You're in the home stretch! In the GAPS diet introduction phase stage 5, you get to add fruit, as well as some other tasty, fresh foods. Give yourself a high five! You have accomplished so much healing by now. Getting this far in the GAPS introduction diet is a huge accomplishment. In stage 5, you get to add some foods that you haven't had for a while. Cooked apple and raw vegetables are such a welcome change at this point! Let's take a look at all the foods to add this … [Read more...] about GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 5
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GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 4
You've made it past the halfway point! In the GAPS diet introduction phase stage 4, we get to add some tasty foods for real variety. You've been having lots of soft, nourishing foods so far. Now you get to add some new foods! Let's talk about grilled meats, juicing, and baked goods. … [Read more...] about GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 4
GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 3
Today we're looking at the GAPS diet introduction phase stage 3. By this time, some deep healing is underway. Let's find out what foods to add in next! Before we jump in to the newest foods to introduce, let me congratulate you for making it this far! The earliest stages of the GAPS introduction diet are so important. … [Read more...] about GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 3
GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 2
In the GAPS diet introduction phase stage 2, we get to add a few foods back in. Say hello to eggs and ghee! The first stage of the GAPS diet introduction phase doesn't usually last long for most people. Even so, it's still exciting to start adding a few foods! … [Read more...] about GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 2
GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 1
You're ready to embark on a really important healing journey! Today let's talk all about the GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 1. The main goal of the GAPS introduction diet is to heal and seal the gut lining. You'll notice that there are very specific foods in stage 1. These foods provide nourishment to renew the gut lining. … [Read more...] about GAPS Diet Introduction Phase Stage 1
How to Get Your Kitchen Ready for the GAPS Diet
Proper preparation is always a good idea. That's especially true when you start something super important! Today I'm showing you how to get your kitchen ready for the GAPS diet. Getting started with the GAPS diet (and more importantly, sticking with it!) is so much more doable when your kitchen is ready. … [Read more...] about How to Get Your Kitchen Ready for the GAPS Diet
GAPS Applesauce Recipe | GAPS Stage 5
It feels like celebration time! Stage 5 of GAPS intro is when you can add fruit back into your diet. This GAPS applesauce recipe is the perfect way to do that. Meats and vegetables and soups and ferments are wonderful. At some point, though, it's fun to have a bit more variety! Fruit is nice, light contrast to heavier and more savory foods. And after going through several of the GAPS diet introduction stages, having some fruit will totally feel like eating dessert! … [Read more...] about GAPS Applesauce Recipe | GAPS Stage 5
Squash Pancakes | GAPS Stage 3 Recipes
Who doesn't love pancakes? These squash pancakes are so simple, and absolutely delicious! They're also perfect for stage 3 of the GAPS introduction diet. It feels like celebration time, the moment you reach stage 3 of the GAPS intro diet. After going for weeks without bread or anything similar, you can finally enjoy baked goods in the form of pancakes! These squash pancakes aren't just for the GAPS diet, though. They're the perfect healthy breakfast for anybody. … [Read more...] about Squash Pancakes | GAPS Stage 3 Recipes
How to Make Ghee in the Oven
They say everything is better with butter. But what about when butter doesn't agree with you? In stage two of the GAPS diet, you can have ghee, which is clarified butter. I'm going to show how to make ghee in the oven. Butter is definitely a must have staple in my house! When it comes from grass fed cows, it is one of the healthiest fats there is. Sometimes, though, you might have to take a break from butter. If you're following the GAPS diet, butter isn't allowed right away on the … [Read more...] about How to Make Ghee in the Oven
How to Make Sour Cream from Raw Milk
Sour cream is so delicious. When it's made from raw cream, it's also very nutrient dense. It's really easy to make, too! Today let's learn how to make sour cream from raw milk. Sour cream is one of my favorite condiments! For Mexican food, it's a must have. But it's also delicious as a topping on many other foods as well! … [Read more...] about How to Make Sour Cream from Raw Milk