This is the protocol Dr. Kneessi commonly recommends to his patients. Each individual is unique and might require a minor change in the protocol, but these are the main components that usually stay the same. To purchase individual supplements To purchase bundle of supplements Days 1-30 Start the Elimination Diet During the elimination phase of […]
The Elimination Diet
The elimination diet is a dietary approach that involves removing certain foods from your diet for a period of time and then gradually reintroducing them to determine which foods may be causing symptoms or contributing to underlying health issues. The goal of the elimination diet is to identify potential trigger foods that may be causing […]
Foods to Consume
Foods to eat during an elimination diet include vegetables, fruits, meat and poultry, and certain beverages like water, herbal tea, and coconut milk. These foods are all nutrient-dense and can support overall health and wellness. It’s important to note that individual sensitivities vary and that if you’ve tested positive for a specific sensitivity via lab […]
Foods to Avoid
This is a very comprehensive program that involves removing several types of foods from the diet for weeks, and then reintroducing them one by one to identify potential triggers. Dr. Kneessi recommends to focus on the “foods to include” rather than this list. It’s easier to follow if you focus on the foods that you […]
Reintroducing Foods
Reintroduction The reintroduction phase of the elimination diet involves gradually reintroducing one food at a time to identify potential trigger foods. Here are the specific instructions for the reintroduction of foods. Choose one food Begin by choosing one food that you want to reintroduce, such as dairy products, and make sure to select the purest […]
Post Protocol Recipes
The following recipes are great options to support gut health. These recipes are for after the completion of the Elimination Diet.
What is the Elimination Diet?
Introduction The elimination diet is a dietary approach that involves removing certain foods from your diet for a period of time and then gradually reintroducing them to determine which foods may be causing symptoms or contributing to underlying health issues. The goal of the elimination diet is to identify potential trigger foods that may be […]
Reasons for Implementing an Elimination Diet
Why the Elimination Diet? Certain foods can trigger an immune response, leading to inflammation and damage to the gut lining. This can interfere with nutrient absorption, lead to digestive issues, and contribute to chronic health conditions and poor health. By identifying and eliminating trigger foods, an elimination diet can help reduce inflammation, promote gut healing, […]
Definition of Food Intolerance vs. Sensitivity
If you’re considering an elimination diet, it’s important to understand the different types of food reactions that your body may have to certain foods. There are three types of reactions: food intolerance, food sensitivity, and food allergy. These reactions can cause a variety of symptoms and health problems, and identifying and addressing them can be […]
Mechanisms of Food Reactions
We discussed the basic definitions on the previous page, lets dive a little deeper into these mechanisms. Food Intolerance Food intolerance refers to difficulty digesting certain foods, which can cause symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. This is typically due to a lack of specific enzymes needed to properly digest certain foods. […]