Autoimmune Protocol Meal Prep Cookbook

Simple and delicious recipes to help keep your autoimmune symptoms in check. I find the quick versatile recipes easy to make and to take on the go. Very helpful tips and I recommend it. I received this book from Netgalley for an honest review.

This is a fab preparatory book for those who have an autoimmune disease or have friends/family that suffer from one. Having suffered from terrible stomach issues for 5-10 years and having been told that they the tests I have had strongly suggest I have Crohn's disease I figured I should try and do something dietary to hopefully increase the chances of remission and lessen my long-term suffering. Sophie Van Tiggelen is a popular Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) blogger and has compiled these easy-to-follow instructions into an easy and accessible recipe and meal planner book. The recipes look tasty and simple to prepare and the full-colour photographs give you an idea of what you should be aiming for. It certainly helps you to plan ahead which not is not only more economical it takes the stress out of mealtimes too.

This is an excellent resource for those of us with an autoimmune disorder but I do not agree with all the points being made. Firstly, the book almost blames sufferers themselves for having an autoimmune disease - by stating that lifestyle and diet are the causes. I know that lifestyle/diet can make a difference but they certainly aren't the cause. Secondly, there are some quite dramatic assertions made that by changing to the AIP diet the symptoms will get better. I feel that unless this has been scientifically proven then they have no right to make these bold claims. Evidence is what is needed and until then no such statements should be made. I am going to try out these recipes and hope to gain some benefit from the change but I do think that the approach should've been vastly different. Blaming those who suffer from an AI disorder is no good for anyone. Many thanks to Quarto Publishing Group – Fair Winds Press for an ARC.

This cookbook offers a good variety of recipes for what can be a really restrictive elimination diet. I appreciated all the different categories she included - FODMAP, low-carb, even holiday dishes!

I really do enjoy a cook book, found some tasty recipes in this one so I'm happy! Some take a little too much prep/work for my lifestyle.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review via netgalley.

This cookbook has some great recipe ideas in it and explaines in detail how to use it and the importance and necessity of eating certain foods when suffering from an auto-immune illness.
I suffer with endometriosis and have found it a great cookbook and am already adding ingredients to my next food order to try afew of the recipies and cooking techniques out.

The recipes in the book look delicious! I loved the lay-out, design, photos, and shopping lists. After reading it, I feel informed and empowered.

I have suffered from an autoimmune disease that effects my stomach for many years and there's not much I can eat. I am excited to try these recipes, they look delicious! I also love that the author categorized the recipes.

A very simple and easy to read book providing the basics for very healthy meal prepping. Includes fantastic weekly meal plans and accompanying recipes. Great for someone trying to eat clean and very healthy.

This is amazing, the shopping lists alone really make it worth reccomending, and the recipies sound very palatable.

Easy to follow and understand, with lovely pictures and flavorful dishes. It makes the AIP diet seem less restrictive and less bland.

I thought that I was going to get a copy sent to my Kindle, but I did not, so I will be unable to review this book.

The Autoimmune Protocol Meal Prep Cookbook has a lot of different themes going on: meal prep/planning, family friendly recipes, quick and easy, and autoimmune protocol (AIP) compliant. Released 22nd Oct by Quarto on their Fair Winds Press imprint, it's 192 pages and available in ebook and paperback formats.

Author editor Sophie Van Tiggelen is a foodie, blogger, recipe developer, and was diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis some years ago and in the meantime has written/blogged about AIP and anti-inflammatory foods and diets. Her writing style is upbeat and positive, encouraging and accessible. For readers who are struggling with a possibly overwhelming diagnosis, I imagine her 'you can do it' vibe will be quite welcome and reassuring.

The book has a logical format. Chapter 1 covers the background and benefits of the autoimmune protocol diet as well as a very general layman-accessible discussion of the mechanics of the diet itself including food lists and a good sidebar about adding flavor and variety to the meals. Chapters 2 & 3 cover meal prep and planning, making lists, batch cooking, food safety and storage. There is a lot of good advice in these chapters which are applicable to any meal prep and planning sessions, not just for the AIP. The author also includes some logical pointers about containers, ingredients, and supplies.

The meal plan chapters (there are 10 of them) include a surprisingly varied selection of weekly meal plans with different tastes and representing different world cuisines: Cuban, Italian, American, Asian fusion, and more. There are 2 meal plans included which are low-FODMAP compliant as well as some low-carb options.

The recipes have their ingredients listed bullet style in a sidebar. Measurements are given in US standard with metric measures in parentheses. Special tools and ingredients are also listed, along with yields and cooking directions. The ingredients are all easily sourced at any moderately well stocked grocery store.

There is also a chapter with recipes for basic ingredients such as bone broth, pestos, dressing, rice/grain alternatives, and more. The book has a resource list with links for further reading, short author bio, and index which includes all the recipes by name and by main ingredients.

The photography is sufficient; roughly 10% of the recipes are pictured. The photos which are included in the cookbook are well done, clear, appealing, and (for tutorial photos) easy to follow.

Well done. This book would make a great gift/housewarming for someone looking for AIP compliant recipes as well as fans of food prep planning / batch cooking.

Four stars.

This is such a great approach perfect for newbie meal preppers, vegans, veggies and carnivores alike, as well as seasoned pros to prepping. It is designed for those struggling with autoimmune diseases, which seem to be on the rise, but is a healthy diet to follow even for those who don't suffer with any intolerances.
I am one of the aforementioned newbies, a non vegan but very occasional meat eater, having spent 9 years a vegetarian, I often lean towards meat free meals but love eating fish a few times a week. I am lucky that I don't currently suffer with any issues but have done in the past and I have friends and family who do, and we all know that diet plays a huge part in making us feel good.. or awful!!
I love how this book uses easy to follow instructions, it is easy to find the ideal recipes that you can make even a week in advance, some you can freeze, others don't even need refrigerating at all! I don't tend to take packed lunches to work, but I find that the recipes are useful for preparing dinners in bulk ahead of time. Even if you aren't planning to 'meal prep' per se, this is a great selection of recipes for dinners, lunches, even dinner parties. Of course you can easily change the amounts to suit you and your needs.
As part of my 2020 resolution to live more naturally - meaning more fresh cooking from scratch and home grown herbs, this little guide will be by my side!

Easy to navigate. I'm not sure I noticed any dietary difference in how I felt when consuming the food from teh recipes but they were delicious and easy to recreate

This book provides an absolute wealth of information for anyone who wants to follow the Autoimmune Protocol diet but is unable to cook fresh food on a daily basis. Here is everything you need – equipment, ingredient lists, meal plans and recipes – to batch cook some healthy and delicious meals that will help you to avoid nasty autoimmune flare-ups.

The recipes are, helpfully, organised by meal plan rather than by food type, which eliminates the need for searching and pulling together the week’s meals yourself.

First comes information on equipment; how to eliminate and reintroduce risky foods; which foods to include and exclude; and how to batch cook, freeze, store and reheat the foods presented. Then the meal plans start in Chapter 4 (p.37) and the first recipe is on p.41.

The meal plans are also usefully organised into sections as follows: comfort food; easy-peasy; low fodmap; low carb; coconut-free; flavours of the world; superbowl; one-pot; holidays; then finally some basic recipes. Each meal plan includes some form of sweet (healthy) treat, like a cake or dessert, as well as the main meals.

I suffer from a chronic illness that causes me to often feel fatigued and makes me struggle to make decisions. Not only does this approach help me by presenting me with everything I need in one easy-to-follow format, but it also aids my family in planning meals in advance that we can all eat and enjoy.

In terms of the health benefits, I cannot honestly say that my own personal condition has improved any after following AIP, but any diet that encourages you to eat a wide variety of fresh food is definitely going to benefit your overall health. The pictures here are clear, fresh-looking and appealing and reasonably achievable (which I don’t always find to be the case with cookbook photography!).

Definitely a cookbook to look out for if you are following an elimination diet and need a clear and comprehensive guide to AIP batch-cooking.


Review by Steph Warren of Bookshine and Readbows blog

As someone who has an autoimmune disorder, I was excited to see this book come along. There are many things on the internet about the AI protocol diet, but the beauty of this book, is that all the information is in one place. I think the author does a great job of explaining the idea and reasoning behind the AIP diet as well as providing easy to follow meal ideas, instructions, and ingredient lists. She even includes ideas for storage. I very much appreciated the variety in options.

This cookbook and meal plan is exactly what I was looking for. I am new to AIP and it’s very overwhelming to to make so many changes. This book makes the changes seem easy and the recipes look delicious as well!

Great, easy recipes that are delicious.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

This was my first book by Sophie Van Tiggelen and i found it easy to read. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, i made a variety of meals without any difficulty. I found the recipies varied in taste, some were great, some average, nothing was bad, though this is just my personal taste. Over time i noticed myself sleeping better and having more energy so i've seen a benefit from trying these meals. Recommended.

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The Autoimmune Protocol Meal Prep Cookbook explains the elimination / reintroduction diet in a way that is clear and concise. List are provided of things to eat and avoid, easily copied or memorized to carry with you when dining out. However the main purpose of this book is to cook in bulk food for the work week.

The books is laid out with easy to follow menus for the week, shopping lists, cooking tips, and food container suggestions. Anyone looking to eat healthy and having trouble packing their lunch should get this book even if you do not have an autoimmune condition.

Great pictures and easy to follow instructions make this book a must purchase for me. I have already added it to my Amazon wish list.