AIP: 7 Month Update

 

 

As I sit here typing this, I’ve just passed the 7 month mark of being on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).

Holy cow! 

My initial thought when I started this back in May was that I would aim for the 2-3 month mark, hoping 1 single month would be all I need before I felt on top of the world again.

Jeez….how wrong I was.....

 

 

 

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My Christmas AIP Treat eBook

 

 

As you know, I’m in the midst of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).  However, I have made the decision that living the AIP life over the festive season will not preclude me from all of its deliciousness.  I’m all about self care - not deprivation! 

 

So with this in mind,  I have a little present for you all.

 

I’m sharing with you a free little book of my favourite Christmassy AIP sweet treats to help see you (and me) through the festive season. 

 

Merry Christmas!

 

 

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My AIP Pantry Staples

 

 

Thinking about beginning or just starting out on the Autoimmune Paleo Protocol (AIP)?

 

One of the most daunting tasks can simply be the clearing out and restocking of your pantry with “allowable” foods. 

 

Where do you even start?

 

 

 

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Leaky Gut + AIP Bounty Bars

 

 

Right at this moment in time, I’m in the “loving and healing my gut” mindset.

 

Basically, I’ve been following the AIP diet since the beginning of May this year, and even though I’ve definitely felt the positive benefits of it, I have also been dealing with a few set-backs due to gut inflammation.  Why and how this is happening, I may never know, but I’m on a mission.

 

So what is leaky gut?

 

 

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AIP: Egg Substitute

 

 

Are you looking for an effective AIP friendly egg substitute? 

An effective substitute for those of us either on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), or for those of you unable to tolerate chia seeds or flaxseeds. 

Well, I’m here to tell you that all is not lost.

 

 

 

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6 Steps for Good Digestion

 

 

Apart from my obvious obsession for all things French, I have a keen and ever increasing passion for all things gut related.  Not quite in the same realm as each other, but any hoo…whatever floats your boat.

 

So today I'm sharing with you 6 simple, everyday tips that you can add into your day to day life to help improve you digestion and get it into a tip top working state......

 

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Constipation

 

 

Constipation.  Not a fun or sexy topic, but a pretty common complaint for those of us with Hashimoto’s or other thyroid conditions. 

Even the healthiest of us can suffer constipation on occasion as a result of stress, bad food choices and traveling. 

Did you know . . .

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My At Home Dental Routine

 

 

 

I listened to a podcast recently. 

To be more specific – I listened to the Melissa Ambrosini podcast with Nadine Artemis, author of Holistic Dental Care:  The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums.  

Initially the topic didn’t do much for me.  It didn’t “float my boat” so to speak, but after a minute or two.....I was hooked.  Hooked so much so that I’ve now started my own little holistic at home dental care routine.....

 

 

 

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Raw Honey v. Refined Honey

 

 

I am an avid lover of Rice Malt Syrup as my sweetener of choice.  Something that should come of no surprise if you’ve tried one of my recipes.

However, being on the Autoimmune Protocol, I’ve had do say au revoir to all grains – this includes rice malt syrup.  This isn’t a bad thing though, as I get to say a big hello to honey.  In particular raw organic honey.....

 

 

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My Wellness Journey So Far

 

So as you know, I have been living with Hashimoto’s and leaky gut for quite a number of years. 

The journey hasn’t been easy (and it still isn’t), however I’m eternally grateful for the progress I have made so far, and for the unexpected change in direction my life has taken.

I thought I might take the time to share with you where I started, what I changed in my life and where I currently am......

 

 

 

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