Primal Primer 19 (Nutrition)
Depending on region, ancestral hunters and gatherers diet of meat varied widely. In tropical or temperate climates, where plant resources were abundant, hunting represented roughly 20-40% of diet, whereas in arctic or semi arid regions, containing scarcer vegetation, animal meats represented ~80% of diet. Resources gained from hunting are critical for survival and evolution; actions greatly impacting physical, social, and cognitive development of humans for thousands of years.
Brain Expansion – Access to higher quality animal proteins and fats contributed to the expansion of the human brain. Developing larger brains requires significant energy; and meeting these requirements are nutrient dense meats (concentrated calories and essential fatty acids like omega-3s; essential for neural tissue development).
Tool Use & Technological Innovation – Hunting requires the development of increasingly sophisticated tools (stone tipped spears, bows & arrows, and traps); a driving force behind developing fine motor skills and technological intelligence.
Social Cooperation & Communication – Hunting large game requires cooperation and coordination between group members. Early humans worked together in planning and execution of hunts, especially for large animals like mammoths or bison. Complications and often dangerous expeditions of hunting fosters the development of close social bonds, group roles, and teamwork.
Kill Your Food
Return to the basics of earth’s nutritional custody: learn to hunt and fish. Immutable instincts leveraging ancient reward centers of the brain activate when sapien’s spirit is engaged in the art of wild protein and fat attainment. The thrill of the hunt will instantly narrow peripheral problems and sharpening the now. Organizing your life’s leisure to include these activities changes the mind and body indelibly. Sharing protein through the gifts of fresh meat is also one of the most meaningful acts of generosity towards the collective. Throughout history, a sapiens ability to provide protein and fat was a measure of status.
Or….Source Locally
Hunting and fishing is not immediately practical and accessible for many, taking time to develop the necessary skills and acquiring licensure. Alternatively, source from those who have procured meat using this method on your behalf. Local farmer’s markets, hunting / fishing groups, and co-ops are starting points. A main objective is knowing the source and avoiding large scale, commercially sourced animal proteins subject to harsh welfare conditions, exogenous chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Sick animal intake promotes sub-optimal human performance.
~Cave Implementation~
Learning to hunt and fish is facilitated by the knowledge of others. Seek people involved; start asking questions and expressing interest. Take notes, and begin acquiring necessary equipment. Fishing is a great starting place as required training, licenses, and equipment is less extensive and easy to access. Skilled mentorship can also be purchased through guide services: providing invaluable shortcuts to learning and success. Hunting and fishing activities will quickly become addictive leisure; shaping downtime with practical and economical bounty while tapping into primal roots.
A sapiens Ability To Provide Protein & Fat Is A Measure Of Status.
