An elimination diet is the gold standard for identifying food sensitivities. It’s not about restriction forever—it’s about gathering information so you can eat with confidence.
How It Works
- Remove common trigger foods for 2-4 weeks
- Wait until symptoms improve significantly
- Reintroduce foods one at a time, every 3-4 days
- Track symptoms carefully after each reintroduction
- Build your personal “safe” and “avoid” lists
The elimination phase should be long enough for symptoms to clear, but it's not meant to last forever. The goal is reintroduction.
Common Foods to Eliminate
- Gluten/wheat
- Dairy
- Eggs
- Soy
- Corn
- Nuts (especially peanuts)
- Nightshades (if indicated)
- Alcohol and caffeine
Reintroduction is Key
The magic happens in reintroduction. Eat a significant amount of the test food on day 1, then wait 2-3 days before testing the next food. Delayed reactions are common, so patience matters.
An elimination diet isn’t about eating less. It’s about eating smarter—for YOUR body.
