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From beginner-friendly AIP cooking to deeper dives into healing, these books are great companions on your AIP journey.
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If you’re new to the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet, returning to AIP after time away, or wondering whether Core AIP or Modified AIP is the right place to start, this book will help you decide.
If you’re looking for a clear, research-informed, and sustainable approach to the Autoimmune Protocol, this is the book I recommend starting with.
The New Autoimmune Protocol is the first official update to the AIP in years, written by Mickey Trescott — one of the founding leaders of the Autoimmune Protocol movement and a voice I’ve trusted throughout my own healing journey.
This isn’t a theoretical guide or something written from the sidelines. It’s designed for real people living with autoimmune disease, and it reflects how AIP is actually being used today.
As diagnoses have increased, so has the understanding of what truly supports healing. Feedback from thousands of practitioners and millions of patients has made one thing clear: AIP had to evolve.
Rather than a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach, Mickey introduces a more flexible framework that still honours the original science-backed foundation, but meets you where you are in real life.
Yes — there are over 70 nourishing recipes and meal plans for both Core and Modified AIP. But the real value is how it walks you through the full process in a way that finally feels doable:
One of the most common questions I get is: what’s the actual difference?
This book breaks it down in a really practical way:
Core AIP:
The traditional elimination approach — removing grains, dairy, eggs, nightshades, legumes, and seeds.
Modified AIP:
A newer, more flexible option that may include things like ghee, rice, seeds, and certain legumes depending on tolerance.
It’s not about “doing it perfectly” — it’s about finding the version your body can actually work with, and building from there … sustainably.
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Many people ask how to combine a solid AIP education with day-to-day cooking. I see this book as the foundation and the framework behind the protocol.
Here at the AIP Recipe Collection, my focus is helping you apply that knowledge every day with practical cooking, meal ideas, and ongoing support. They work best together!
If you’re just getting started, I recommend pairing this book with my Start Here series. I’ll walk you through the AIP basics, common mistakes, and how to make the protocol work in real life.
Don’t forget to join my private AIP Recipe Collection Group on Facebook for LOTS of inspirational recipes! Click Here ♥
If you’ve been feeling confused about the direction of the Autoimmune Protocol lately, you’re not alone — and this conversation is exactly what our community needed.
In this exclusive live session, Mickey Trescott, author of The New Autoimmune Protocol, joined us in our AIP Recipe Collection Facebook Group to talk through what’s changed in the AIP, including the differences between Core and Modified AIP, how to decide which approach is right for you, and why reintroductions are such an important part of the process.
We also opened things up for a live Q&A, covering some questions and concerns from the community.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to move forward with more clarity and confidence, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Facebook Live Presentation by Mickey Trescott – get the slide deck – click here.
Eating for both nutrient density and the Autoimmune Protocol has never been so easy thanks to The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen!
In The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen, Mickey teaches you everything you need to know about eating like a nutrivore. You’ll start with a comprehensive tour of nutrients that are essential for both optimal health and deep healing. You’ll also get an overview of Autoimmune Protocol details, some creative ideas for affordably sourcing the highest-quality and most nutrient-dense ingredients, and tips for setting up your kitchen to cook whole foods.
In addition to the recipes you’ll find five sets of meal plans and shopping lists to quick-start your approach to eating for nutrient density. The seasonal meal plans focus on ingredients that are at their peak ripeness and availability in the spring or fall seasons, while the budget meal plan incorporates recipes with an eye for affordability.
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MORE THAN A COOKBOOK! So it’s listed in both cookbooks and good reads.
“Autoimmune diseases are now epidemic, with modern science offering those who are diagnosed limited solutions. Given this, many people suffering from these conditions have searched for alternatives using nutrition and lifestyle changes. In The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook, Mickey Trescott provides a resource for those looking to embark on the Autoimmune Protocol–a version of an ancestral diet that is focused both on removing potential food triggers as well as healing the gut. Research shows there is a clear connection between diet and autoimmune disease, and many, including the author, have used these principles to heal their bodies from these debilitating conditions and their accompanying symptoms. With the information and recipes in this book, you can embark on this process for yourself–without suffering through bland and tasteless “allergen-free” meals. Instead, with all of the incredible food you will be enjoying, you may forget that you are achieving better wellness!
In the first section of the book, you will learn all about the Autoimmune Protocol–what it is, why it works, and which foods you should eat and avoid while on the elimination diet. Instructions are given on how to clear your pantry of questionable ingredients and replace them with healing, nutrient-dense whole foods. Also included are sections on food quality, a shopping guide, tips and tricks to make the protocol go more smoothly, as well as ideas for batch-cooking and breakfast. Mickey provides two, 4-week meal plans, each of them corresponding with recipes from the book and featuring detailed shopping lists. Armed with this information, anyone can integrate the Autoimmune Protocol in to their routine!
In addition to the introductory material, The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook includes 112 delicious recipes suitable for anyone on the strictest phase of the Autoimmune Protocol–no grains, beans, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, or nightshades. Although this is quite the list of exclusions, Mickey offers unique, flavorful, and delicious meals suitable for a variety of occasions and preferences. You will find simple recipes that anyone can make for a weeknight dinner, as well as more elaborate preparations for those who want to enjoy with company or for a special occasion. Full-page photos for every recipe show you what to expect and inspire you to create beautiful meals of your own.
With the Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook as your guide, you’ll be inspired to take your health into your own hands–finding better health in the face of autoimmunity, while thoroughly enjoying every last bite!”
“Mickey’s 100% elimination diet-friendly cookbook featuring more than 115 recipes, a 30-day meal plan, and all the basics to get started.”
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English – Imperial Version – USA / Canada / UK
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German – USA / Canada / UK
Spanish – USA / Canada / UK
If you’re into batch cooking or want to get started this is a great resource. You’ll find out what dishes work well for freezing and reheating which means you can get meals on the table quickly even on your busiest days.
120+ AIP freezer cooking recipes included for every meal of the day, with sections devoted to Breakfast, Appetizers & Snacks, Soups & Stews, Casseroles, Main Dishes, Side Dishes, and even Desserts!
Available from the Author – Gutsy By Nature – Click here to purchase.
MORE THAN A COOKBOOK! So it’s listed in both cookbooks and good reads.
The Alternative Autoimmune Cookbook is written by Angie Alt of Autoimmune Wellness. In its pages not only does Angie share her own story, and recounts how the AIP changed her life, she gives the basics of the AIP diet in a simple & understandable format. She explains how AIP is a template that needs to be tweaked for each individual. She gives easy steps, plans and recipes for success!
This cookbook of over 55 delicious recipes is suitable for all phases of the AIP and will show you how to restore your health with one flavorful, nutritious meal at a time AND inspire you with the stories of wellness transformation.
Purchase it from the Author – Angie Alt – Click Here to Purchase
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“Every recipe is a balance of flavours and textures, as well as being easy, quick and straightforward to make. Your days of preparing special food just for yourself are over – with these recipes everyone will want to join in.
This 76 page e-book consists of 25 recipes, divided into five chapters: Healing Bowls, Healing Dishes, Healing Plates, Healing Treats and Healing Cups, and each recipe is focused on adding nutrients to the diet to aid the healing process.
All recipes are fully compliant with the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), Paleo and Wahls Paleo diets, 20 of these recipes are GAPS/SCD friendly, 19 are Whole30 and a small number are low FODMAP and low histamine. All are labelled with the diets they are suitable for.”
Available from the Author: Healing Family Eats – Click here to purchase.
Simple French Paleo is a beautiful collection of accessible, delicious, and nourishing recipes, all of which are compliant with the elimination phase of the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol.
Simple French Paleo includes:
• A comprehensive introduction to the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol (AIP)
• Complete food lists detailing what to eat, what to avoid, and what to consume in moderation
• Detailed explanations of the four phases of reintroductions
• Essential lifestyle tips
• A complete how-to guide for setting up an AIP pantry at home
• Valuable extras: cooking timetables, conversion tables, and a handy steaming tutorial
• 90 mouthwatering, allergen-free recipes compliant with the elimination phase of AIP
• Full color photography, including many gorgeous shots of the incomparable Provence countryside
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FAQ’s:
CAN I SEE A COMPLETE INDEX OF THE RECIPES?
(available from above link)
ARE THE RECIPES TRULY ALLERGEN-FREE?
Absolutely! All the recipes included in this cookbook are grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, nut-free, egg-free, and nightshade-free. You won’t believe how good the dessert section is!
ARE THE RECIPES STRICT AIP?
You bet! Every single recipe in the cookbook is compliant with the strict elimination phase of the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol.
ARE THE RECIPES DIFFICULT TO PREPARE?
Nope! The recipes are uniformly clear and detailed without being fussy or overly complicated. Even novice cooks will be turning out gorgeous home cooked meals with minimal effort! You will be surprised to learn how simple, healthy, and homey true traditional French fare is.
WILL MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS ENJOY THESE AIP RECIPES?
Yes! Allergen-free does not mean taste-free. Each and every recipe in this book is flavorful and satisfying. Traditional French cooking strives to bring out the very best flavor of fruits, vegetables, spices, meats, and seafood. You will find many, many recipes in this book that will have your family and friends begging for dinner invitations.
If you LOVE Indian Food you should check out the AIP Indian Adventure by Adventures in Partaking!
“My Paleo/ AIP Indian Adventure represents a journey into the food culture of India through an AIP lens. In this 108 page cookbook we’ll explore the food culture of India, we’ll talk about spices and how they can be adapted to the AIP diet and we’ll get to cooking. This book is packed with 60+ Indian recipes that are all 100% AIP elimination phase compliant, while still being 100% full of flavor. And, you get all of this for only $14.99.”
IN THIS COOKBOOK YOU’LL FIND:
breads – chapatis, roti, dosa, paratha
basics – curry powder, coconut milk, ‘rice’, etc.
snacks – chat, samosas, bajis, etc.
chutneys -coconut, tamarind, mango, etc.
curries, kebabs and biryani – meat, chicken, seafood
veg dishes – cabbage, cassava, okra, pumpkin, bitter gourd, etc.
drinks – kahwa, chai, etc.
desserts – halwa, burfi, kulfi, gulab jamun, etc.
and more!!!
SOME OF THE NON-RECIPE RESOURCES YOU’LL FIND:
What is paleo? What is AIP?
A look at India and Indian food
My journey of grieving and reclaiming spice in my life
Spice substitutions
Glossary of Indian ingredients
A note on reintroductions … and more!
35 AIP meals that take 15 minutes or less to prep (aka 15mins of your time from counter to oven … then you relax).
Some are made in the oven, some are made in the slow cooker.
“This project came out of my need to make my AIP meals effortless. I wanted the oven to do the work, not me. I did not want to stand around the kitchen and tend to different pots cooking. I also did not want a lot of dishes to wash after preparing dinner. You will notice that these are simple, easy recipes that have no tricky ingredients in them. I maintained the starch, vegetable and protein component of traditional meals as well. This was helpful because the flavors stay separate and it is not like eating a casserole or stew every night.
Everything cooks in ONE dish. You can use a sheet pan, braising dish or a large cast iron skillet with a lid. (Read: EASY prep and hardly any cleanup!!)
This ebook is perfect for those on AIP who literally have no time or are frustrated by how long your AIP meals take. These recipes are easy, straightforward, contain no organ meats or unusual ingredients. You probably have half the ingredients in your fridge right now.
This is an uncomplicated collection of recipes. I used the oven for almost all of these, so now that summer is coming to a close, this ebook will be perfect timing for fall cooking. Fantastic for beginners or for those who have non-AIP eaters in your house.”
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Here is the Table of Contents so you can see the names of the recipes:
CONTENTS
7 Introduction
9 Useful Links to Ingredients
11 Preserved Lemons
12 One Pot Chicken and Brussels
13 Rosemary Shrimp Cauliflower “Risotto”
14 AIP Carnitas
15 Fennel Chicken
16 Slow Cooker Everyday Stew
17 Spinach Lemon Meatloaf 18 Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken with Grapes and Chard
19 Olive + Leek Bake
20 Apple Chutney Pork Chops!
21 Meatball Supreme
22 Delicata Squash with Bacon and Olives
23 Herbed Chicken with Sweet Potato
24 Saffron Scallop “Risotto”
25 Thyme & Truffle Chicken
26 Cauliflower Carrots and Yams
27 Asparagus and Lemon Bake
28 Tangerine and Olive Chicken
29 Bacon and Mushrooms
30 Mushrooms & Kale with Carrots
31 Turkey & Bacon Meatballs with Romanesco and Olives
32 Leek Stuffed Mushrooms with Butternut Squash
33 Turkey with Orange Zest Sweet Potatoes
34 Baked Leeks with Zucchini
35 Whole Chicken over Asparagus and Sweet Potatoes
36 Pork Loin with Apples & Carrots
37 Salmon with Fennel and Ginger
38 Turkey Meatballs with Broccolini and Beets
39 Bacon Olive Brussels Bake
40 Roasted Spring Onions with Zucchini
41 Roasted Avocado with Shrimp
42 Acorn Squash with Romanesco
43 Pork Meatballs with Fennel and Carrots