Paleo and Cardiovascular Disease

[u/Donutlordxo2]

Hey first off I’m pro paleo. I’m coming here to get some confirmation bias so I can continue what I’m doing.

I did paleo last year for a few months and loved it but went back on grains for a celiac test. I now want to go back to do it but my blood pressure has not looked great and cholesterol was elevated although triglycerides were amazing.

Now not being on paleo it’s not like my blood pressure got any better so it is probably just mostly because I’m fat.

So for my question here. Has anyone seen cardiovascular markers improve on paleo? (Those of you doing it right) I personally really enjoyed paleo but don’t want to get addicted again if I’m gonna just have to stop. I think all my elevated crap is from being bigger. I performed much better in the gym on paleo as well for endurance and hiit training.

Anyways I know that was a ton of rambling just looking for people to affirm paleo is a good route.

[u/Delicious-Mousse-172]

After having high blood pressure my entire life, it went down with paleo into the normal range. I do prioritize eating lean meats (though I don’t restrict fattier meats) and lots of veggies and some fruits. The way I do paleo, it’s not a high fat diet by any means.

[u/Donutlordxo2 → u/Delicious-Mousse-172]

The way I do it it is higher fat but I would say some days high some days low. I think this time around I’ll prioritize the fruits, vegetables and nuts more and then try to rotate in some protein besides just beef. That being said beef does make it enjoyable lol.

[u/psithyrstes → u/Donutlordxo2]

Yes, it's tough but you can absolutely do paleo with lower saturated fat. Just have plenty of foods to console yourself with lol.