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

The State of AIP 2021

For the last several years at Autoimmune Wellness we’ve marked the start of the New Year with a “State of AIP Address.” It’s an opportunity to introduce all the new members of our community to the roots of AIP (read more at The History of the AIP Movement), plus review the prior year and discuss potential areas of growth for the future. BUT this year ...

See You in 2021! Announcing Our Holiday Break

With the rollercoaster of 2020 coming to an end (whew!), we can’t help looking back and reflecting on how our business and our commitment to our work have changed in the last 11 months. We started the year focusing on how to stay healthy during a pandemic, and turned to Dr. Rob Abbott for insight into how to respond to COVID-19 and what to think about ...

Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Here’s a great AIP Thanksgiving side dish that transforms Brussels sprouts with the help of bacon. Even you picky eaters will love this AIP Brussels Sprouts Gratin. How long can you keep Brussels sprouts in the fridge? Sprouts can keep in the fridge for a surprisingly long time. They can last about 6 weeks if purchased fresh and stored properly. What is good to serve ...

Crisp Rosemary-Garlic Parsnip Fries

I know that you’ve been missing those crisp restaurant fries. I’ve got just the thing for you. These parsnip fries were made to fool you with their crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside delightfulness. So much so that I’m willing to bet you won’t miss the starchy, white potato version. The trick is to blanch them before frying. Don’t ask me the science behind it but holy moly… it ...

Smoked Mussels Tapenade

  I know, I know.  I’m challenging you with this recipe!  I can hear some of you through the screen: Ew. Mussels. NEXT. But wait!  Mussels are a fantastic addition to your diet.  They are so incredibly nutrient rich that Dr. Sarah suggests that they’re in the running with organ meats!  For those of us who have trouble incorporating organ meats into our diets, mussels ...

Mini Bundt Cakes with Maple-Cinnamon Glaze

I’ve got a special holiday-themed dessert for you today – mini bundt cakes with a delicious cinnamon glaze! Don’t be intimidated as this is a super simple recipe that comes out with a lovely texture that even the non-AIPers in your group will enjoy! Here I call for unsweetened dried cherries as a mix-in and topping, but you can absolutely swap out some other AIP-compatible ...

Stephanie’s AIP Kitchen: How She Manages Hashimoto’s in Minneapolis

  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 ...

AIP Pumpkin Chai Donuts

  Who doesn’t love chai? Who doesn’t love pumpkin? Well…it’s your lucky day because you get BOTH! Get ready to have your tastebuds WOW-ed with this yummy treat. Fall is for cozying up with a cup of something warm and a yummy pumpkin treat — like these AIP pumpkin chai donuts. Pumpkin puree is in demand per usual during this time of year so if ...