ancestral diet

An ancestral diet refers to the eating habits of humans' early ancestors, emphasizing minimally processed, whole foods they naturally sourced from their environment. It typically includes lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, while avoiding modern processed foods high in sugar, artificial ingredients, and additives. The idea is that eating in this way aligns more closely with our evolutionary nutritional needs, potentially supporting better health and preventing chronic diseases. This approach encourages consuming foods in their natural state, mirroring what humans evolved to eat over thousands of years.