When most people think about the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), they think about food—specifically, what they can’t eat. Elimination lists often take center stage, while the deeper foundations of healing get far less attention. But food alone is not enough. In Episode 55 of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, I explore the two pillars that support every phase of the Autoimmune Protocol: nutrient density and lifestyle practices. ...
Nutrient Density & Lifestyle Changes: Essential to All Phases of AIP
Reintroduction: Phase 3 of the Autoimmune Protocol
If you’ve spent time in the AIP world, you’ve probably noticed something: people love to talk about elimination, but far fewer people talk about what comes next. And that’s a problem—because reintroduction is where the Autoimmune Protocol becomes truly sustainable. In Episode 54 of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, I break down Phase 3 of the updated Autoimmune Protocol: the Reintroduction Phase. This post expands on ...
Elimination, Core & Modified: Phase 2 of the Autoimmune Protocol
If you’ve ever searched for “AIP Elimination Phase” online, you’ve probably come away more confused than when you started. Conflicting food lists, outdated guidance, and rigid interpretations have made elimination feel overwhelming, restrictive, or even unsafe for some people. In Episode 53 of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, I break down what the Elimination Phase of the Autoimmune Protocol actually looks like today, following the major ...
The AIP Transition Phase Explained: How to Prepare for Success Before Elimination
In the early days of the Autoimmune Protocol, there was no Transition Phase. People were encouraged to jump straight into eliminating foods, often overnight, while managing autoimmune symptoms, work, family life, and fatigue. For many, that approach felt overwhelming and unsustainable. In Episode 52 of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, I explain why the Transition Phase is now considered an essential part of the updated Autoimmune ...
What Is the Autoimmune Protocol? How AIP Works, the Science Behind It, and What’s Changed
If you’ve spent any time researching the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), you’ve probably encountered a lot of conflicting information. Some descriptions are outdated, some are overly rigid, and others miss the science entirely. That confusion can make AIP feel overwhelming—especially if you’re already navigating life with autoimmune disease. In Episode 51 of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, I break down what the Autoimmune Protocol actually is, where ...
The State of the Autoimmune Protocol in 2026 and the Relaunch of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast
The Autoimmune Protocol has changed significantly over the last decade. What began as a small, patient-led experiment has grown into a global, research-informed framework used by people living with autoimmune disease and by healthcare providers around the world. In Episode 50 of the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, I share a 2026 “State of AIP” update and explain why now felt like the right moment to relaunch ...
AIP Research Update: A Hashimoto’s AIP Study from Poland
Good news! The Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), an elimination and reintroduction protocol aimed at helping those with autoimmune disease identify food sensitivities and increase nutrient-density, continues to be the focus of medical research investigating its efficacy for specific autoimmune conditions. While AIP has been widely used in the autoimmune community since 2011 (see the History of the AIP Movement), medical research into its efficacy began around ...
Core & Modified AIP: An Updated AIP Resource Library!
In January, a new option for the elimination phase of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) was announced: Modified AIP Elimination. If you are looking for the exact details of which foods are included and avoided in both Core and Modified AIP, don’t miss What is AIP: The Definitive Guide which has been completely updated. A quick summary of the reasons why Modified AIP was added as ...
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