Macro partitioning
Modern commercial Paleolithic diet variants (low-carb/high-fat) and extreme Carnivore diets contradict anthropological evidence of ancestral carbohydrate intake (35-72% of energy) and may increase cardiovascular risk by promoting high saturated fat intake and dyslipidemia.
If you are following a commercial Paleo or Carnivore diet, be aware that your macronutrient profile (very low carb, high saturated fat) differs significantly from what anthropological evidence suggests ancestral humans ate. Current scientific consensus links high saturated fat intake to elevated LDL and cardiovascular risk. While these diets may offer short-term benefits (possibly via elimination of processed foods or FODMAPs), long-term adherence to high saturated fat levels may increase cardiovascular risk. Consider aligning your diet with evidence-based guidelines that limit saturated fat, rather than relying on evolutionary arguments alone.
What was originally proposed as a diet consisting of a considerable amount of carbohydrates and limited saturated fat later became known for its restrictive carbohydrate intake and liberal approach to dietary fat, with some recent recommendations relying almost exclusively on animal products.
Why this rating
The paper synthesizes anthropological data, historical nutritional science (Keys), and modern lipid guidelines, though it is a review/critique rather than a primary clinical trial.
Source
Evolusjonær eller epistemisk diskordans? Steinalderdiettens mange ansikt
Karsten Øvretveit · Norsk tidsskrift for ernæring · 2022
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