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What's the Autoimmune Protocol Diet and Can it Help Celiacs?
Scott Adams posted an article in Summer 2021 Issue
Celiac.com 08/26/2021 - We get a lot of questions about what types of foods, products, and brands are gluten-free. We also get a lot of questions about diet, not just the gluten-free diet. One questions we've seen a lot recently is about the Autoimmune Protocol Diet. Specifically, what is the Autoimmune Protocol Diet, and can it help people with celiac disease? Exact formulations of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet can vary by source, but AIP diet usually eliminates: Dairy Food additives (e.g. nitrates, emulsifiers, preservatives) (1) Gluten Grains Nuts and seeds Legumes (beans, peanuts) Nightshade vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and eggplant) Oils (such as soy and canola oil) Added sugars and sweeteners Coffee and alcohol The AIP diet generally includes: Chicken Coconut and coconut oil Fish Fruits Meat Vegetables (except nightshades) Autoimmune Conditions Autoimmune conditions happen when the body’s immune system has trouble distinguishing between threats and healthy cells, and begins to attack a person’s own cells and organs. This can cause permanent damage and long term health problems. One of the most common autoimmune diseases is Type 1 diabetes. In Type 1 diabetics, the body attacks the pancreas, permanently damaging its ability to produce insulin. There are numerous other autoimmune conditions, including: Celiac disease; Crohn’s disease; Hashimoto’s thyroiditis; Lupus; Multiple sclerosis; Rheumatoid arthritis; Sjögren’s syndrome; Transverse myelitis; and Ulcerative colitis. There is some research data to support the benefits of the AIP diet for patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, such as Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis; Hashimoto's and Autoimmune Hypothyroidism; and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Inflammatory Bowel Disease A 2017 study using the AIP diet for patients with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis showed that 73% were in remission and stayed in remission for the duration of the diet. Hashimoto's - Autoimmune Hypothyroidism A 2019 study assessed the effect of 10 weeks of the AIP diet on patients with Hashimoto’s thyroid disease. They results showed a significant improvement in the quality of life, disease burden, and inflammation markers in the blood. Celiac Disease There is currently no solid data to show that the AIP diet produces any beneficial results for people with celiac disease. But there's also no evidence that it hurts. It's unlikely to cause issues for celiacs if used in conjunction with a gluten-free diet. Still, before making any major dietary changes, please check with your doctor or nutritionist. Related studies on the AIP diet: Efficacy Of The Autoimmune Protocol Diet For Inflammatory Bowel Disease Efficacy Of The Autoimmune Diet For Hashimoto’s Thyroid Disease The Autoimmune Protocol Diet And Effect On Quality Of Life In Inflammatory Bowel Disease The Autoimmune Protocol Diet And It’s Effect On Gene Expression In Inflammatory Bowel Disease -
Celiac.com 06/03/2021 - With autoimmune conditions on the rise, and concerns about inflammatory conditions growing, more and more people are looking for dietary alternatives to promote immune health and fight inflammation, especially for those with autoimmune conditions. There have been a number of diets aimed at health improvement, but not many focused on autoimmune conditions. The latest approach to using diet to help people improve symptoms of autoimmune conditions is called the Autoimmune protocol diet (AIP diet). What is the AIP Diet? The AIP diet is a nutrition plan to help people with autoimmune conditions lessen symptoms and improve their quality of life. The AIP diet eliminates foods that may worsen symptoms or increase inflammation. The AIP diet is designed to treat most autoimmune conditions, including: Celiac disease Crohn’s disease Hashimoto’s thyroiditis Lupus Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Sjögren’s syndrome Transverse myelitis Ulcerative colitis What foods can you eat on an AIP diet? The AIP diet includes nutrient-dense foods that supposedly reduce inflammation and promote healthy gut bacteria. The idea is that improving gut health will help improve autoimmune conditions. The AIP diet includes: Chicken Coconut Coconut oil Fish Fruits Meat Vegetables (except nightshades) What foods does the AIP diet eliminate? Though formulations can vary, the AIP diet looks to eliminate foods that promote inflammation. The AIP diet eliminates: Dairy Food additives (e.g. nitrates, emulsifiers, preservatives) (1) Gluten Grains Nuts and seeds Legumes (beans, peanuts) Nightshade vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and eggplant) Oils (e.g. soy and canola oil) Added sugars and sweeteners Coffee and alcohol The role of food in autoimmune disease Diet has a great influence on gut health, and more and more clinicians are looking at the role of diet on autoimmune disease. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that is treated solely by diet. We know that the gluten-free diet used to treat celiac disease positively changes gut bacteria. Could an AIP diet provide further improvement? Early research supports AIP diet A number of studies have shown promising results using an Autoimmune Protocol Diet on patients with autoimmune conditions. Inflammatory Bowel Disease ( Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis) In 2017, researchers conducted the first known study using the AIP diet to treat inflammatory bowel disease. They assessed 15 patients with either Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, who followed a 6-week elimination diet. During this period, the patients eliminated foods prohibited by the Autoimmune Protocol Diet. After the first 6 weeks, they continued on the AIP diet for 5 weeks. Patients experienced general reduction in inflammation, and after the first 6 weeks, 73% were in remission and stayed in remission for the duration of the diet. Hashimoto's-Autoimmune Hypothyroidism A small 2019 study that assessed the AIP diet in conjunction with lifestyle changes on people with Hashimoto’s thyroid disease showed that after 10 weeks, patients saw a substantial improvement in the quality of life, disease burden, and inflammation markers in the blood. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) When conventional medication and treatment failed to stop multiple sclerosis progression in Dr. Terry Wahls, she designed and adopted a strict, modified paleo AIP diet. Dr. Wahls went from using a wheelchair to riding her bicycle. Her diet formed the basis for a 2015 study that showed dietary changes similar to the AIP diet helped people with multiple sclerosis to feel better and have fewer symptoms. In fairness, Dr. Wahls' approach includes lifestyle modifications, daily stretching, nutritional supplements, and stress management, so the results may not be due solely to diet. However, diet was surely a part of the results. Recent Research On The AIP Diet includes: Efficacy Of The Autoimmune Protocol Diet For Inflammatory Bowel Disease Efficacy Of The Autoimmune Diet For Hashimoto’s Thyroid Disease The Autoimmune Protocol Diet And Effect On Quality Of Life In Inflammatory Bowel Disease The Autoimmune Protocol Diet And It’s Effect On Gene Expression In Inflammatory Bowel Disease The Drawbacks Of AIP Of course, it is important to get plenty of exercise and rest, keep stress low, and maintain healthy vitamin D levels, all of which have been shown to affect inflammation, which is a key component of autoimmune disease. But, now we know the effect of diet on autoimmune disease is real. Thus far, the results of studies done on the specific effect of the AIP diet on autoimmune disease have been encouraging. They have been shown to help lower inflammation and improve quality of life by reducing symptoms and improving energy. Still, the AIP diet isn’t for everyone. It can be emotionally and socially challenging, expensive, and requires people, who can't afford a delivery service, to prepare their own meals. But, for anyone looking for options to help improve their autoimmune symptoms, the AIP diet may be worth trying. It's fairly easy to adopt. It can be done in stages, and the results are usually pretty clear after a few months. Especially for anyone with celiac disease, or other autoimmune conditions, who is having lingering issues, it may be worth exploring the AIP diet. Do you or anyone you know follow the AIP diet to treat celiac disease, or another autoimmune condition? Has it helped? Share your experience below. Read more in The Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP Diet): Does it help?
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