read the following links and answer the questions

Chapter 6: Protein be sure to post on both Topic 1 and 2

Topic 1

Paleolithic Diets vs. Vegetarian Diets

I hear a lot of people talking about being on the Paleolithic diet these days, reporting a high consumption of animal based protein with some fruits and vegetables and, reportedly, no carbs, (although of course fruits, vegetables, and beans have mostly carbs). There is much to keep in mind in regards to this topic, including that our bodies have evolved over time and that our lifestyles have also changed. I am posting some links for you to explore. After reading what these authors/scientists had to say, answer the questions below:

Paleo Diets

An interview with a variety of researchers/scientists:

http://www.good.is/posts/good-asks-the-experts-is-the-paleolithic-diet-really-better/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Here is a video by Boyd Eaton

https://vimeo.com/57311606 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Review and research looking at Paleo

https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2016/januaryfebruary/cutting-through-the-paleo-hype-the-evidence-for-the-palaeolithic-diet/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

And, here is one more to add to your reading. This is a physician with strong leanings towards a vegetarian diet and program that he sells, but my favorite line is the one of “if you tell a lie often enough…. ”http://www.drmcdougall.com/misc/2012nl/jun/paleo2.htm#.UnlkQRQYUVA.facebook (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

U.S. News and Health: The Engine 2 Diet Overview

http://health.usnews.com/best-diet/engine-2-diet (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

1. After reading the conflicting reports on the Paleolithic diet, What are the arguments against the paleo diet?
2. What are the arguments and evidence to support the paleo diet?
3. What are the environmental ramifications of the Paleo diet?
4. What is the Engine 2 diet?
5. Who has the strongest argument in your opinion (make sure you back your answer up with specific examples and facts).

Topic 2 Hunter Gatherer Diet

This is doctor Terry Wahls video, who used a “hunter gather” diet to cure her MS.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLjgBLwH3Wc&feature=player_embedded (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

1. How does Terry Wahls version of the hunter gather diet differ from the traditional Paleo diet?

2. Do you think this is a realistic diet to follow?

3. If you were diagnosed with MS, do you think you would follow this diet? Explain your answer.