AIP stands for AutoImmune Paleo approach and has been the subject of numerous studies involving a variety of autoimmune diseases. Developed by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, AIP focuses on eating a nutrient dense, anti-inflammatory diet, removing key allergens such as grains, dairy, nightshades and lectins (including nuts, seed and legumes). The protocol also focuses on adding nutrient dense food to optimize healing. Things like organ meats, bone broth, and fermented foods. This part of the protocol is referred to as the Elimination Phase.
Depending on the severity of their condition, the type of autoimmune disease, and their age, people are recommended an average of 30 to 90 days on elimination, although some people may benefit from staying on the Elimination Phase longer.
Once people experience a significant improvement in symptoms, it's time for the 2nd phase of the protocol; The Reintroduction. This portion often gets overlooked as people start feeling so good on the Elimination Phase and dread the potential side effects of reintroducing certain foods. However it is important to remember that optimal health is derived from us having the most diverse whole food diet possible.
The Reintroduction Phase does not have a time limit. Patients explore different phases of reintroduction and monitor their symptoms to achieve the diet that fits their own bio individuality, allowing them to thrive and restore their health.
Lifestyle is the second branch of the AIP protocol, and is just as powerful as the dietary portion. In order to put our disease into remission we not only need to reduce our inflammation through food and nourish our bodies, we also need plenty of Sleep so that our tissues can repair, a manageable amount of Movement, reduced Stress, and time for Self-Care and Connection with others.
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