Books Quote by John Durant
““Even though a strict reading of a Paleolithic diet would include cannibalism, it is a practice that I have to discourage. Modern people have a much higher ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids due to their grain-based diets; carry a wide variety of chronic infections; have destroyed their liver with excessive consumption of alcohol and fructose; and contain many environmental toxins. That said, if one were to incorporate cannibalism into ‘eating paleo,’ it would be healthiest to eat people who strictly adhered to the guidelines in this book.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Paleo Manifesto by John Durant, 2022
The author warns that a literal Paleolithic diet would imply cannibalism, but modern health issues make such practices undesirable; instead, he suggests only consuming those who already follow the diet.
In simple terms: Literal paleo diet would mean cannibalism, but modern health problems make it unwise; only eat those already following the diet.
Key Takeaway
Avoid literal cannibalism; focus on modern dietary improvements.
Themes
nutrition
ethics
health
dietary guidelines
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
ethical
nutritional
When to use this quote
- personal health planning
- dietary counseling
- public health policy
Key Concepts
omega-6/omega-3 balance
toxic exposure
alcohol
fructose
modern disease
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we achieve paleo benefits without extreme measures?
- What alternatives address omega-6/omega-3 imbalance?
A Different Perspective
Cannibalism is ethically unacceptable and impractical in modern societies.
