February 2012
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100% Paleo T-Shirts Now Available
My latest paleo t-shirt is out - 100% Paleo is now available in my Spreadshirt shop. It’s a 4.5oz.,100% certified organic cotton tee for men and comes in 4 colors (white is an option but doesn’t work with the logo) It sells for $27.00.
I can also make it in a women’s tee if anyone is interested. Please contact me and let me know.
I’ve recently found some cool new fonts...
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Paleo Shopping at Wholesale Nutrition (Southaven,...
Check out Wholesale Nutrition in Southaven, MS if you’re in the market for some paleo goodies. They’re located at 336 W Goodman Rd Southaven, MS 38671 and they have a great selection of vitamins, minerals, oils, gluten-free and organic products as well as a wide selection of high-quality personal care items.
They’re also a NOW Foods authorized retailer. In The Paleo...
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First Paleo Memphis Meet Up
The first Paleo Memphis meet-up is scheduled for March 3rd, 2012 from 2-3pm at the Starbucks on Poplar at I-240 near the Olive Garden (Google Map). The meeting will be very informal but I hope it will provide an opportunity for people to get to know other paleo enthusiasts. I plan on bringing a few name tags since I’m terrible with names!
Also, you don’t have to plan on staying the...
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Sustainable Seas Tuna at Kroger
I was inspired to make these Tuna and avocado wraps from Nom Nom Paleo so I was very excited when I found wild, pole-caught tuna from Sustainable Seas at Kroger. The cans were more expensive than your traditional tuna but well worth it my opinion. I think each can was about $2.50 compared to the ~$1.25-$1.50 for the other stuff. The BPA-free can was icing on the cake.
Here’s a excerpt...
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My Jawbone UP Kicked The Bucket
My Jawbone Up kicked the bucket last night. I charged it up for a long times yesterday but to no avail. The batteries failed to charge and the device isn’t working any more after a short 6 weeks of use.
I really thought that the Jawbone UP would help me, or anyone else, live a better paleo lifestyle and my first impressions of the product were quite good. I was optimistic that I had one...
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The Burger Joint Now Open In Memphis →
I’m not advocating for all the non-paleo food there but I’m happy to see “award winning blend of prime, dry-aged, all natural, hormone free, grain-fed beef” on their menu. I’d prefer it be grass-fed beef and, that they source it from local farms but I think it’s a great move in the right direction. Maybe people will become more interested in better beef and...
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Types of Magnesium for the Paleo Diet
In this post I want to discuss the different kinds of magnesium available to help you make the right purchase.
I won’t get into all of them today but, there are at least 7 different types of magnesium (maybe more) available in oral supplements. They include magnesium oxide, magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate, magnesium citrate, magnesium lactate, magnesium chloride, and magnesium...
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Paleo Creamy Chicken Tomato Crockpot Soup
I found this recipe on Everyday Paleo and I wanted to share because it’s so simple to make and very hearty. It’s so simple because it only has 4 main ingredients; frozen chicken breasts, a can of coconut milk, a can of diced tomatoes, and a cup of chicken broth. Then you add in a few seasonings, cook on low for 8-9 hours and you’re done. Super simple.
Also, if you have a...
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Kettlebells for the Whole Family
I finally broke down and bought my kids, my wife, and I each a kettlebell. I know they’re a staple among the Crossfit folks out there and, after reading about the many benefits of kettlebells, I wanted to pick up some for the family. Time is always an issue in our house and, anything that can combine cardio and strength training in one move, all the better. Plus, I’m all about...
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January 2012
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One-Day MovNat Workshop in Memphis: 4-1-12
In looking at alternatives to joining a Crossfit gym I came across MovNat. MovNat is described as:
…an effective fitness system based entirely on using the full range of our natural human movement abilities such as walking, running, balancing, jumping, crawling, climbing, swimming, lifting, carrying, throwing, catching, and self-defense. MovNat is for everyone, it is progressive and...
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Paleo Kids Lunches?
What do you paleo parents do for your kids lunches? Any tips and/or ideas on more paleo-friendly lunches? I don’t expect to go completely grain free and 100% paleo with their lunches but I’d like to find some new, healthier ideas for their lunches.
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Memphis Paleo Dining at Humdingers
With only two locations in the Memphis area, Humdingers is a great option if you’re looking for a paleo-friendly dining option. My wife and I went to the the Poplar location last weekend and I got the triggerfish and a side of asparagus. My wife got the crab cakes and a side of very delicious, grilled sweet potatoes. Both were very good!
The Humdinger’s menu consists of many options...
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Paleo Sleeping: Black Out Your Bedroom
If you’ve followed this blog for any length of time you know that I’m a bit obsessed with getting a good night’s sleep. I’ve talked about the importance of sleep as being the cornerstone to paleo living and, as part of my 2012 resolutions, I wanted to really back out our bedroom.
I found myself at Hancock Fabrics off of Qunice Road (in Memphis) because I needed...
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Paleo Cooking: Pumpkin Chili
I made Fast Paleo’s Pumpkin Chili last weekend and wanted to share my thoughts on the recipe. I’ve resolved to try new recipes in 2012 and this is one that I’ve been wanting to try for a long time. Luckily my wife doesn’t mind me experimenting in the kitchen.
First, this make up a lot of food so be prepared for a ton of leftovers if you’re feeding less than 6...
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Almost Barefoot Running with the Brooks PureFlow
Part of my 2012 resolutions was to replace some of my shoes with “barefoot” friendly footwear and the Brooks PureFlow was my first step toward that goal. The PureFlow is one of 4 (four) models in Brook’s PureProject line aimed at runners looking to get more into barefoot running by encouraging a mid-foot strike vs. a traditional heel strike. The PureFlow has a 4mm heel-to-toe...
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Paleo, Primal, and Crossfit T-Shirt Now Available
My latest side project is here - paleo, primal, and crossfit T-shirts in my Spreadshirt store. I have a closet fetish for cool fonts so I came up with a few ideas for some T-shirts. I finally decided to find an outlet for my designs and Spreadshirt has the most offerings.
Some of the mottos and logos include:
“In Paleo We Trust”
“In Crossfit We Trust”
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The Dirty Dozen Mini Moo Cards Giveaway
The repressed graphic designer in me came out and helped me make some custom mini cards from Moo that I plan on giving away to my paleo/primal/organic friends.
Many people have heard of The Dirty Dozen - the 12 most pesticide ridden fruits and veggies according to the USDA - but it’s hard to remember what to buy organic while at the grocery store. That’s where the idea for these...
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2012 Farm to Table Conference for Mid-South...
I just got notified of this and wanted to share. Here’s the press release I received:
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, January 3, 2012 – The second annual Farm to Table Conference for Mid-South Producers will take place on February 6, 2012 from 8 AM to 5 PM at the Memphis Bioworks Foundation Conference Center. The conference is designed to provide a forum for farmers, consumers, entrepreneurs and...
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10 Memphis Area Farmer's Markets
Memphis has some great farmer’s markets and I wanted to put them in one spot so you can find one close to you. Not all of these are open year round so be sure to check their website or give them a call before heading out
Binghampton’s Urban Farms
Winchester Farmers’ Market
Fayette County Farmer’s Market
South Memphis Farmer’s Market
Cooper-Young Community...
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My 2012 Paleo Resolutions
The other day I asked, “What are your paleo resolutions for 2012?” so I decided to put together a few of my own and share them with my followers/readers.
The word resolution can mean many things to different people and, often times, it can scare people into doing nothing at all. However, I’m pretty good at sticking to goals that relate to something that I’m passionate...
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New Flavor from LÄRABAR: Cappuccino
Right before Christmas I received an unexpected treat from my friends at LÄRABAR. It was a small box with 4, brand new cappuccino bars and a nice little note saying;
Dear friend,
We hope you are having a merry and bright holiday season.We also hope you are resting up an re-energizing for the New Year.
As for us, we are looking forward to kicking off 2012 with our newest...
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goalliego asked: i'm a huge fan of casseroles, one pot dishes, crockpot types of stuff. they always taste good, pretty healthy and easy/fast when life is so freakin' nonstop busy. Sooooo. I loved the one you posted today and I just wanted to nicely ask/suggest that you come up with lots more breakfast casseroles and/or any other meals too! :D I'm crocking roast beef today to turn into Chile...
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What are your paleo resolutions for 2012?
Got any good ones? Let me hear ‘em
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Paleo Beef, Mushroom, Kale, & Egg Casserole
There’s no shortage of paleo-friendly breakfast casseroles on the internet but I wanted to share what I cooked up Monday night. I love having a hearty breakfast available during the week that’s both easy to heat up and keeps me full until lunch.
I’ve never cooked kale but after learning about its many benefits I wanted to incorporate it into recipes more often. Also, instead...
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Memphis Paleo Group On Facebook
As 2012 kicks into high gear, I wanted to make good on at least one resolution and start a meetup group for paleo enthusiasts in the Memphis area. Now on Facebook, the Memphis Paleo group will be a place for people already living or interested in learning more about the paleo lifestyle can come together and discuss the four pillars of paleo living: sleep, stress, exercise and of course, food.
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December 2011
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First Impressions of the Jawbone Up
My wife bought me a Jawbone Up for Christmas and I started using it the moment I opened the package. Since adequate amounts of quality sleep is the cornerstone of paleo living, I was excited to begin tracking my sleeping patterns. I wanted something that would keep me on track and accountable for being more active and to getting more sleep.
So far my sleep patterns and activity levels have...