50 Paleo AIP Thanksgiving Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Is black pepper OK on AIP diet? ›

Note: *Peppercorns*, meaning Black, White and Pink Pepper Corns that are normally served table side are actually *not* nightshades but berries from an entirely different family. However, they can still be problematic and are no longer accepted as part of a strict AIP protocol.

Garlic. Another food I recommend you add to your AIP diet is garlic. Garlic is a prebiotic, so it feeds good bacteria in your gut. This can be helpful if you're suffering from an autoimmune disease because your gut and your immune system link together.

Is Paprika an AIP spice? Nope, paprika is from the nightshade family, therefore not AIP-compliant. Do be careful as a lot of packaged goods include the word “spices” as an ingredient, and paprika is often one of those “spices”.

The Autoimmune Protocol eliminates nightshade spices like paprika and cayenne and even takes nutmeg off the table.

During the elimination phase, the AIP diet recommends cutting out the following foods: Grains (wheat, oats, rice, corn, etc.) Legumes (lentils, black beans, chickpeas, green beans, etc.) Nuts, seeds, and seed-based spices (like mustard, cumin, sesame, etc.)

Examples of foods you can eat while on the AIP diet include: Vegetables that aren't nightshade vegetables like cucumbers, spinach, sweet potatoes and zucchini. Fresh fruits like apples, oranges, mangos, strawberries, bananas and blueberries.

The foods to avoid on the AIP diet include the following: Dairy products (including milk, cream, butter, yogurt, and cheese) Legumes (including beans, soybeans, peanuts, and lentils)

Yes. As long as it was naturally cured and does not include any artificial ingredients or spices, it is suitable. The ideal place to find AIP bacon is at a health food store - Whole Foods or your local health food store will have what you are looking for!

Lean ground proteins including turkey, chicken, and beef. Fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as salmon and trout. Other fish you can buy include cod, haddock, tilapia, and tuna. Seafood, including shrimp and scallops.

Is cinnamon OK on AIP diet? ›

First, a list of AIP herbs and spices you probably already know and don't need much explanation. You can still use basil, bay leaves, chives, cilantro/coriander leaves, cinnamon, cloves, dill weed, garlic, ginger, onion powder, parsley, mints, marjoram, rosemary, sage, thyme, and vanilla bean.

Pickles: Probiotic foods are an essential part of Paleo and the AIP, but most pickles you buy in a jar off the shelf are simply brined, not fermented (meaning they don't have any probiotics). Cucumbers are what everyone thinks of when they hear the word “pickles”, but you can pickle just about anything.

Turmeric has been used for thousands of years as a completely natural healing spice. You'll find more this article about how it can be helpful in arthritis management, skin conditions, and more. They're nut free, grain free, and totally AIP and paleo.

AIP requires that you eat no nuts during elimination phase. It's best to avoid nuts during the active phase of an autoimmune condition because they contain so many different proteins that can act as allergens.

The autoimmune protocol eliminates nightshades, so bell peppers, eggplant, and tomatoes are all out. To substitute for these, try: Eggplant: zucchini or yellow squash.

Known as the “King of Spices,” black pepper has been valued for its flavor and antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory benefits. Studies have shown that the chemical compounds of black pepper, particularly piperine, may be effective in the early acute inflammatory process.

Bleeding conditions: Piperine, a chemical in black pepper, might slow blood clotting. In theory, taking black pepper in amounts greater than those in food might increase the risk of bleeding in people with bleeding disorders. Diabetes: Black pepper might affect blood sugar levels.

Turmeric and black pepper each have health benefits, due to the compounds curcumin and piperine. As piperine enhances curcumin absorption in the body by up to 2,000%, combining the spices magnifies their effects. They may reduce inflammation and improve digestion, particularly in supplement form.

​ Black Pepper is paleo. Black Pepper is likely suitable for a paleo diet.