Ancient Carbs: Findings from Gesher Benot Ya’aqov on the Jordan River Challenge Paleo Diet

The Paleo diet, known for its emphasis on lean meats, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, has long been promoted as a way to eat like our prehistoric ancestors. However, a recent study from the Gesher Benot Ya’aqov site in the Middle East suggests that this diet might not accurately represent ancient eating habits. Published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the study supports the idea that ancient humans relied heavily on plant-based foods.