Yummy AIP Friendly Snacks (Part 2)

There are so many Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) snacks in the 21st century that the three brands I shared previously don't even begin to scratch the surface. That's why I had to come back with a second part to my first article. I'm not going to hold you up; there will probably be parts four, five, and six. So, buckle up, my AIP-eating friends. It's going to be a delectable ride.

Healthy food can be delicious

The AIP diet is a elimination diet that can help reduce chronic inflammation, which can lead to hidradenitis suppurativa flares.¹ What I like about the AIP diet is that it encourages clean eating with brands that don't sacrifice taste for healthy living. I mean, I am a strong believer that nutritional eating is inherently tasty. You often must venture outside American cuisine to experience that earth-shattering flavor, though.

As someone who used to be vegan, raw vegan, and vegetarian, bland food was never the issue. I opened myself up to cuisines worldwide, where these lifestyles are second nature. Maybe one day I can write an article about that for my friends who are strictly vegan. It doesn't have to be an agonizing experience. I ate well. You hear me? GOOD! And I still do.

That's why I’d like to share three more of my go-to API snacks.

Dried figs hit the spot

Just as I once obsessed over dried mangoes at a point, I was also fixated on dried figs. My fixation was so strong that I tried darned near every brand in existence, figuratively. I'm not a fan of packaged dried figs because they are slimy, and whatever coating is on the outside does something wild to my palate.

If you live near a Sprouts Market, as I do in Los Angeles, the dried figs in the scoop-it-yourself section hit the spot every time. These are particularly good in the morning with a cup of English Breakfast or Mint Tea. There are no additives—just fat, juicy, sweet figs.

Am I the only one who has difficulty transitioning to the AIP diet and trying to find foods that satisfy cravings? I didn't think so. That’s why I'm giving you a mix of sweet and savory options. Figs are one of those low-calorie AIP snacks that hit the spot when you're thinking about eating something off the banned foods list.

Sweet and savory roasted coconut chips

They taste better than they sound. Dust some cinnamon on the chips and go to town. It's a lovely snack if you want something sweet, crunchy, and savory. Cinnamon brings sweetness, which heightens the experience.

Cold applesauce is perfect on a hot day

I know what you're thinking. Applesauce is baby food. But picture this: It's a nice hot day, and you're craving something sweet and hydrating. You just threw out those popsicles from the last family cookout because you're turning over a new leaf. You open the fridge and there, right in front of you, is a box of six apple sauce containers.

Are you going to tell me you won't take a spoon full of that delectable blend of apple and cinnamon to the face? Get out of here! It hits the spot every time, and I mean every time! I've even warmed mine up before, but don't tell anyone I said that. They might burn me at the stake.

What are some of your favorite snacks?

These are three of my favorites and I hope to share more yummy snack ideas in future articles. Do you have any favorite snacks that meet the AIP requirements? If so, share in the comments below!