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17/11/2025

The Risks of Going Paleo

Carroll Team
Written by Carroll Team
The Risks of Going Paleo

The Risks of Going Paleo

Critics highlight several health concerns with strict paleo eating: 

  • Calcium deficiency → Paleo eliminates dairy, the richest source of absorbable calcium. This raises the risk of osteoporosis and fractures later in life. 
  • Too much saturated fat & animal protein → Today’s livestock is far fattier than wild game, leading to higher intakes of saturated fat. Combined with excess protein, this can stress kidneys and weaken bones. 
  • Low fibre intake → Cutting wholegrains drastically reduces fibre, which is crucial for bowel health and reducing colorectal cancer risk. 

Interestingly, some of the longest-living populations in the world (think Japan, Sardinia, or the Mediterranean) get 70–80% of their energy from wholegrains, legumes, and plant foods—the very foods paleo excludes.

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