The Blog

an archive containing hundreds of articles, recipes and other resources for implementing AIP and living well with autoimmune disease

The Blog

an archive containing hundreds of articles, recipes and other resources for implementing AIP and living well with autoimmune disease

Chicken Mulligatawny Soup

Don’t be intimidated by the name! Chicken mulligatawny soup (pronounced mul·li·ga·taw·ny), which originated in India while the British were ruling it, is full of flavor and very comforting! So what does mulligatawny mean? Well, the origin of this name is based on the Tamil language. ‘Mullaga’ in Tamil means hot peppers or chillies and ‘thanni’ means water.  So basically mullagathanni means hot pepper water (soup). ...

Catherine’s AIP Kitchen: How She Manages Multiple Autoimmune Diseases in Indiana

  AIP Kitchen Tour is a monthly feature in which we profile a member of the AIP community and their kitchen setup in hopes that it will further inspire us to get our kitchens organized and set up for success! We’ve interviewed folks who are making the AIP lifestyle a reality in everything from college dorms and small city apartments, to large households with non-AIP family members, and everything in between. Through these ...

Creamy Broccoli Slaw

When the weather warms up I am a big fan of salads with tons of raw veggies. This broccoli slaw is one of my favorite ways to prepare raw broccoli with a tangy and probiotic-rich coconut-yogurt-based dressing. In just a few minutes you can have a nutrient-dense, flavorful salad ready to be eaten by itself (I can easily go for a big portion for lunch ...

Cookbook Review: The Autoimmune Protocol Reintroduction Cookbook

Today we’re going to take a deeper look at the newest AIP cookbook on the scene, The Autoimmune Protocol Reintroduction Cookbook, by Kate Jay, FNTP! Many of you know Kate as one of our past recipe contributors here on the Autoimmune Wellness blog (click here for an archive of all of her excellent recipes!). Kate is a skilled AIP Certified Coach, a Functional Nutritional Therapy ...

Nightshades and AIP: The Definitive Guide

Autoimmune Wellness has been around for quite a few years now, but one topic we’ve never explored in detail here is the nightshade elimination required during the first phase of the Autoimmune Protocol. As practicing health coaches and nutritional therapists, our information and resources are heavily focused on the practicalities and actual implementation of AIP, rather than the scientific “why” that our good friend, Dr. ...

One-Pan Chicken and Mushrooms

This one-pan Chicken and Mushroom recipe is not only quick but delicious. It’s perfect for your family, any night of the week. Are mushrooms AIP? Yes. They are fungi, which is like a vegetable but in a group of their own. If you want to learn more about mushrooms and their health benefits, check out this article from The Paleo Mom. Which spices can I ...

AIP Certified Coach Spotlight: Sarah Deavitt

  Ever since our first cohort of coaches graduated from our AIP Certified Coach Practitioner Training Program, we’ve been watching with pride and excitement as they bring the AIP to the traditional healthcare landscape. Our AIP Certified Coach Spotlight features give you a look at what it means to be an AIP coach, and what you can expect when working with one as part of your ...

Green Gazpacho

Gazpacho is a type of soup that originated in Spain. In its most original form, it is made from tomatoes, stale bread, garlic, olive oil and vinegar. The most well-known characteristic of a gazpacho is that it is a cold soup made from blending raw vegetables. Nowadays there are lots of variations of gazpacho and some of the vegetables used include avocados, cucumbers, peppers, strawberries ...