Tests for Paleo-Kosher.

A. Toxin aspects-
1. Is it edible without cooking? If not, avoid it.  If not, then it will
contain toxins in the raw state (otherwise why would it be inedible?)
2. Is it a seed? If so, avoid it. Phylogenetically seeds share the same
problems- they contain toxins (protease inhibitors, haemagglutins)(to freeze
their metabolism and fight pests), and secondary metabolites (half processed
chemicals to help speed early growth)., etc, etc. These substances are what
cause most of the health problems of grains. These issues apply to all
seeds- grains, beans, etc.
3. Skins of fruit and vegetables are more likely to have higher
concentrations of toxins specifically to fight pests.

B. Foods that are likely to be OK:
Fruits- fleshy bodies containing seeds.Phylogenetically all similar. The
fruit is the plants gift to the animal for depositing the seeds elsewhere in
a pile of dung. This arrangement ids profitable for both parties and this is
therefore a good business arrangement. Therefore, I propose that fruit
eating animals and fruit bearing plants have a symbiotic relationship.
Plants reserve the right to fill the seeds inside the fruit with toxins to
discourage animals from eating them.
Roots- some will be edible, I can't see any simple test apart from trial and
error. Some will be inedible as their is no benefit to the plant from having
its root eaten.
Leaves- as for roots.

C. The co-evolution aspect- looks at Old World vs New World foods. I don't
put a lot of credence in this as I think phylogenetic properties of plants
are
more important. I would expect New World foods to be a little more
allergenic, but otherwise not too concerned.

D. .Is it available without technology- specifically excludes refined
sugars, dairy products etc.

Is this a helpful approach? Maybe we should develop FAQ's.

Ben Balzer
"The ideal diet for any animal is that which it eats in the wild. Humans are
no exception."
"Ask a dietitian how to lose weight and you'll be told to eat bread, corn,
soy, cereals etc.. Ask a farmer how to fatten an animal and you'll be told
to feed it bread, corn, soy, cereals etc. There is a discrepancy that needs
explanation."