Foods to Include
Foods to eat during an elimination diet include vegetables, fruits, meat and poultry, nuts & seeds, 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 testing, then you would also eliminate that food Though the elimination diet can be challenging, the potential rewards make it a worthwhile endeavor to improve your health and overall quality of life.
Foods to Include
Vegetables
All vegetables are allowed, including leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables. Most popular options include the following.
- Spinach
- Kale
- Avocados
- Lettuce
- Brocccoli
- Cauliflower
- Brussels Sprouts
- Zucchini
- Cucumber
- Carrots
- Sweet Potatoes (Many people like to eat 1 daily)
- Arugula
- Collard greens
- Swiss chard
- Cabbage
- Bok Choy
- Parsnips
- Beets
- Turnips
- Butternut squash
- Acorn squash
- Spaghetti squash
- Cucumbers
- Onion
- Garlic
Fruits
All fruits are allowed, except for citrus fruits. Frozen fruits are excellent options. Most popular options include the following.
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Apples
- Kiwi
- Pineapple
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Honeydew
- Mango
- Papaya
- Pears
- Grapes
- Cherries
- Plums
- Coconuts
Meat and Poultry
Most types of meat and poultry are allowed, as long as they are not processed. Pasture-raised and Grass-Fed are preferred options
- Beef
- Pork
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Lamb
- Bison
- Game meat (venison or elk)
- Wild Caught Fish
Cooking Oils
Cook with these but use low to medium heat.
- Coconut oil
- Avocado oil
- Olive Oil
Beverages
- Water: plain, filtered water is the best option and should be consumed throughout the day.
- Herbal tea: caffeine-free herbal teas, such as chamomile, peppermint, or ginger tea, are allowed.
- Coconut milk: unsweetened coconut milk can be used as a dairy-free alternative to milk.
