In 2009, former athlete Mark Sisson developed an eating plan to stay healthy once his competitive days were over and came up with the primal diet plan
The primary goal of the primal diet is to consume high-quality whole foods that are organic and minimally processed
Since primal diet followers consume more high-quality protein, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, they tend to feel fuller after consuming less food
Here is a guide to what you can and can't eat when following a primal diet
Foods to eat
The primal diet recommends eating fruits and vegetables like avocado, broccoli, and cabbage, as well as animal-based proteins like lamb, chicken, and eggs
Foods to avoid
The primal diet prohibits consuming processed foods, whole and refined grains, sugar, and artificial sweeteners
Occasional treats
The Primal Diet also allows for occasional treats, such as alcohol, cheese and dark chocolate with 70% cocoa content or higher