Palaeolithic Age

During this stage of evolution dating back over 45,000 years ago (others suggest it goes further back) there was only minimal development of societal structures.

• People where Nomadic
• Active Lifestyle
• Used stone and wood implements
• Ability to use Fire.

FOOD was available only from their local environment –

• Locally supplied.
• No preservation methods

Likely Palaeolithic diet:

• Wild foods
• Protein – Terrestrial & Marine Animals
• Carbohydrates (CHO) – Fruit, underground storage organs, Honey
• Fat – Animal Fat (marrow, offal)  and Nuts and Seeds

FOOD PROCUREMENT:

•  Hunting/ Fishing (Male)
• Gathering/Collecting/Foraging (Females and Children)

FOOD PREPARATION:

• Use of heat for cooking.