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Practical Paleo
Diane Sanfilippo
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Dubbed "The Paleo Bible" by its half-million readers, this NYT bestseller revolutionized how we heal through food. Beyond a cookbook, Sanfilippo's masterpiece offers customized 30-day meal plans that have helped thousands overcome digestive issues, thyroid problems, and autoimmune disorders naturally.

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Nourishment from Our Ancestors: The Paleo Path to Vibrant Health

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Imagine a world where food is your medicine, where every bite supports your body rather than fighting against it. This is the promise of the paleo approach-not a diet but a return to the foods our bodies were designed to thrive on. In "Practical Paleo," Diane Sanfilippo doesn't just offer recipes; she provides a roadmap to reclaiming your health through ancestral eating. The beauty of this approach lies in its simplicity: by eliminating modern food products that cause inflammation and digestive distress-grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugars-and returning to nutrient-dense whole foods, we can address the root causes of many health issues. What if the solution to your fatigue, digestive problems, or autoimmune condition isn't another medication but simply eating the way humans did for millennia before industrialized food? The paleo lifestyle isn't about deprivation but about abundance-rich flavors, satisfying meals, and a body that functions as nature intended.

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The Holiday Mindset: Celebrating Without Sabotage

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Feast Without Breaking the Bank: Budget-Friendly Paleo Celebrations

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Reimagining Traditional Favorites: The Heart of Paleo Cooking

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The Main Event: Centerpiece Dishes That Impress

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Beyond the Meal: Building Traditions Around Wellness

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Embracing the Paleo Journey: Beyond the Holidays

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