most recent 30 from http://paleohacks.com 2013-06-20T05:05:16Z http://paleohacks.com/feeds/user/328 http://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdf http://paleohacks.com/questions/15634/questions-about-nut-flours ricechek 2010-12-08T17:37:40Z 2012-08-30T15:04:17Z

<p>I know that a lot of Paleos and Low-Carbers use almond flour as breading for poultry, meat and fish. I was curious about a few things before I dive into preparing fried fish/oysters, fried chicken, wienerschnitzel, chicken fried steak, tempura, etc. (of course, all done in butter/ghee/bacon grease/coco oil/tallow!):</p> <p>1) What are the n6 PUFA concerns about almond flour?</p> <p>2) Are there sources for macadamia nut flour? (lower n6, higher n9 profile)</p> <p>3) How quickly do nut flours oxidize (go rancid)?</p> <p>4) What's the optimal way to store nut flour (dark cupboard vs. refrigerator vs. freezer vs. vacuum seal)?</p> <p>5) Is it better to grind your own flour from bulk nuts?</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/13399/does-extra-virgin-olive-oil-evoo-break-down-faster-than-previously-thought ricechek 2010-11-01T16:26:56Z 2012-08-13T21:07:00Z

<p>This Mercola interview with Dr. Rudi Moerck is quite interesting. These points stood out for me:</p> <p>1) EVOO goes rancid faster than minimally processed olive oil due to it's high chlorophyll content.</p> <p>2) Dr. Moerck recommends adding a drop of the antioxidant astaxanthin to olive oil when you first use it, turning it orange. When it stops looking orange, it's an indication that the oil has become completely oxidized and should be discarded.</p> <p>3) Always buy olive oil in small batches and use it quickly (I already knew this).</p> <p>Thoughts?</p> <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oEhD6rZHgM" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oEhD6rZHgM</a></p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/98385/oy-fermented-soy/98398#98398 ricechek 2012-02-17T19:12:36Z 2012-02-17T19:12:36Z

<p>Have you tried tempeh? It's a fermented soy product. It's not flavor-neutral like tofu, but the taste isn't too strong or strange. I like it...but then again, I'm a natto fiend. :)</p> <p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tempeh" rel="nofollow">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tempeh</a></p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/62589/okinawan-purple-sweet-potatoes-in-san-diego/62619#62619 ricechek 2011-09-03T21:41:11Z 2011-09-03T22:10:19Z

<p>My mom gets them at Zion Market, the Korean grocery just north of Balboa on Mercury in Kearny Mesa. They look freaky, but taste great! Zion also has great fermented panchan, like kimchi and such!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/62379/liver-how-many-times/62460#62460 ricechek 2011-09-02T23:52:43Z 2011-09-02T23:52:43Z

<p>Veal liver, once a week....FTW!!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/62377/can-gary-taubes-fix-science-does-it-need-to-be-fixed/62459#62459 ricechek 2011-09-02T23:51:29Z 2011-09-02T23:51:29Z

<p>While I'm a huge fan of Taubes, I think he should make an appointment with Dr. K. and bone up on the multi-faceted Quilt. Taubes even admitted recently what he "wasn't up to speed on leptin". Insulin and carbs aren't the only factors, and reward theory does have an influence whether he likes it or not.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/60628/why-dont-coffee-shops-have-heavy-cream/60638#60638 ricechek 2011-08-25T18:33:30Z 2011-08-25T18:33:30Z

<p>I always have to ask at Starbucks, where they refer to it as "heavy whipping cream". Just make sure they understand the difference between "whipping" and "whipped". The smaller shops don't seem to stock it due to low demand.</p> <p>If you're at a restaurant, you can ask for "manufacturing cream". It's the same thing as heavy cream. Chefs in the kitchen use it to make cream sauces.</p> <p>The downside to having heavy cream when going out is it's the "ultra-pasteurized with carageenan" variety. If you have no issues with carageenan, then go for it!</p> <p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carageenan#Health_concerns" rel="nofollow">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carageenan#Health_concerns</a></p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/59384/cane-sugar-yay-or-nay/59432#59432 ricechek 2011-08-19T18:04:19Z 2011-08-19T18:04:19Z

<p>Sucanat seems benign in small quantities (in coffee or tea, as opposed to a cupcake). It's essentially dried cane juice from the initial pressing. Lots of minerals and nutrients are preserved, and it has a very molasses-like flavor. It's also not as sweet as refined sugar. I've had it the past with no issues.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/48855/vitamin-carrier/57992#57992 ricechek 2011-08-13T16:48:40Z 2011-08-13T16:48:40Z

<p>Now Foods Vitamin D3 5000 IU uses Medium Chain Triglycerides (aka coconut oil) as a carrier. I take one daily, along with a Vitamin K2 MK-7/MK-4 blend from Vitacost.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/57746/why-do-so-many-people-who-follow-cw-and-pop-nutrition-look-good/57852#57852 ricechek 2011-08-13T00:32:48Z 2011-08-13T00:32:48Z

<p>Two words: PLASTIC SURGERY!</p> <p>It's so rampant and commoditized nowadays. High-quality liposuction in Tijuana costs less than an annual gym membership. I'd bet that most "pretty" CW pushers on TV have had their moments under a knife.</p> <p>Anyway, I'll add to the chorus here and say that you're a beauty, Danielle!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/49665/neolethal-booby-trap-nbt-experiences ricechek 2011-07-05T20:16:28Z 2011-08-04T14:13:22Z

<p>UGH! I had an experience this past weekend that I can only describe as a "Neolethal Booby-Trap" (NBT):</p> <p>I decided to try a local "authentic" Spanish restaurant/bar, possessing rave reviews for their variety and quality of tapas and small plates. The menu was very diverse, with many dishes described as being cooked in and/or finished with "garlic butter".</p> <p>I tried 6 different tapas, all tasting great, and soaked up most of the butter with tiny pieces of their freshly baked bread (paleo cheat, I know).</p> <p>When I was completely gorged I mentioned to the proprietor how great all the food in garlic butter was. His reply to me was, "Thank you! There actually isn't any butter in anything here. We've been using a great commercial soy product for years, a lot like I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. It's so much healthier!"</p> <p>N-B-T!!!!!!</p> <p>I nearly yacked up my entire dinner after hearing that! I was so PISSED OFF! Why didn't he tell me about the franken-oil before I ordered, or at least note it in the menu? What if I were actually deathly allergic to soy? Do I now need to ask the "REAL BUTTER" question everywhere I go, even if the menu says "butter"?</p> <p>Do any of you have a similar experience where a restaurant, friend or family member pulled a NBT on you? What was your reaction?</p> <p>As a side note: I had the WORST gas and stomach cramps the whole night after that meal, and couldn't sleep well at all. It might've been all in my head, but it still sucked!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/52503/any-other-paleo-nerds-going-to-san-diego-comic-con/52654#52654 ricechek 2011-07-19T23:12:23Z 2011-07-19T23:12:23Z

<p>I'll be there! :)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/49656/study-endocannabinoids-fatty-foods-lead-to-gluttony ricechek 2011-07-05T19:17:58Z 2011-07-13T13:58:09Z

<p>Hmmmm...this looks fishy to me. Fatty foods leading to wanton gluttony? Not in my n=1 experience! For me, fat always leads to quick satiety and cessation of the consumption of mass quantities. I don't have access to the full study, but I suspect something awry to push the agenda of conventional wisdom. Thoughts?</p> <p>ARTICLE</p> <p><a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/07/110704151438.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/07/110704151438.htm</a></p> <p>EXCERPT (emphasis mine)</p> <p>Piomelli said that from an evolutionary standpoint, there's a compelling need for animals to consume fats, which are scarce in nature but crucial for proper cell functioning. <strong>In contemporary human society, however, fats are readily available, and the innate drive to eat fatty foods leads to obesity, diabetes and cancer.</strong></p> <p>STUDY ABSTRACT</p> <p><a href="http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2011/06/27/1104675108.abstract?sid=f5563fb3-1476-49ea-a3ed-9ca08728e025" rel="nofollow">http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2011/06/27/1104675108.abstract?sid=f5563fb3-1476-49ea-a3ed-9ca08728e025</a></p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/47866/paleo-pot-luck-meal/47941#47941 ricechek 2011-06-27T20:28:48Z 2011-06-27T20:28:48Z

<p>CROCKPOT MEATBALLS AND TOOTHPICKS, FTW! (Even better when it's a beef/lamb/liver mix!)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/32700/rebranding-paleo-please-submit-your-suggestions-voting-poll-to-follow/32736#32736 ricechek 2011-04-13T00:27:24Z 2011-04-13T00:27:24Z

<p>OHN = Optimal Human Nutrition</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/29592/paleo-drink-options-at-starbucks-and-other-cafes/29642#29642 ricechek 2011-03-25T23:47:05Z 2011-03-25T23:47:05Z

<p>"Venti bold drip (or Americano), filled to Grande level, then fill the rest up to the top with cold heavy whipping cream."</p> <p>Yeah...I, too, get the incredulous, eye-popping looks from the baristas.</p> <p>GO PALEOBUCKS!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/24803/how-is-coffee-primal/24924#24924 ricechek 2011-02-25T23:52:50Z 2011-02-25T23:52:50Z

<p>Coffee is my favorite flavoring for heavy cream. No, I will not give it up! :-P</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/24342/should-i-eat-the-skin-on-my-whole-roasted-chicken-or-chicken-legs/24418#24418 ricechek 2011-02-23T16:00:28Z 2011-02-23T16:00:28Z

<p>I'm pretty sure Grok ate birds. And I bet he didn't toss the tastiest part (skin) back into the fire pit! :)</p> <p>It's all about balance, right? We've all known people out there who will ONLY eat boneless, skinless chicken breast. Yuck! Might as well be eating cardboard! Those people are WAY out of balance and would consume a lion's share of n6 PUFA in their steady-chicken diet.</p> <p>I agree with the posters who say "don't sweat it" if you take care to add n3 and mix up your proteins with ruminants, etc.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/24261/does-your-doctor-think-youre-crazy/24269#24269 ricechek 2011-02-22T20:40:55Z 2011-02-22T20:40:55Z

<p>If you can, try seeing a variety of MDs and ask questions until you're satisfied. There's nothing worse than having a doc who fights you all the way due to their SAD bias.</p> <p>I've been avoiding docs since going Paleo. However, I recently felt the need to see an internal medicine MD to diagnose a nasty flu-like incident (I wanted to rule out strep throat). She was very thoughtful and skilled, knew of the Paleo/Primal lifestyle, yet didn't judge, scorn nor ridicule. From that initial meeting, I've decided to see her again and have her track my bloodwork.</p> <p>Good luck!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/17010/what-is-good-to-by-from-asian-store-and-what-not/24265#24265 ricechek 2011-02-22T20:33:27Z 2011-02-22T20:33:27Z

<p>Here are some things I stock up on at my local Japanese grocery:</p> <ul> <li><p>Shirataki noodles (yam-based)</p></li> <li><p>Kimchi (no MSG)</p></li> <li><p>Seaweeds (nori, hijiki, wakame, kombu, etc.)</p></li> <li><p>Sashimi</p></li> <li><p>Natto</p></li> <li><p>Pickles (especially daikon!)</p></li> <li><p>Giant bowls (really made for ramen soup, but do nicely with my GROKpot concoctions!)</p></li> </ul>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/23670/my-endocrinologist-wants-me-to-eat-gluten/23693#23693 ricechek 2011-02-18T00:00:26Z 2011-02-18T00:00:26Z

<p>This doc sounds highly unethical to me, making you out to be her personal lab rat! :(</p> <p>Agree to the gluten intake ONLY if the doc will also drink raw sewage daily during the same period "just to see what happens". Grrrrr....</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/23543/green-tea-causing-headaches/23627#23627 ricechek 2011-02-17T18:16:13Z 2011-02-17T18:16:13Z

<p>Happens to me, too...BUT...only in the morning! And coffee makes me feel awful only in the afternoon. Weird!</p> <p>So, I have a couple of cups of coffee in the morning (cut with heavy cream, of course) and a cup of green or oolong tea in the afternoon/evening.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/23474/best-paleo-food-to-take-on-a-flight/23498#23498 ricechek 2011-02-16T23:32:02Z 2011-02-16T23:32:02Z

<p>High quality salamis, prosciutto and hard raw cheeses in a seal-up tub. Maybe add some berries? Nuts? This goes great with the mini bottles of wine they have! :)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/23457/cracker-substitute-for-nausea-when-ill/23459#23459 ricechek 2011-02-16T21:28:37Z 2011-02-16T21:28:37Z

<p>Maybe slices of baked, then cooled, sweet or white potato?</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/21769/if-you-have-to-drink-alcohol-what-is-the-best-choice/23391#23391 ricechek 2011-02-16T17:51:59Z 2011-02-16T17:51:59Z

<p>I usually drink a weak gin &amp; soda, with 2 limes. I actually tell the bartender to make it WEAK! haha</p> <p>This concoction is similar to Robb Wolf's NorCal Margarita, but with more of a "ginny" taste. To me, it tastes much better than my previous default, vodka &amp; soda (bland!).</p> <p>(Full disclosure: ricechek = heavy-drinking paleo)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/23237/eggs-from-pastured-chickens-in-the-san-diego-area/23240#23240 ricechek 2011-02-15T17:54:53Z 2011-02-15T17:54:53Z

<p>I also buy Vital Farms eggs from Whole Paycheck Market in San Diego. I have yet to try a nearby Farmers Market, but I've heard that pastured eggs can indeed be found there.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/22672/throw-out-your-toaster/22739#22739 ricechek 2011-02-11T19:35:29Z 2011-02-11T19:35:29Z

<p>Here's an idea for a Paleo-Toaster:</p> <p>1) Use an egg ring to make a dozen scrambled egg mini-medallions, adding onions, bacon, cheese, whatever.</p> <p>2) Refrigerate.</p> <p>3) Use the toaster to heat them up! (thermal heat is much better than microwaves!)</p> <p>This might work for pre-cooked burgers and sausage patties, too!</p> <p>Roasted portobello mushroom wheels, anyone? hehe</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/13068/glucosamine-avoid-supplementing/22707#22707 ricechek 2011-02-11T15:43:55Z 2011-02-11T15:43:55Z

<p>Just a suggestion: read up on Hyaluronic Acid (HA). Glucosamine seems to address the symptoms (pain, inflammation), yet HA seems to address the root cause (age-related decrease of joint fluid and collagen).</p> <p>Jarrow has an excellent HA supplement with low molecular weight for best absorption.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/22532/super-dry-skin-toxicity/22571#22571 ricechek 2011-02-10T16:33:37Z 2011-02-10T16:33:37Z

<p>Todd - I, too, live in San Diego and my skin's been SUPER DRY lately, as well. I've just placed the blame on the multiple Santa Ana conditions we've had for the past few weeks.</p> <p>My lips, face and hands have just begun to recover from severe dryness.</p> <p>BTW, I also take K2 with 5000IU D3 (in MCT), 200mg Mg citrate and 300mg potassium (chelated) daily.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/22560/is-eating-oysters-paleo-favorable-healthy/22570#22570 ricechek 2011-02-10T16:20:40Z 2011-02-10T16:20:40Z

<p>I'd imagine oysters would be on Grok's menu, for sure! They're easy prey to catch/gather, very tasty, and have very high levels of iodine and zinc.</p> <p>If I had my way, I'd be eating 1-2 dozen daily with a touch of freshly grated horseradish (go tubers!) and a dash of Crystal hot sauce (go New Orleans!). Unfortunately, the cost of fresh oysters places them in the "occasional indulgence" category. :)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/98127/best-comeback-for-people-who-mock-paleo/98223#98223 ricechek 2012-02-17T19:21:30Z 2012-02-17T19:21:30Z

There's gotta be a mitochondrial DNA joke in there, somewhere. hehe

http://paleohacks.com/questions/82609/which-organ-meats-have-the-mildest-flavor/82755#82755 ricechek 2011-12-11T22:37:18Z 2011-12-11T22:37:18Z

Nothing like a big bowl of menudo with lots of tasty tripe, minus the hominy! My local mexican eatery accommodates my peculiar low-carb request. :)

http://paleohacks.com/questions/82609/which-organ-meats-have-the-mildest-flavor/82670#82670 ricechek 2011-12-11T22:35:23Z 2011-12-11T22:35:23Z

Second for sweetbreads! Lightly tossed in coconut flour or arrowroot, then sauteed gently in ghee. THE BEST!

http://paleohacks.com/questions/65632/are-added-fats-really-paleo/65641#65641 ricechek 2011-09-17T23:14:33Z 2011-09-17T23:14:33Z

Scrambled eggs and chopped onion, fried in ghee...nothing quite like it. :)

http://paleohacks.com/questions/65633/which-is-worse-teflon-or-a-microwave/65639#65639 ricechek 2011-09-17T23:10:04Z 2011-09-17T23:10:04Z

+1 for Harfatum. FWIW, we're constantly bombarded with cosmic rays and x-rays from space, so a little water-molecule-jiggling is a drop in the bucket, IMHO. Teflon is pure nastiness, especially when high heat is involved.

http://paleohacks.com/questions/42431/10-foods-and-thats-all/42437#42437 ricechek 2011-09-13T22:20:54Z 2011-09-13T22:20:54Z

Great idea, ben61820! +1!

http://paleohacks.com/questions/62589/okinawan-purple-sweet-potatoes-in-san-diego/62612#62612 ricechek 2011-09-03T21:41:40Z 2011-09-03T21:41:40Z

+1 for Thuan Phat Market!!

http://paleohacks.com/questions/62377/can-gary-taubes-fix-science-does-it-need-to-be-fixed/62459#62459 ricechek 2011-09-03T19:54:17Z 2011-09-03T19:54:17Z

Long live the QUILT! :)

http://paleohacks.com/questions/4794/substitute-for-vegetable-oil-when-cooking/4800#4800 ricechek 2011-08-13T16:37:26Z 2011-08-13T16:37:26Z

+1 for Now MCT oil!

http://paleohacks.com/questions/57886/lesser-of-the-evils/57902#57902 ricechek 2011-08-13T05:57:49Z 2011-08-13T05:57:49Z

I think it also has soy. :(

http://paleohacks.com/questions/57886/lesser-of-the-evils/57889#57889 ricechek 2011-08-13T05:28:53Z 2011-08-13T05:28:53Z

Whole Foods brand has a sourdough that claims to be long-fermented. The ingredients list is quite short, too.

http://paleohacks.com/questions/57886/lesser-of-the-evils/57888#57888 ricechek 2011-08-13T05:26:59Z 2011-08-13T05:26:59Z

Careful with corn tortillas. Some brands mix in wheat flour. ACK! :(

http://paleohacks.com/questions/56827/do-you-use-spaghetti-sauce-and-if-so-what-do-you-put-it-on/56830#56830 ricechek 2011-08-09T07:44:42Z 2011-08-09T07:44:42Z

Saladacco zucchini spiralizer FTW!!

http://paleohacks.com/questions/10736/tired-of-bacon/10793#10793 ricechek 2011-07-28T20:59:12Z 2011-07-28T20:59:12Z

I love black and white puddings that are part of English/Irish breakfast at my favorite pubs! But aren't those sausages traditionally made with grain-based fillers (aka gluten)?

http://paleohacks.com/questions/52503/any-other-paleo-nerds-going-to-san-diego-comic-con/52631#52631 ricechek 2011-07-19T23:10:01Z 2011-07-19T23:10:01Z

+1 for Tender Greens!