A Divisive Issue
The Paleo diet sounds good, in theory. Some nutritionists have praised the diet for championing real, whole, healthy foods rather than refined and processed foods. In fact, there have even been some studies that suggest that cavemen were healthier than the average modern American. Cavemen were thought to eat three times more produce, ate foods richer in protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and Omega-3 fatty acids. Shannon thought it sounded like the best way to raise a healthy, happy child. But others weren’t convinced — including her doctor.