The AIP Diet Explained: How It Works + How to Start (Autoimmune Protocol 101)

Considering the AIP Diet for Hashimoto’s or another autoimmune condition? In this complete beginner’s guide, I’ll walk you through what the AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) diet is, why it works, and how to get started—step by step.

I’m Ginny Mahar—thyroid health coach, chef, and fellow autoimmune warrior. The AIP diet has been a game-changer in my Hashimoto’s healing journey, and I've guided hundreds of other Thyroid Thrivers through the process. In this video, I’m sharing everything you need to know to decide if it might be right for you.

Here’s what we’ll cover:
What AIP is and how it works
What foods to eliminate—and why
What you can eat (spoiler: it's more than you think!)
The 3 phases of AIP (Elimination, Reintroduction, Maintenance)
Who should not do AIP
My personal experience with symptom improvement and antibody reduction
How to get started with the right mindset and tools

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:34 - Overview of the AIP diet
01:23 - Explanation of the food elimination phase
02:45 - Discussion on what can be eaten on AIP
04:06 - Breakdown of the three main parts of AIP
05:29 - Importance of the reintroduction phase
06:53 - Explanation of why AIP works
08:38 - Personal experiences and evidence supporting AIP
09:58 - Discussion on who may not be suitable for AIP
11:27 - Steps to get started with AIP
13:34 - Encouragement to join the Thrivers Club
14:43 - Closing remarks

✨ Whether you’re brand new to AIP or just need a refresher, this is your autoimmune nutrition crash course—delivered with warmth, experience, and encouragement.

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🗨️Questions? Drop them in the comments—I’m here for you!

Want the real talk on what AIP is actually like to live through? Check out my full-length podcast episode ‘The AIP Diaries: Surviving the Autoimmune Protocol’ for tips, stories, and a no-fluff survival guide:    • The AIP Diaries: Surviving the Autoimmune ...  

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