GAPS Diet (Gut and Psychology Syndrome)

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Designed to heal the gut lining and rebalance gut flora to address neurological conditions.

Key principles

  • Eliminates grains, sugars, and processed foods.
  • Focuses on bone broths, fermented foods, and easily digestible nutrients.
  • Gradually expands to include meats, eggs, and select fruits.

Risks and benefits

Benefits:

  • May reduce symptoms for those with autism, anxiety, or digestive concerns.

Risks:

  • Extremely restrictive; requires dedication and may lack sufficient scientific evidence.

Recipes for this diet

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dinner (40)

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