Paleoish Lifestyle
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Paleo
Eat natural shit… for the most part, of course. We’ve got allll the Paleo recipes you know and love, interviews from industry experts, top tips, resources and so much more to get you started on living a natural, feel-good lifestyle you’ll keep coming back to time and time again.
ISH
This isn’t a cheat day—this is you listening to your body and enjoying the foods you love outside the realm of Paleo. Learn more about the ISH way of living with our go-to recipes, top tips for approaching ISH Day with balance, and so much more to treat yo self just right.
Mind & Body
A little bit of this, a little bit of that, we’ve dedicated this page to all things health and wellness, including meditation apps we’re loving right now, tips from industry experts and more. See what all the buzz is about with our coverage of new, trending mindfulness and movement practices.
What Are You Feeling Tonight?
Quick and easy meals to plan on the fly.
Okay, But WTF Is Paleoish?
The Paleoish lifestyle is…
100% Guilt-free.
Natural, wholesome, good for you.
A challenge that requires work (if you’re up for it).
The Paleoish lifestyle is not…
Your typical cookie-cutter diet plan.
An excuse for a cheat day.
One that expects you to be perfect all the time.
It’s All About Balance
An unconventional way to live.
We get it. It’s no easy feat to commit to living healthier, but here at Paleoish you won’t find a community of perfect health coaches shaming you for wanting a slice of pizza now and then. We are human, after all.
Everything we do is rooted in the idea of balance and freedom. We’re hardcore about the Paleo lifestyle for sure, but we prefer to keep it real and showcase our imperfect ISH side, too, and to empower you to do you. Our guidance, your choice. That’s the beauty of it.
Here’s your roadmap to living out your Paleoish lifestyle. Consider these guidelines as you establish a rhythm that best works for you.
Living Paleoish
Here’s your roadmap to living out your Paleoish lifestyle. Consider these guidelines as you establish a rhythm that best works for you.
01. Paleo at the Foundation
At the foundation of our brand is Paleo. Think: natural foods. You should be focused on foods that nourish you. Foods like vegetables, meat, seafood, fruit, nuts, and seeds. Use this as your true north when faced with food choices. We’re breaking down all the thumbs up and thumbs down foods here.
02. ISH Is All About You
The ISH is all about the choices you make (we’re talkin’ eat and drink!) to create balance during your journey to becoming your best self. While your ISH day is your one day a week to indulge a bit and eat foods that don’t fall within the Paleo guidelines, keep in mind this isn’t a cheat day. Remind yourself why you are doing this in the first place and listen to your body.
03. Give It Time
It takes two weeks to start a habit. With that in mind, know that first and foremost this is a challenge. It’ll be difficult to get started, but if you commit to this change and listen to your body, you’ll be proud of what you can accomplish along the way.
Just a Quick Note: Of course, this isn’t a guarantee. This whole journey starts with you wanting to change, and this determines the amount of ISH foods you should allow yourself. At the end of the day, you can’t have it all. It’ll be hard. It’ll be challenging, but discipline is what makes real change happen.
Your 45-Day Roadmap to Getting Started
Looking for a little more direction as you begin your journey to living Paleoish? We’ve gotchu. (We got you)
We recommend starting with 45 days to start living the Paleoish way. Why? We consider this our sweet spot to developing healthy long-term habits. Of course, it’s really up to you to keep (and maintain!) those habits! But these guidelines will give you some structure and support along the way.
Good Rules of Thumb to Living Paleo
These thumbs up and thumbs down foods will give you some structure as you move forward. Yes, going all Paleo can be strict. If you decide it is, consider going the PaleoISH route.
Thumbs Up Foods
Eggs
Try to stick with pasture-raised.
All Vegetables & Fruits
Limit starchy carbs if trying to lose weight.
Nuts & Seeds
Except peanuts (they are a legume).
Almond Milk, Coconut Milk
Or other clean label nut milk.
Approved Oils & Fats
Avocado oil, extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, sesame oil, walnut oil as well as meat-based fats like tallow and lard.
Approved Flours & Starches
Almond flour, coconut flour, cassava flour, arrowroot starch, tapioca flour, potato flour. If it’s from a nut, vegetable, or root—you are good to go!
All Vinegars & Coconut Aminos
Read the labels to ensure they are clean.
Thumbs Down Foods
Sugar & Artificial Sweeteners
Stay away.
All Grains
Wheat, rice, oats, quinoa, etc.
Legumes & Soy Products
Beans, chickpeas, lentils, tofu, etc.
Processed Oils
Canola, soybean, sunflower, safflower, etc.
Processed Foods
If you can’t even pronounce some of the ingredients on the label that’s usually a good sign to stay away. Ask yourself: was this man-made?
Processed Dairy
Milk, cream, ice cream, sour cream, yogurt, etc.
Hydration
Water
You should be drinking half your body weight in ounces of water a day. Shoot for at least 60 oz to 120 oz.
Unsweetened Teas & Kombucha
Look out for sugar on some of them.
Black Coffee
Nothing but coffee here. No creamers, sweeteners, or flavorings.
ISH Day Add-Ons
Enjoy these on occasion and try not to make a habit of overdoing them.
Natural Paleo Friendly Sweeteners
Stick with honey, maple syrup, dates/date syrup, coconut sugar/nectar, monk fruit sugar, and Stevia.
Booze
Tito’s/Ciroc or other 100% potato or corn vodkas, 100% agave tequila, and wine.
Dairy
Stick with organic, pasture-raised, and grass-fed Dairy. Try to stick with natural hard cheeses, unsweetened full-fat greek yogurt, sour cream, and full-fat cream/buttermilk.
Dark Chocolate
75% or higher; stick to a little a day.
Corn
A little corn every now and then doesn’t hurt.
Got Questions?
We got answers.
WTF is Paleoish?
Paleoish is a lifestyle brand offering a collaborative, personalized, somewhat laid-back approach to living healthier. We created this brand for those tired of the status quo. What we offer is so much more than a diet, it’s a lifestyle change. Just like you, we’re no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to healthy living. The Paleoish lifestyle is one without strict regimens, boxes, and absolutely no guilt. That’s why we’re PaleoISH. The ISH is all about you and the choices you make to create balance during your journey to becoming your best self.
Ok, but what is Paleo?
The Paleo lifestyle is all about eating natural foods. You should be focused on eating vegetables, meat, seafood, fruit, nuts, and seeds. You’ll want to avoid any processed foods, grains, or sugar. We break down all things Paleo even further on our Paleo hub here (link TBD).
What is ISH Day?
If you’ve decided to start your Paleoish Journey, this is your one day a week to indulge in some of your cravings if you’re reeeeally feeling it. Keep in mind, this isn’t an excuse to eat whatever you want all day. As always, listen to your body. And it’s important to remember that everyone’s ISH Day looks different.
For example, if you have a goal to lose weight, your ISH Day may look a bit different or even smaller than others. This is really about you listening to your body. Now, if you’re craving pizza, smash some pizza and continue on your Paleo way. If you’re feeling good, go ahead and skip your ISH day and keep fueling with the good stuff. For more tips and tricks to all things ISH, check out our ISH hub for more information.
How do I know how much ISH I can eat?
This all comes down to you being in touch with your body. We aren’t here to dictate what you can or can’t eat on your ISH day, as there are no rules! Over time, you’ll come to understand what your body is craving and what it needs. As always, our community is here to support you throughout this process. If you aren’t already, head to our Instagram for more Paleoish tips or reach out to us at hello@paleoish.com for additional support.
How do I start?
We’re glad you asked! You’re in the right place. First, map out your timeline and pick 45 days where you can really commit to this lifestyle shift. We’ve actually put together a 45-Day Roadmap to get you started here where we’re sharing guidelines, inspiration, tips and tricks and everything you need to chart out your meal plan, move, sleep, and everything in between.
What if I have more questions about the Paleoish lifestyle?
We get it. This is a big step and questions are going to come up! That’s why we’re always here for all the questions you’ve got on deck. Head to our Contact page to reach out or shoot us and email at hello@paleoish.com, and we’ll be right with you.
