Over the next 29 days I’ll be bringing you tips, advice and guidance to help you get through each of the 14 mini-challenges. With well over 2,000 articles on Mark’s Daily Apple, I’ve written extensively about all things related to the Primal lifestyle; from solutions to common stumbling blocks, to simple hacks that produce big results with minimal effort. As such, many of the articles during this month will feature the best that MDA has to offer. Even if you’re a regular MDA reader these challenge articles will prove useful. Not only is it good to periodically revisit the fundamentals I’m sure there will be some articles buried deep in the archives that you’ve missed. And for all Primal Leapers, use this and future challenge articles to complement the Primal Leap Guidebook material.
In the world of Primal eating there is no place for Jamba Juice, granola, whole wheat pasta or even daily fruit juice. Yes, I know this may be mind-boggling, but it’s true that many of the things that Conventional Wisdom knows to be healthy are far, far from it. To accomplish this challenge you need to know what to ditch from your diet and why. Read the following articles for an overview and then begin taking steps to remove all of this stuff from your life.
The Definitive Guide to Grains
Okay, so maybe you’re still a little skeptical. That’s completely understandable. After all, you’ve been told your whole life that fat is evil and grains are nourishing. But what the heck? You’re willing to give this a shot, even if it’s just for 30 days, to see what the hullabaloo is all about. So where to do you start?
10 Steps to “Primalize” Your Pantry
For Challenge #2 success you need to be prepared for what lies ahead. Here are some FAQs along with articles that detail my answers and solutions.
I’ve been eating this way all my life. How will I ever change my ways?
How to Guide: Making the Switch to Primal Living in 6 Easy Steps
10 Baby Steps to Help You Get Primal
This seems hard. I don’t have the time, money, know-how, etc.
What will I do without bread and pasta?
Primal Substitutes for Non-Primal Foods
Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce
What will I do without chips and crackers as snacks?
Primal Blueprint Quick and Easy Snack List
What about fiber? How am I going to poop without it?!
Fun with Fiber: The Real Scoop
In Search of a Good Poop (or Sh*t Happens)
Squatting vs. Sitting: Pooping Posture
I’ve got a sweet tooth! What do I do?
Why have my energy levels dropped?
Low Energy Levels on (the 2008) Primal Challenge
I’ve dropped 10 lbs in 1 week. Is this normal?
Water Retention and Weight Loss
I’m the only one in my family going Primal. It’s not easy. Any tips?
Family Dinner Time: Tensions and Struggles
Diet Change and Partner Dynamics
How to Politely Pass on Dessert
How to Tell Friends About the Primal Lifestyle
Is it possible to dine out and be Primal?
The Primal Blueprint Guide to Dining Out
Fruit’s high in sugar. What should I do?
Can I still have coffee and tea?
Alcohol?
Alcohol Consumption and The Primal Blueprint
The Definitive Guide to Alcohol on a Low Carb Diet
Dairy?
Coming up with meal ideas looks like it might prove challenging. Any ideas?
Primal Blueprint Recipes on Mark’s Daily Apple
Check back tomorrow when I’ll be pointing you toward useful articles relating to Challenge #1: Eat Lots of Plants and Animals, and for a new contest. Grok on!
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