In 'Free the Animal', Richard Nikoley unveils the transformative power of a primal lifestyle, challenging conventional wisdom about diet and health. Drawing on his personal journey, he advocates for a return to natural living, fostering vitality through the consumption of whole, ancestral foods. Nikoley's thought-provoking anecdotes and expert insights push the boundaries of modern dietary norms, urging readers to rethink their relationship with food. As he intertwines science with personal narrative, he invites you to explore the depths of human potential. Prepare to be inspired to reclaim your health and vitality in ways you've never imagined!
By Richard Nikoley
Published: 2017
""The most liberating thing you can do is to question everything you thought you knew about health, food, and your own nature.""
In his book, Richard shares his tips for eating, fasting, and exercising as wild humans did for millennia. Find out how to embrace your primal cravings for nutritionally dense animal proteins and fiber-rich plant sources. Learn to stop listening to so-called experts and start tuning into your body's natural signals. Richard's approach to the Paleo lifestyle will help you lose fat, gain muscle, and unleash the energy of the animal inside you.Table Of ContentsI. Introduction -- The Popularity of the "Primitive Diet"II. The Paleo, Primal, Ancestral Lifestyle -- Escape From the Processed Food Culture The Paleo Way; 9 Points to a Paleo SolutionIII. Your Inner Animal -- Eating Like Our AncestorsIV. The Standard American Diet And Other Diet Health Disasters -- Modern Day Diets Are Health Hazards; The Advent Of Agriculture; It's Time To Look Out For Your Own Best Interests; and What About Vegetarianism and Veganism?V. Fat Is King -- Fat As The 'Good Guy'; Saturated Fat Is Good For You!VI. Not All Carbohydrates are Created EqualVII. The Cholesterol Con -- Challenging Mainstream Assumptions; Myths About Cholesterol; and Listen To Your Body, Not The NumbersVIII. Natural Disease Prevention -- Paleo Power: Preventing Allergies, Diabetes, & Cancer; Going Paleo can Improve Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis; The Role Of Vitamin D: Are You A Fish Out Of Water?; Activator X, AKA: Vitamin K2, Menatetrenone; and Enhance Your Sex Life Without PillsIX. Eat Like A Caveman -- What I Mean By Real Food; How To Cook PaleoX. The Power of Fasting -- Intermittent Fasting & Debunking "Several Small Meals A Day"; Fasting Changes Your Appetite: Where To Get Started; and Fasting For Cleansing: AutophagyXI. Evolutionary Exercise And Fitness -- The 1-Hour Per Week Workout RegimenXII. Cold TherapyXIII. A Primal Weight Loss and Health Improvement Plan -- Weight Loss Regimen With The Paleo PlanXIV. Recipes And Supplements -- Recipes to Complement The Paleo Diet; "Breakfast"; Some Classic "Lunch" Ideas; Dinners and Making Enough for Leftovers; Appetizers; and Paleo Diet Recommended SupplementsXV. Success Stories -- Paleo Diet Testimonials; Live WellXVI. About The Blog -- Free The Animal
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Richard Nikoley is a prominent author, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the fields of health, nutrition, and self-improvement. Known for his candid and often provocative style, he engages readers with insights derived from personal experimentation and scientific research. His notable works include the influential blog 'Free the Animal' and the book 'The Paleo Diet' co-authored with other thought leaders, where he discusses the benefits of ancestral eating paradigms. Nikoley's writing is characterized by a straightforward, no-nonsense approach that often challenges mainstream health narratives, encouraging readers to explore their own paths to wellness.
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