General information only

Paleo Life Coach publishes general educational content. Treat it as information, not medical, health or professional advice, and not as a replacement for a diagnosis, treatment or personal guidance from a professional. What we write about paleo eating and ancestral nutrition is general and might not suit your health, your goals or your circumstances. Speak with a qualified professional before you make changes, and seek care quickly for any urgent or severe symptoms.

Who should talk to a clinician before changing how they eat

Removing grains, legumes and most dairy is a large change. It deserves a conversation with a doctor or registered dietitian first if any of these apply to you:

  • you have diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, gout, a digestive condition or a history of disordered eating;
  • you take medicine whose dose depends on what you eat, such as insulin or other glucose-lowering drugs, or blood thinners;
  • you are pregnant, breastfeeding, feeding a child, or cooking for an older adult with specific nutrient needs.

Articles on this site that discuss paleo alongside a health condition summarize published research. They are not a treatment plan.

Recipes, allergens and nutrition figures

Paleo cooking leans on tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish and coconut, all common allergens. Read the label of every packaged ingredient, because recipes change between brands and we cannot check the product in your kitchen. A severe allergic reaction is an emergency. Call your local emergency number.

Calories, macros and nutrient values in our recipes and tables are estimates worked out from reference data such as USDA FoodData Central. Your result will differ with the brand, the cut of meat and the portion you serve. Cooking times and safe temperatures depend on your equipment, so follow official food-safety guidance for meat, poultry, eggs and leftovers.

Calculators and food checkers

The TDEE & Macro Calculator and the Is It Paleo? checker give general estimates and classifications. A calorie target from a formula is a starting point for an average adult. It is not a prescription.

No promises about results

Our guides are researched from reputable sources and we work hard on accuracy, but we can’t guarantee they are complete or that you will get a specific outcome. You decide how to use what you read.

That includes weight, energy, blood test results and anything else a diet is sometimes said to improve. Studies report averages across groups, and individuals vary. Our Editorial Standards explain how claims are sourced.

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Reporting a problem

If a recipe, figure or source looks wrong, tell us through the Contact page. We cannot give personal diet or medical advice by email. The Terms of Service also apply to your use of the site.