need to lose weight and regain your health, this Easter.

In this exclusive bundle, you'll find grain-free recipe ebooks, ebooks of ketosis, fermenting your own foods, eating well on a budget, and cooking gluten free dishes. We've also got a couple of meal plans, giving you step by step plans and recipes for every days of the month.

From my recent survey, I know so often weight gain is a symptom of other health issues – that's why this bundle includes several ebooks focusing on health – including specific issues such as Thyroid, Autoimmune conditions and Hashimoto's.

Fitness and movement are also hugely important on your journey, so we've got you covered with programs you can do at home. If you garden, you'll learn how to grow your own produce to support your healthy lifestyle (& save money whilst doing it!)

The talks on mindset were HUGE in the summit in January, so we've included a Mindset Reset for Weight Loss in this bundle and loads of resources to build your self confidence & ensure you succeed on this transformation.

So many of you have emailed me asking for help with emotional and binge eating – this bundle includes several ebooks dedicated to these issues – you can transform these behaviours with the help of these experts. We all know how important sleep is – so if you're not getting good sleep every night, you'll love the Deep Sleep Every Night audio included in this bundle.

The Unconventional Weight Loss Easter Bundle includes 45 ebooks, MP3 audio programs, ecourses and meal plans. Over $1000 of value for just $37!

Find out more about the ebooks, ecourse, mp3's and programs in the bundle below:

The bundle explained….

Recipe Ebooks

Seasonal Juicing – Summer by Claire Ragozzino of Vidya Cleanse

The 25 seasonal recipes in this eBook highlight produce and flavors that help align the body with spring, incorporating bitter greens, alkalizing citrus and fresh herbs that promote gentle cleansing and support of the liver, kidneys and colon.

This 40-page eBook includes: 25 refreshing summer recipes for juices, tonics & blended elixirs accompanied with vibrant photographs, A comprehensive “Tools of the Trade” guide to assist in purchasing the right juicer for your needs, and Holistic nutrition tips & herb profiles peppered throughout the pages

Oh Lardy’s Guide to Fermenting Fruits and Vegetables by Kelly Liston & Tamara Mannelly

In This ebook, You Will Learn…

The importance of the roles gut bacteria play in your digestive tract.
The basics of the process of fermentation, how it happens and why.
The benefits of consuming fermented foods (there are so many!!)
What materials you need to ferment foods at home to get you on your way to becoming a confident fermenter.
How you know when you food is fermented and other frequently asked questions.
How to make almost 40 different recipes easily in your own kitchen; recipes your whole family will love!
and more!

Nourished Cooking by Sarah Smith of Nourished and Nurtured

Nourished Cooking is packed with over 60 nutrient-dense recipes. All recipes in this book are gluten-free and use no refined sweeteners. This book contains 49 GAPS-legal recipes and 58 grain-free recipes, suitable for Primal eating

Eat Well, Spend Less by Tara Buss of We Got Real

If you’re frustrated with your climbing grocery bill, wanting to eat well, but feel like healthy food is just too expensive – this is the ebook for you.

If you’ve taken steps to transform your eating habits, this ebook with help you get your food budget under control & give you lots of ideas for simple and tasty inexpensive real food meals – and help you to source budget-friendly, healthy food.

How to Become a Better Home Cook by Lindsay Moe of Live In Kitchen
When Lindsay first started cooking she had no idea where to start. She dug her heels in and from there built her knowledge to the comfortable level she is at today. This book takes you through the steps she took to teach herself how to become a better home cook. By following these steps you can start your own journey into confidence and joy in the kitchen.

How to Become a Better Home Cook contains 40 pages of tips, tricks, and recipes that allow you to teach yourself how to cook. This allows for a highly individualized learning experience that will suit your tastes, needs, and learning style.

Desserts Raw and Simple by Jules Galloway of julesgalloway.com

This beautiful recipe ebook features 25 easy-to-make, delicious raw desserts, including the 10 most popular recipes from the blog. Recipes are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Cane Sugar Free and Paleo Friendly. The book gives easy step by step instructions – even for newbies, full colour photos to help you nail your finished product as well as tips and tricks to help your raw desserts turn out perfect every time

Essentially Gluten Free 30 Grain Free Recipes by Ester Perez of Nurture my Gut

Are you on a gluten free or grain free diet and worried what meals to feed your family? Are you working to rebuild your child’s immune system only to find your child refuses to eat everything you make? Is eating a constant battle?

Are you exhausted making meals, only to find your child won’t eat them? Does your child suffer from asthma, eczema, celiac, gluten sensitivity, food allergies or low immunity? Are you on GAPS, SCD, paleo or gluten free diet and want flavourful and wholesome recipes for your family? Are you uninspired by cookbooks with no pictures? If so, this is the perfect grain free kid-friendly cookbook for you!

Naturally Sweet Treats by Jan Berry of The Nerdy Farm Wife

When Jan's son was little, he had to go on a special, grain free diet. It’s tough for anyone to do such a thing, but even more so for a kid who couldn’t understand why he suddenly couldn’t have his favorite foods anymore. It was a huge adjustment period and Jan spent many hours in the kitchen, coming up with ideas for new foods for him.

This eBook contains a summary of his story and many of his favorite dessert type recipes. It only includes foods that could be made with ingredients commonly found in most grocery stores.

Some of the recipes qualify as Paleo, some as GAPS, and some as SCD – but this book is not intended to be a quantitative guide to any of those diets. Dairy, eggs and nuts are included in some (but not all) of the recipes, with substitution suggestions given when applicable.

The Naturally Sweet Treats eBook is perfect for anyone looking for fresh, new dessert ideas!

Making Organic Food Affordable by Justin and Tara Wagner

Making Organic Food Affordable, full of “organic food hacks” to help you do just that: help you make organic food affordable by getting around the high prices and filling your fridge with the healthiest food possible for a fraction of the price.

Keto-Adapted by Maria Emmerich of Maria Mind Body Health

This ebook is your new nutrition ‘bible’. Maria has included every trick she knows to get you healthy and lose weight fast in this book. Detailed descriptions of Intermittent Fasting, over-eating days, keto recipes and much more!

Nourishing Eats by Sarah Smith of Nourished and Nurtured

Nourishing Eats contains 60 nutrient-dense, grain-free recipes. All recipes are gluten-free and use no refined sweeteners. This book is perfect for the GAPS Diet since 57 of the recipes are legal for the Full GAPS Diet. It is also suitable for Primal/paleo eating.

Gluten Free for the Family by Karen Mahoy of Gluten Free for the Family

This ebook is packed full of recipes the whole family will enjoy – and all gluten-free!

• 15 chapters chocked full of budget-cutting resources
• 50 pages of simple steps you can take to cut your bill by at least 25% within a month
• What you can do to drop your bill by at least 15% in the next week
• Resources, ideas, tips, hacks, and strategies all in one easy-to-access place and instantly downloadable

A Backyard Summer by Caroline Potter of Colorful Eats Nutrition

A Backyard Summer offers grain, gluten and refined sugar free recipes perfect for all your summer events. Written by Caroline Potter, Nutritional Therapist Practitioner and author of the blog Colorful Eats, this recipe ebook contains over 25 simple and seasonal recipes that all ages, backgrounds and tastes will enjoy. With an emphasis on coming together over food and laughter, A Backyard Summer has entertaining tips to correlate with each recipe so that you can focus on the people who come to gather at your table.

Cooking Techniques & Recipes with Olive Oil Ebook by Laura Bashar of Family Spice and Mary Platis of California Greek Girl

Gold medal winner of the Global Ebook Award, this new cookbook teaches you how to use olive oil using various cooking techniques, from poaching to baking and everything in between. Includes recipes, tips & photos. Purchase the enhanced pdf-version here.

Seasonal Juicing – Spring by Claire Ragozzino of Vidya Cleanse

The Vidya Seasonal Juicing series is meant to provide you with holistic knowledge of the different seasons and how to marry this with your daily juicing habit, so you can connect in with your deepest inner wisdom, your vidya, to maintain that clarity of body, mind and purpose through the ever-changing seasons.

This 40-page eBook includes: A comprehensive “Tools of the Trade” guide to assist in purchasing the right juicer for your needs, The “Juicer’s Pantry” guide featuring seasonal produce charts for early and late summer, and an Ayurvedic herb and spice chart for boosting and balancing your juices and uses Accessible and affordable ingredients

Health

The Autoimmune Paleo Breakthrough by Anne Angelone of anneangelone.com

The Autoimmune Paleo Breakthrough presents a new model for patients and practitioners interested in reversing autoimmune disease as quickly as possible. Learn how to use the autoimmune protocol along with Functional Medicine and Nutrigenomics to investigate and correct the root causes of your autoimmunity.

Simple Natural Health by Nina Nelson on Shalom Mama

Simple Natural Health is the book you need if you want to be more intentional about your family’s health. This book isn’t just another dogmatic “what not to do” that will make you feel bad for past choices. Rather, it’s a holistic approach to health – mind, body and soul – with a lot of money and time-saving tips thrown in. You’ll love the comprehensive guide to using herbs, tips for saving money on nourishing whole foods and simple approach to a naturally healthy lifestyle

The Super-Mom's Guide to Managing Thyroid & Autoimmune Disease without Going Bonkers by Jen Wittman of Thyroid Loving Care and Your Best Thyroid Life

Motherhood is the toughest job in the world—and it only gets tougher when you’re diagnosed with a thyroid or autoimmune disease. Take back your cape with this eguide which provides real-world, actionable lifestyle tips that have worked for me and for dozens of my coaching clients. It’s the perfect companion to The Radical TLC Solution: Home Healing Program to address all those specific challenges that mothers with thyroid or autoimmune disease face.

Streamline your world and take back your (well deserved) title of Super Mom with these simple ways to save time, boost your energy, and be the kind of mother you want to be.

Healing Hashimotos by Dr. Alan Christianson

The most common type of thyroid disease is hypothyroidism and in the modern world, the most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. Medical treatment guidelines focus only on thyroid hormone replacement. Mind you this is with precious little finesse in dosing and very few medication options. Hashimoto's Thyroiditis is a complex interaction of genes, environmental toxins, nutrients, the immune function and other hormones. Consequently, many patients need correction in a unique combination of these areas to really feel their best. The purpose of this book is to serve the savvy, educated patient who is questing to regain their optimal health. For those of you who have done the basic steps and still are not at your best, this ebook is for you.

Colds + Flu Season eBook by Carol Little of Studio Botanica

Carol has written this book for busy people who want to enjoy a healthy winter OR maybe even gallivant through the cold months~ Proclaim this winter THE healthiest yet — starting with 10 TIPS for Prevention. Pamper yourself with soothing baths, healing teas and EASY to make healing remedies from the pantry. Puzzle no more about whether it’s a cold or the flu with a simple symptoms chart to guide you! Promote quick relief for cold + flu symptoms with step-by-step recipes and suggestions.

Includes 32 pages of helpful information & full colour photos. Includes 28 time-honoured proven recipes & links to many more

Raw Paleo-Primal Cleanse by Melissa Heing of Raw Paleo

The DIY Raw Paleo-Primal Cleanse is an instructional ebook. It includes complete recipes and detailed instructions on how to do a raw Paleo-Primal cleanse at home.

Fitness/ Movement

Move Well, The Ancestral Body Way by Charby Ibrahim of The Ancestral Body

If you're sick and tired of busting your gut in the gym, for months and months, only to see modest results… this is the ebook for you. We're all guilty of riding the motivational roller-coaster when it come to exercise; fact is – we're time poor. What if I told you that you could get all the exercise that you needed, without ANY equipment, in just 5-30 mins a day, from the comfort of your own home. This ebook will show you how.

Homemade Muscles by Anthony Arvanitakis

On 2013, Anthony had his left leg amputated and it was probably the most difficult time of his life. Instead of letting this event destroy him, he used it to become stronger – physically & mentally. And Homemade Muscle was born. Dedicated to providing people with the best ways of becoming strong & lean without going to the gym. Homemade Muscle is also about motivation

Homemade muscle includes:
• Video Tutorials: Exercise guides, progressions and variations for every level, either you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced trainee
• Muscle building exercises: Which bodyweight exercises you have to do to effectively build muscle
• How to get that Six-pack: Learn which are the typical reasons most people fail to get abs and why doing a thousand sit-ups a day is not the solution to a shredded stomach
• Arms, Chest and Back: The most important muscle-building bodyweight exercises for your arms, chest and back
• Which diets really work – How to lose weight without starving yourself to death!
• Nutritional Tips: Simple to follow nutritional tips that can increase your fat loss results with little effort, put them into action today!
• Which supplements work: Do you need supplements to build a lean mean physique? Which work according to science which ones are a waste of money
• Motivation & Goal Setting tips: The most difficult thing probably when trying to get into shape is staying motivated.

The Fit Mom BluePrint by Lindsay Tupper of Paleo Fitness Mama

The Fit Mom Blueprint Program includes

• Manual: Instantly downloadable and printable program manual.
• Charts: Special food charts to help you stay on track with your goals.
• Workout Program: Exercises designed to be quick but very effective for getting in shape fast!
• Video Demonstrations: Videos of all exercise moves.
• Meal Plans: Sample meal plans, to make sure you are eating a balanced diet.
• Modifications: Special modifications for mothers who are breastfeeding.
• Nutrition Tips: Advice on what to eat for optimum fat burning and muscle building.
• Fitness Tips: Learn the most effective types of workouts to do to get in shape quick!
• Customizable: Select between a beginner and an advanced program to fit your needs. Both are included so move up when you are ready!

1 Day Flat Belly Jumpstart ecourse by Derek Kuryliw

Derek’s program includes

• 21 Day Flat Belly Jumpstart manual
• 21 day exercise plan
• 21 meal tracker
• approved foods list
• private access page

Meal Plans

30 day Low Carb Meal Planner by Celeste Ashton of Femme Fit

The 30 Day Low Carb Meal Planner ebook will kick start your weight loss and turn your body into a fat burning machine. The secret to a successful low carb health and weight loss journey is eating foods with a low carbohydrate value, in addition to good sources of fat and protein. This 30 Day Low Carb Meal Planner takes all the stress away as everything has been carefully planned and calculated for you. If you thought low carb eating meant boring foods, you are in for a huge surprise! The recipes are delicious and will delight even the most hardened critic.

What do you get in the 30 Day Low Carb Meal Planner?
• Four weeks worth of mouth watering, induction friendly breakfasts, lunches and dinners.
• Beautiful color photographs of the recipes you will be eating.
• Quick and simple recipes that take no more than 15 minutes to prepare.
• For ease of use all recipes are in metric and imperial measurements.
• Full nutritional information, calories, kilojoules, fat and protein values, on a per meal basis as well as a comprehensive daily count.
• A complimentary BONUS day.
• Induction – 14 comprehensive hints and tips.
• How to lose weight fast eating low carb.
• What is ketosis?
• Glossary of low carb and nutritional terms.

7 Day Healthy Meal Plan For Kids from Super Healthy Kids

Eating healthily is so much easier when the whole family is involved. This is a 7 day meal healthy kids meals plan and includes free printables, and a meal planning 101 guide.

Garden

The Art of Gardening: Building Your Soil by Susan Vinskofski of Learning and Yearning

The Art of Gardening: Building Your Soil e-Book teaches a way to garden that:

• builds healthy soil
• is more disease resistant
• eliminates the need for toxic pesticides
• requires no digging Tomato-Painting
• requires little weeding
• produces delicious, nutrient-dense vegetables

The Art of Gardening: Building Your Soil e-Book includes:
• an alphabetical guide to vegetables to help yield a rich harvest from the vegetables you plant in your garden
• 10 recipes that use the wonderful nutrient-dense vegetables that you’ll be growing!
• 67 downloadable pages

Grow Abundant Herbs & Greens… In Pots! By Nicole Newman

Do you want to easily grow delicious herbs & greens for your green juices, salads, soups & herbal teas? Are you tired of having your herbs turn into ‘dried arrangements’ in pots before you can harvest them? Do you secretly want to feel the satisfaction of saying “I grew that!”?

If you follow the steps in this ebook you’ll be successfully harvesting your own herbs from pots in less than 14 days. Author Nicola Newman is an organic gardening teacher, fine artist and certified Permaculture designer who teaches busy people how to set up low-maintenance, organic gardens to support their health.

Your Mind

Mindset Reset for Weight Loss by Victoria Morrison of Weight Loss Mind Coaching

ebook, mp3 audio and three bonus pdf reports on Thinking Like a Non Binger, Resourceful Beliefs and Mindset and Train Your Brain to Focus.Victoria Morrison is a weight loss mindset expert. 30 years in the health and fitness industry and finally conquering her own binge-eating issues led Victoria into the field of positive psychology. She created Mindset Reset for Weight Loss for smart women who want to drop the struggle and drop their excess weight.

Using CBT, NLP and other modalities, clients quickly transform their mindset and get on track for transforming their bodies permanently. Victoria is passionate about helping others let go of what is holding them back: “It’s easier, faster and more fun than people expect– and the results are amazing. Be your ideal weight and enjoy the experience – why wouldn’t you give that a go?

Detox Your Mind, Transform Your Life by Hong Curley

Ebook and audio. This ebook demonstrates how changing your perspectives and beliefs can heal chronic diseases and transform your life. Packed with deep, profound spiritual and psychological wisdom and knowledge, it will help you instantly detoxify the thoughts and beliefs that make you sick and transform them into beliefs that create harmony, health happiness and unlimited abundance. Fasten your seat belt because you are about to go on an emotional roller-coaster ride with tears, laughter, excitement and wonderment. This book will put a smile on your face, hope in your heart and joy in your soul.

Falling in Love Again by Elizabeth Rose of Life with Elizabeth Rose

Falling in love again has been written especially for you – the woman who is ready to call in love…beginning with love for yourself. You, the beautiful woman who is ready for mega transformation, lofty dreams and lots of JOY. You are yearning to fall in love again with someone special, and/or ready and willing to fall in love again with you and your life.

But… Although you are ready to call in love, you feel stuck. You’re uncertain of your direction in life and you lack self-love and self-confidence. Secretly, you even feel undeserving of love at times. This is the ultimate love-guide for transforming you, your life and your relationships. It is jam-packed full of heart-centered storytelling, challenges around your mind, body and soul, plus loads of tools and how-to’s to tackle each challenge and live life fully and with love.

Self Confidence & Emotional Eating

5 Steps to Overcome Emotional Eating by Kes Cardoso

So many of us struggle to dissociate food with comfort. If you’re sick of yoyo dieting and emotional eating, this is the ebook that could change all of that. This ebook will help you conquer your innate freedom so you can make peace with your emotional – and finally satisfied – belly.

Binge Eating Breakthrough by Chelsea O'Brien of Binge Eating Breakthrough

Here's how to stop binge eating and eat in the way you've always wanted. In this ebook you'll learn the exact steps and specific directions for how to get control over your cravings (even if you've been trying for years). This book takes the guesswork out of how to stop binge eating or compulsive overeating by utilizing resources you already have…but may not have realized how to use effectively. The book explains the simple yet effective way to re-create your relationship with food.

How to Stop Binge Eating and Take Control of Your Life! by Kristin Gerstley of End Binge Eating

There is an amazing life just waiting for you once you beat binge eating. This ebook will teach you:
An easy-to-follow three-step process to sky rocket recovery and overcome binge eating once and for all
The seven factors that may contribute to the development of Binge Eating Disorder according to the latest research and how they affect you
The five ways you can achieve a healthy, positive body image right now – even if you are at your lowest point
Why dieting is a BIG no-no if you are a binge eater and what steps to take so that you never have to diet again
The simple three-step process to finally stop jumping on the “diet of the month” train, while still losing weight The easy to follow four-week plan to see results almost instantly
How your daily routine may be adding fuel to your binge
A little known technique that will not only help you overcome binge eating, but it will also put you on the fast track of living the life you have always imagined

Nourish Yourself by Anastasia Amour

In a perfection and Photoshop driven culture, so many of us automatically link food with the need to change our bodies. The result? Guilt. Fear. Negativity. Perpetuating the cycle of body loathing, even if we think we aren’t. What we need is to eat out of nothing but the utmost respect for our amazing bodies. What we need is a healthy relationship with food.

Do you:
• Spend a lot of time thinking about food?
• Feel guilty after you indulge in a treat?
• Want to eat healthily, but can’t seem to get out of the cycle of eating junk?
• Go through periods of bingeing/purging?
• Find yourself putting items in your shopping basket that you don’t really need or want?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions, these are all signs that your relationship with food may have some unhealthy elements to it. This guide is for you.

A Teenager's Perspective on Food Restrictions by Erica Braha of Edible Attitudes

This ebook reflects a raw, honest experience of living with food sensitivities… This guide breaks down all of the conflicts that arise when going against the norm of the Standard American Diet in an effort to heal the damage that it causes. Erica dissects these issues and the emotions that accompany them in an effort to help others both understand her experiences and also to help them face their own challenges with greater ease.

Healing What's Eating You by Rev. Ke'ala Vai of Aloha Healing Women

Since 1999 Rev. Ke'ala Vai has successfully helped many women heal at Aloha Healing Women on the Big Island of Hawaii. Knowing that it would be impossible to reach the vast number of people who need help on their path of healing, she has put what has worked for others into Healing What's Eating You. This holistic protocol works for people with eating disorders, abuse issues, grief, weight concerns, emotional and physical illnesses and for those seeking a spiritual path of awakening. Included are self help workshops on Aromatherapy, Complete Cellular Mental Alignments, Crystal Therapy, DYNAMIND, Food Combining for weight loss and management, Ke'ala Kards of Positive thinking, Neural Lingual Programming, Reflexology, Reiki and Stress reduction. Illnesses such as – Abuse, Eating Disorders, Depression, Negative Energies and clearings and Poisons that effect you, are discussed. Alternative methods of healing such as Acupuncture, Dream Analysis, Exercise, Hypnotherapy, Massage and Pet Therapy are explained as options that you might want to explore. Most importantly this book teaches you how your thinking effects every arena of your life. The sections on Manifesting, Prayer, Ke'ala Kards and Spirituality show you how to take your healing path into your own hands. Your thoughts create your reality. No one can heal you, but you and the powers that be. By honoring and learning the lessons from your challenges, you can release them to be free to enjoy a life full of harmony, peace and happiness. Begin your healing now by opening this ebook.

Live to 110 by Weighing Less by Wendy Myers of Live to 110

This is the guide for you if you’ve struggled with yoyo dieting, fad diets, losing weight only to gain it back, emotional eating, unstoppable cravings, fatigue & insomnia. If you tried rigid fad diets, this is the toolkit to help you gain control. You will learn:

• The best diet template for weight loss – The Modern Paleo Diet
• 6 Quick Start Rules to get you started losing weight NOW
• The 15 habits of highly effective eaters
• Fitness tips that really work
• How to stop cravings dead in their tracks
• Stress reduction techniques
• And so much more!

30 Days to a life made full by Shanti Landon of Life Made Full

This ebook will give you everything you need to live life to the full for 30 days, including:

Paleo dinner recipes: 30 days of paleo (grain-free) dinner recipes with photos of each recipe, a list of staples to have in your pantry and a daily shopping list
At-home beginner workouts: No special equipment required; workout at your own pace, in your own home
Inspirational devotions: Get encouraged and find new perspective; find focus in a different devotion every day, with a new theme each week.

Meditation & Sleep

Jai Release Meditation Program by Julie Piatt

This series of protocols is set to a provocative and ethereal musical backdrop that comprise a comprehensive 30-minute meditation program suitable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners we call JAI RELEASE.

Premised upon an ancient and universal “humming technique,” Following along to Julie’s guided prompts provides easy access to that elusive gap where the thinking mind shuts down – and your soul can breathe.
An expert in all matters spiritual, Julie has spent decades studying, pursuing and practicing a wide array of meditation disciplines from all sects and perspectives, travelling the world to collect and test techniques native to a myriad of exotic locales.
Of all the techniques she has practiced over her 30 years of healing exploration, the method set forth in JAI RELEASE has proven to be the most powerful, effective and transformative.

Meditation Audio to reprogramme People Pleasing by Louise Thompson

A meditation audio to reprogramme People Pleasing for instant stress relief

When we try to please others by trying to fit with what we perceive their expectations of us to be, we become less of ourselves. Sometimes we give and give so much of ourselves to people pleasing that we do not know our own wants and preferences any more, much less realise they are just as valid and important as anyone else’s needs. This is a crying shame. The meditation audio will help you reprogram and give your own needs the importance they deserve.

Also get two Two free chapters of Louise’s ebook, “The Busy Woman’s Guide to High Energy Happiness”.

Deep Sleep Every Night by Glenn Harrold and Hypnosis Audio

Join the thousands of people who have overcome their sleep disorders and insomnia by using this superb, high quality hypnosis MP3 by Glenn Harrold – the UK's best-selling self-help audio author with sales of 4,000,000.

Insomnia and other sleep problems are often caused by stress, anxiety and a busy mind at bedtime. Glenn's highly acclaimed hypnotherapy techniques and audio production will help you overcome these problems in a completely safe and natural way.
Also includes a pdf guide to self- hypnosis

The Stress Buster ecourse by Mark Laham of The New Yoga

You experience everything through your Nervous System. Understand how the mindbody connection is working together, and how that understanding can lead to a happier, healthier, stress free life.

Eliminate the stress from your life by stopping them right at the source
Increase Energy, and focus so you have juice left over at the end of the day
Improve over all health and wellness
Learn to stay calm in the middle of chaos
Learn to take charge of your life

What am I going to get from this course?

Over 10 audio mp3 lectures and 1.5 hours of content!

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Unconventional Weight Loss Summit 2015 paleo network UWL

Wondered why I’ve been so quiet?

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I hadn't disappeared, in fact, I've been working harder than I've ever worked before.

I told you a while ago about my struggle to lose the rest of the weight I had to lose. Not a great situation for a health blogger, I can tell you! How despite having a really good, clean, paleo diet – my weight just wouldn't budge.

I can't even begin to tell you how frustrating it is. When everyone tells you “you just need to eat less and move more”, when you know it just isn't that simple.

I decided to get to the bottom of it.

How can I finally start losing weight, the right way?

I sought out 30 of the World's leading experts in everything to do with weight loss and they graciously all allowed me to interview them. I'm still amazed at some of the big names who gave me their time to help me solve this puzzle.

I've spoken to best-selling authors, doctors, scientists and real people with incredible success stories and health transformations. Jonathan Bailor, Jon Gabriel, Jimmy Moore, Nora Gedgaudas, Keoni Teta, Marc David and many others you'll be very familiar with, shared some pretty life changing information with me. You can find out more & register here

Believe it or not, nutrition is just one part of what we spoke about, we also spoke extensively about metabolism, hormones, physiological blockers to fat loss, emotional eating, food cravings, mindset – and so much more.

After sharing my story, I had hundreds of emails from people also struggling to lose weight, so I've decided to share this information, completely free – because I want to help as many people as possible to lose weight (the right way), this New Year.

How's it going to work?

There are 28 talks in all, and each talk is going to be shown online (for free) for 24 hours during the week long event. It starts in a few days time (4th Jan), so if you want to hear the life-changing talks, all you need to do is register here, simple. You'll also get a free ebook about resolving emotional eating, when you register.

Here are the experts I spoke to

	Jonathan Bailor Bestselling author of the Smarter Science of Slim & The Calorie Myth The Calorie Myth & How to Eat SANE Why a neurological problem is often wrongly labelled as willpower How we can quickly identify which foods we should eat – and which we should avoid Why exercise could hinder your weight loss efforts Our body weight set-point
	Dr. Bryan Walsh Naturopathic Physician who helps patients who are struggling to lose weight Fat Is Not Your Fault Why it’s about physiology, not calories The specific physiological reasons that may be preventing you from losing weight How to identify which issues are affecting you How hypothyroid symptoms can be missed by doctors
	Sam Feltham Founder of Smash the Fat, author, Health Activist & Personal Trainer Smash the Fat The physiological drive that causes some to store more body fat Why the advice “Eat Less: Move More” is negligent The different biochemical reactions from different foods Why setting goals is detrimental to your fat loss attempts The exact steps Sam’s clients do to lose weight
	Bob Briggs Health Activist who lost 145 pounds & shortly after his video “Butter Makes Your Pants Fall Off” went viral Bob's Story: Butter Makes Your Pants Fall off How Bob lost 145 pounds What he ate & did to lose the weight How his arthritis disappeared The steps to take to lose weight for good
	Jon Gabriel Jon Gabriel is the author & creator of the book, The Gabriel Method, an international best-seller. He lost 220 pounds (100kg) & now helps others Weight Loss Without Dieting The specific non-food factors that can cause your body to hold onto weight What signals the body into fat storage mode Why our brains think we’re in famine Why we may feel safer in a bigger body Changing the body at a hormonal level The importance of meditation & visulisation
	Dr. Corey Schuler Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist and Functional Medicine Practitioner in the field of natural health and metabolism. Metabolism & Weight Loss How to change the set point of your Basal metabolic Rate The crucial role of hormones in fat storage and release Why being overweight is an inflammatory condition Why age 35 – 43 is a critical time for overweight women The tests you should have
	Kevin Bees Strategic Interventionist, Coach, and Entrepreneur How to Change Your Mindset to Guarantee Success Why your mindset is crucial in your transformation Why we take actions that sabotage our goals (i.e. binge eating) The six needs that drive all of our actions A technique to change disordered & unhelpful behaviours Why we must celebrate to break our bad patterns How to set up our goals to guarantee success
	Orleatha Smith Health Coach & Health Activist How Orleatha Lost 125 Pounds & Solved Her Health Issues The health problems that Orleatha suffered from – and overcame The diets she had tried previously Why a gastric bypass wasn’t the answer How Orleatha got rid of her food cravings
	Jimmy Moore Creator of Livin La Vida Low Carb, Author of “Keto Clarity” Ketosis: Using Ketosis to Lose Weight What is ketosis & how it causes fat loss How to eat to get (and stay) in ketosis The protein impact Eliminating food cravings
	Nora Gedgaudas Paleo Nutritional Consultant, Clinical Neurofeedback Specialist and the International Best-Selling Author of Primal Body, Primal Mind. The Impact Our Adrenals, Stress What We Eat Have On Our Ability to Lose Weight The significant impact stress has on our ability to lose fat How (even with a perfect diet) cortisol can lead to fat storage Why an in-sync circadian rhythm is essential How to investigate
	Tara Grant Health Blogger & Author Tara's Story: How Tara Lost Over 100 Pounds & Resolved Her Health Issues The health conditions Tara suffered The turning point that made her transform her life The importance of self-experimentation The impact of gut health
	Bob Montgomery Chef and Founder of “Not So Fast Food” Bob's Story: How Bob Lost 90 Pounds & Started Not So Fast Food How imminent surgery prompted Bob to transform his life & health The non-dietary changes Bob made How Bob now helps others to eat well Why Bob offers his customers non-gluten free bread
	Dr. Keoni Teta Naturopathic Physician, Acupuncturist and Author of the Metabolic Effect Diet The Metabolic Effect Why food is so much more than just fuel The crucial role hormones play in our weight The “What the Hell” effect The crucial difference between willpower & mindset Why yo-yo dieting leads to weight loss – not fat loss The three key things that impact metabolism The H.E.C. check we should all do
	Adam Kosloff Yale University Educated Blogger, Author and Science Enthusiast The Black Box The Black Box factors that make you store fat How prescription drugs can mess with your Black Box & make you store fat The triad of evil foods we should avoid The mechanisms by which dairy can cause weight gain
	Carla & Emma Papas, The MerryMaker Sisters Health Bloggers The Merrymaker Sister's Journey (& Mistakes!) The turning point that made the sisters change their lives The huge changes they made to their relationships and even careers The mistakes they made that caused them to regain some of the weight the lost How they overcame their soft-drink addictions
	Tessa Cason & Faith Shevlin Life Coaches, Authors and EFT Practitioners Free Yourself From Food Cravings and Emotional Eating The crucial role of our emotions and beliefs in weight loss Why food cravings are symptoms Why we crave the *particular* foods we crave How the specific food we crave is a clue to which emotion needs to be healed How to understand & resolve our own disordered patterns
	Marc David Founder of the Institute For the Psychology of Eating, and Best-Selling Author of the Slow Down Diet and Nourishing Wisdom The Psychology of Eating Why 99% of all people on a weight loss plan will put it all back on within a year Why self-hate biochemically impacts our ability to lose fat Why it’s predictable that some people will binge eat Why your willpower problem isn’t down to willpower at all
	Matt Stone Independent Health Researcher and Author Metabolism Why we should take our body temperature The factors that significantly impact or metabolisms The beneficial, and harmful types of exercise on our metabolisms Why many of us drink too much water
	David Mendosa Journalist, Diabetes Advocate and Medical Writer David's Story How David put his diabetes into remission How he lost half his body weight What he does to ensure he remains at his current weight
	Crystal Fieldhouse Paleo Blogger, Podcaster & Founder of Ecology Skincare Crystal's Story: How Crystal & Her Husband Lost 50 Kilos & Healed Their Health How Crystal initially reversed her health issues and lost weight But how her symptoms started to come back – despite eating a perfect diet What caused Crystal to lose too muchweight The tests Crystal has to get to the bottom of it Why it isn't just about food The simple changes she made to get her health back on track
	Christine Cronau Nutritionist & Best-Selling Author of The Fat Revolution The Fat Revolution The impact Christine’s low-fat vegetarian diet had on her health How Christine healed The fibre myth The truth about eating an alkali/ acidic diet How to change your diet
	Dr. Susan Smith Holistic Health Educator and Author Metabolism & Rejuvenation Why extra weight is so detrimental to the body The importance of muscle mass on our metabolism The specific superfoods that may be beneficial to weight loss Why sleep & water are so crucial
	Kelly Larisey Nutritional therapist & Life Coach Kelly's Story: How Kelly Reversed Emotional Eating & Lost 55lbs How Kelly lost 18 pounds (8 kg) in the first 30 days How Kelly dealt with her emotional eating patterns The impact the weight loss has had on Kelly’s life
	Eve Parker Life Coach and Weight Release Guru Eve's Story: How Eve Lost Over 150 Pounds By Harnessing Her Personal Power Why we need to call it “weight release”, not weight loss The stark moment that made Eve realise she *had to* make a change The importance of understanding the ego Understanding primary & secondary food cravings Why we must re-connect our mind and body – and how No shame eating
	Zoe Harcombe Obesity Researcher & Nutritionist Why Conventional Dieting Fails – and What We Need to Do Instead The eating problems that lead to Zoe studying nutrition What happens 6 – 24 months after a typical low calorie diet The worst carbohydrate The three common medical conditions that cause food cravings The perfect diet Why we mustn’t graze
	Dr. Jill Tieman Clinical Nutritionist, Chiropractor & Blogger Nourishing Food The one thing you must do before trying to lose weight Which real food diet is most suitable for you What happens when we eat grains Why you should eat something fermented at every meal
	Hannah Sutter Former Barrister, Health Activist & Best Selling Author of Big Fat Lies Why Calorie Counting Doesn't Work – and What We Should Do Instead Why we got fat What happens when we calorie count Why people are doomed to regain the weight the lost right after a diet The foods we must avoid to lose weight The steps to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner
	Larry Diamond Health advocate Larry's Story: How Larry Lost Over 100 Pounds In A Year The turning point that made Larry transform his life How Larry went from being hungry all the time, to never being hungry The importance of the “motivational high” The steps to take to emulate Larry’s success

Just register here to hear the talks!

If you've got friends or family who will benefit from this information, please share with them too. Let's make this the last New Year with the resolution to “lose weight & get healthy”.

My verdict on the Pegan Diet

1. Know why it makes sense

2. Try it, properly

3. Support

4. Organisation

5. Workout alternatives

6. Be realistic

Dairy

Fruit

Safe starches

Non-paleo “Vegetables”

Paleo sweeteners

Paleo baked goods

Pseudo grains

Manufactured meat

Even More Strange Google Searches (And What They Say About Us)

“how to eat paleo without eating vegetables”

“paleo cereal that tastes like Coco Pops”

“why am I still bloated on paleo”

“how to do paleo without quitting coffee\”

“paleo for kids who only eat beige food”

“do cavemen eat at Subway”

“is rice paleo if I say it is”

“how to explain paleo to my grandma”

“is wine paleo if it's organic”

“can I be paleo if I hate cooking”

“do cavepeople eat cupcakes”

“what if I eat paleo but still want snacks at night”

“paleo food for hangover”

“how to do paleo when your partner keeps buying bread”

“paleo air fryer recipes that don’t taste like sadness”

“can I survive on sweet potato and bacon”

“how to do paleo without being annoying at parties”

“paleo-friendly foods that don’t feel like a punishment”

So, what have we learned?

Exactly how expensive?

What did I find?

The Rise of the Avocado Economy

Seasonality and Supply Chains

Export Incentives and Domestic Prices

Water Usage and Environmental Impact

Are Avocados Worth the Price?

Tips for Saving on Avocados

Substituting When Necessary

The Future of Avocado Pricing

What’s the Verdict?

Flora Pro-Activ

The Myth of Margarine: What’s the Real Health Risk?

What Happened to “Natural”?

“Cholesterol Lowering” – But At What Cost?

Marketing vs Science: Who Do You Trust?

The Paleo Perspective on Spreads and Fats

The Bigger Problem with “Health” Products

What Can You Do Instead?

Conclusion: Trust Your Instincts, Not the Ad Break

The bundle explained….

Recipe Ebooks

Health

Fitness/ Movement

Meal Plans

Garden

Your Mind

Self Confidence & Emotional Eating

Meditation & Sleep

Discounts

Got any questions about the bundle sale?

I decided to get to the bottom of it.

How's it going to work?

Here are the experts I spoke to

Jonathan Bailor

The Calorie Myth & How to Eat SANE

Dr. Bryan Walsh

Fat Is Not Your Fault

Sam Feltham

Smash the Fat

Bob Briggs

Bob's Story: Butter Makes Your Pants Fall off

Jon Gabriel

Weight Loss Without Dieting

Dr. Corey Schuler