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It’s not hard to imagine our primal ancestors noshing on this grain-free trail mix. Each pack contains nitrate-free strips of marinated and smoked grass-fed beef and a separate pouch of nuts and dried fruit. The balanced blend of protein, healthy fats and carbohydrates is a great way to stay fueled even if you’re not running from wild animals. SRP: $7.59; Booth 7515
Forager proves paleo granola can still deliver familiar taste and texture without the grains in this seed and nut-based option. Made with just sunflower seeds, walnuts, flaxseed, cinnamon and pure maple syrup, each serving offers 4 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber and only two grams of sugar. Large chunks of Fair Trade Certified organic dried bananas add a sweet crunch to each bite. SRP: $8.75
These Scandinavian treats are just as dreamy as they sound. Soft pillows of blended dates, cashew butter, shredded coconut and cashews are Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Organic and raw. Indulge often, as each offers protein and fiber in only 75 calories. SRP: $0.99 each; $3.99, four-pack; $23.99, 24-pack
These paleo-friendly cookies contain only nuts, seeds and berries. Each flavor is based on a different region of the world and features ingredients that would have been familiar to our early ancestors. I’m loving the Tropical, made with coconut, macadamia nuts and ginger. SRP: $6.25
I’ve long been a fan of Simple Squares, and I was delighted to rediscover them recently as a Paleo treat. The organic bars really do keep it simple with just nuts, honey, vanilla, sea salt and herbs. I got a kick out of the new Paleo branding found on the bottom of the product box. Perhaps that label will make it to the front-of-pack soon? SRP: $2.49; Booth 5422
Call it the “un-cereal.” Made with just four simple ingredients—almonds, pecans, unsweetened coconut and pine nuts—this paleo breakfast option won’t spike blood sugar with unnecessary added sugar or empty carbohydrates. One serving delivers a satisfying 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber. Dress it up with berries and milk (dairy or non) or take a pouch on the road for a convenient snack when hunger strikes. SRP: $9.50
Call it the “un-cereal.” Made with just four simple ingredients—almonds, pecans, unsweetened coconut and pine nuts—this paleo breakfast option won’t spike blood sugar with unnecessary added sugar or empty carbohydrates. One serving delivers a satisfying 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber. Dress it up with berries and milk (dairy or non) or take a pouch on the road for a convenient snack when hunger strikes. SRP: $9.50
While still the smallest of the specialty diet categories, paleo eating is gaining traction with sales forecasted to reach $300 million by 2018, according to Nutrition Business Journal. This nutrition plan proposes that because humans evolved as hunter-gatherers who ate primarily nuts, seeds, fruit, vegetables and meat, our bodies are not prepared to digest many of the foods found in the modern diet. The solution? You guessed it: Dining only on foods our early ancestors would have recognized.
While most big CPG companies appear to be taking a wait-and-see approach before developing paleo-specific lines, smaller brands are jumping at the chance to attract the growing paleo audience with minimally processed, whole food-focused convenience products. Look for paleo answers for everything from trail mix to cereal, all made without grains and minimal, if any, sweeteners.
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