Is Oxalate Sensitivity Real?
Oxalate is a type of organic acid salt that occurs naturally in many plant foods, and can also be produced endogenously (within our bodies) from the metabolism of vitamin C, …
Oxalate is a type of organic acid salt that occurs naturally in many plant foods, and can also be produced endogenously (within our bodies) from the metabolism of vitamin C, …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah talk to Izabella Wentz, a professional pharmacist about medication for balancing thyroid hormones. Click here to listen in iTunes or download and …
Our skin is the largest organ in our body. As a barrier between the inside of our body and the outside world, it’s responsible for protecting us from infection and disease. It also …
As someone who recommends the Autoimmune Protocol as an effective treatment for autoimmune disease, I’m often asked how I recommend others approach the transition to this …
Ep. 244: Robb Wolf and Where Is Paleo Going? In this episode, Stacy and Sarah talk to Robb about where the future of the Paleo movement is going. Click here to listen in iTunes or …
Breakfast for dinner is a wonderful way to save money on your grocery bill from time to time. My favorite way to do this is with veggie frittatas! Frittatas are a quick …
One of the foundational principles of my approach to both the Autoimmune Protocol and the standard Paleo diet is a focus on nutrient-dense vegetables. If you’re new to Paleo, you …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah invite Robb Wolf on to talk about his new book Wired to Eat! Click here to listen in iTunes or download and listen by clicking the PodBean Player …
One of the amazing things about spices is that they do way more than liven up our meals with delicious flavors: they can also help make us healthier. Many herbs and spices are top …
Between its abundance of gut-healing amino acids, its benefits for joints and skin, its awesome flavor, and its ability to warm us up on a cold winter day, there are plenty of …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah talk about food intolerance and babies. How can you tell if your baby is sensitive to something and how do you introduce his or her first foods? …
The Paleo template is an educational foundation, based on scientific evidence, that informs our food choices. As such, it’s a flexible way of eating, and while there are …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah answer a reader question about creating or preventing allergies when introducing foods to children. Click here to listen in iTunes or download and …
The idea that a high intake of refined sugar could be contributing to our obesity and chronic disease epidemics is nothing new. But, one sweetener has gotten a particularly bad …
Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she conducts clinical trials. She is also a patient with secondary progressive multiple …
Meal planning is the number one recommendation I have for anyone who 1) is having a hard time consistently following Paleo or the AIP, 2) needs to make some dietary changes but …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah invite on Dr. Terry Wahls for a second part to discuss her thoughts on a new study of gluten free diets and her newest book. Click here to listen …
In Part 1 and Part 2 of this healthy weight loss series, I shared the scientific foundation for diet and lifestyle changes that promote healthy and sustainable weight loss. In an …
I’ve dedicated a huge portion of my website, my books and really my business to the idea that we are capable of affecting massive change in our health all on our own. From the …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah invite on Dr. Terry Wahls to discuss her research on multiple sclerosis improvements with a whole foods diet. Click here to listen in iTunes or …
Can you tell that I love salmon? I do. I love the flavor and how healthy it is! And wild caught pink salmon is especially easy to find inexpensively (check the …
I enjoy dispelling the widely popular myth that Paleo is a “meat heavy” diet by focusing about three quarters of every plate on vegetables (see The Importance of Vegetables, …
No matter where we are in our healing journey, we’ve likely discovered that a positive mindset makes a world of difference in how we think, look and feel. But how do we …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah talk about FODMAPs. What are they and why are some people avoiding them? And what can you eat that ISN’T high in FODMAPs? Click here to …
Mmm, fudge. Better yet, fudge that is indulgent but not cloyingly sweet, made with clean and nutrient-dense ingredients, that’s easy and quick to make, and that’s …
Are you seeing fresh figs in the stores and at Farmer’s markets? They are in season and we are getting some amazing local organic figs right now. I also love figs …
When we’re new to following a Paleo diet or Autoimmune Protocol, eating at a restaurant might not be on the menu. But if you’re missing a meal that doesn’t have to be cooked in …
As parents, friends and community members, we’re often pulled in a million different directions. In a culture that increasingly emphasizes hard work and self-sacrifice, it’s no …
In this episode, we update you on how Stacy has been since the last episode we did on her emotional and physical recovery. Plus, we talk about the emotional journey to health and …
Today marks the beginning of National Autoimmune Diseases Awareness Month. Could there be a more perfect time to release The Thyroid Secret, a phenomenal 9-part documentary series …
If there’s one skill we all gain on the AIP, it’s cooking! When we’re focused on consuming only the most nutrient-dense, clean, anti-inflammatory, high-quality whole foods to …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah tackle hemorrhoids and what to do about them, much to Stacy’s horror! Click here to listen in iTunes or download and listen by clicking the …
When it comes to losing weight, there’s dozens of effective diets to choose from. It’s true that just about every approach geared at weight loss works. But …
We might be tempted into intimidation at the idea of putting together AIP snacks. Even if we’ve been Paleo for a while, avoiding old staples in the pursuit of autoimmune health (no …
This post is the first in a new series all about the mindset shifts that can help us heal on the AIP . I felt it was time to tackle mindset because I keep hearing one pervasive …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah invite Denise Minger, author of Death By Food Pyramid, on to talk about research she did on extremely high carb, extremely low fat diets and why …
Previously, we’ve looked at food ingredients that sound scary but aren’t, and that we shouldn’t fear just because they have unfamiliar names. On the flip side, there are a number …
Packing lunches for our school-aged children can sometimes feel like a delicate balancing act. We want them to have the healthiest foods in the world, but we also want them to feel …
Corticosteroids are man-made hormones similar to the cortisol naturally produced by our adrenal glands, typically prescribed for autoimmune conditions and inflammatory disorders. …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah talk about supplements and nutrient sufficiency. Will you have to take supplement pills forever or will you get to a point where you no longer have …
As the Paleo diet gains prominence, some popular myths about this lifestyle have too. I’ve done my best to debunk these myths whenever possible (see Paleo Diet Clinical Trials and …
The Autoimmune Protocol, or AIP, is a life-changing complementary approach to healing autoimmune disease that’s based on a somewhat radical notion: the idea that we can control our …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah weigh the pros and cons of birth control and sex, particularly as they relate to autoimmune disease.. Click here to listen in iTunes or download …
Kiersten is a 20 something self-proclaimed nutrition nerd with a love of real food, homemade beauty care, and natural healing. After years of digestive distress, thyroid issues, …
There are two different styles of cake that are typically used to make Strawberry Shortcakes. The more traditional is a not-too-sweet biscuit. However, in recent years, the …
Since I began my Paleo journey 5 1/2 years ago, I’ve found that building a Paleo pantry is absolutely crucial to my continued success. The ease of grabbing a simple snack, having …
Nuts and seeds in moderation can be a boon to the nutrient-focused diet. They are rich in antioxidant vitamins, essential minerals including being a major dietary source of …
In this episode, Stacy and Sarah talk about how to handle starting a new way of eating when all you see are reasons it will be hard for you. Click here to listen in iTunes or …