What is the least evil non-paleo carbohydrate source?

[Neill Smith]

Here's some background: I've always had trouble putting on mass on low carbs even with fairly high calorie intake. I think large amounts of fruit are undesirable. Sweet potatoes are great, but I could use some variety. Also, my girlfriend is trying paleo for the first time. It's tough for her, and I think she has a better chance of sticking if there's some compromise.

So, which non-paleo carbohydrate source is the least evil? Oats? Brown rice? Sprouted grains? Something else? What are the pros and cons?

Thanks in advance for the help.

[Mike ODonnell]

Rice probably. Or anything "non-wheat" if you are getting "wraps" or something like that out.

[Gant Grimes]

I like ice cream and brownies.

[Dave Van Skike]

is this a moral question? if not Gant's suggestion is the way to go. otherwise huge bowl of rice with half and half and honey on it before bed.

[John Alston]

Rice with coconut milk is a great one. Will try the half and half maybe.

Though really, I love H&H for protein shakes. Yum.

[Garrett Smith]

Whatever carb you choose, if you're trying to put on mass, combine it with high fat (as you notice, that's in all of the recommendation so far).

[Fenthis Glusos]

what is the reason for suggesting rice? Isn't rice even worse for blood sugar levels than bread/pasta?

[Mike ODonnell]

Originally Posted by Fenthis Glusos

what is the reason for suggesting rice? Isn't rice even worse for blood sugar levels than bread/pasta?

Um, no. This is also assuming one eats a meal of combined marconutrients...as the whole insulin response is based on the total load, not just one part of it (think Zone). Could also get into portion control, meal timing, level of activity, etc...etc...etc. Loads of variables.

If you are trying to put on mass....eat, eat, eat.

[Neill Smith]

Originally Posted by Dave Van Skike

is this a moral question?

No, I was speaking tongue-in-cheek. "Evil" means least detrimental in terms of insulin response, inflammation, performance and other issues common to non-paleo foods.

Gant's suggestion is definitely the most fun.

[Kevin Perry]

Go with Gants suggestion,

Ice Cream and Brownies... I prefer Ben and Jerry's or marble slab.