NUTS

Nuts are definitely part of a Paleo Diet. There is no doubt that our ancestors ate this rich energy source. You have to be careful though. many nuts are very high in Omega 6 fatty acids. If you are trying to maintain a good ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acids (Lauren Cordain , the author of The Paleo Diet estimates are that our paleolithic ancestors ate a diet that was 2:1 or 3:1 in Omega 6 to omega 3 FA ratio. Walnuts come the closest 4:1 - Omega 6 to omega 3 ratio. all other nuts lean heavy into the omega 6 fatty acid category. For example Almonds are 20:1. So try to stick to walnuts.

I avoid buying shelled nuts.

It is easy to shovel hand fulls of shelled nuts onto your mouth and before you know it you have consumed a few cups worth of nuts.

By buying nuts in a shell it takes a longer time to eat them, and you will expand some energy in cracking the nuts, plus its fun! The nuts are also fresher in the shell.

I fondly remember my grandfather take 2 walnuts in one hand and crack them! This is a great way to crack them if you do not have a nut cracker handy. Of course you can get really paleo and use 2 rocks!

Brazil nuts are rich in selenium, something that is hard to get from common foods.

Nuts add a great crunch to salads sauteed vegetable dishes.