What to Eat and Why
There’s still so much food that you can enjoy on even the strictest elimination diet! Take a look…
-Any fruit except citrus!
-Rice and quinoa
-Turkey, lamb, wild game, organic chicken or beef, and cold-water fish like salmon -Dairy substitutes like coconut milk and unsweetened rice milk
-Olive oil, flaxseed oil, coconut oil
-Any fresh herbs and spices – besides cayenne pepper and paprika, apple cider vinegar
Your diet is going to rely on whole foods, fresh fruits and veggies, and some lean protein with minimal grains. Salads, stir-frys, soups, and smoothies will all become staples for you throughout the diet. But you’ll also be allowed to enjoy some foods like sushi, a well-grilled piece of meat, and flavorful dishes like coconut-milk curry with sauteed veggies!
Here’s an A to Z produce list to reference:
Alfalfa, Arugula, Artichoke, Asparagus, Avocado
Bean Sprouts, Beets, Bok choy, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash Cabbage, Carrots, Cassava, Cauliflower, Celery, Collard greens, Cucumber Fennel
Green beans
Jicama
Kale
Leeks
Mushrooms
Okra, Olives
Parsnip
Radish, Rhubarb
Sweet potatoes, sugar snap peas
Yams
Zucchini
Hopefully, you’re feeling a little more confident about taking on this challenging diet. Just remember that it’s only for 23 days! Plus you’ll learn so much about your health when it’s over.
Best,
Orli
