One Potential Downside of the Paleo Diet: The Risk of Nutritional Deficiencies
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According to a 2022 study, individuals on a paleo diet long-term had lower levels of certain beneficial gut bacteria compared to those on unrestricted diets. This finding points to one potential downside of the paleo diet: its restrictive nature can lead to significant nutritional gaps and deficiencies, particularly involving calcium, fiber, and B vitamins.