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@mlledaffodil Where can I find a good diet to follow with my autoimmune disease? The only thing is, nobody can tell me what my autoimmune disease is.

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@leew01 I'd say the best answer would be to Google anti-inflammatory foods and just see how you can fit more of those foods into your diet, really individualize it. I have been doing this for years and it has been quite an adventure. And it does work to keep inflammation low. It just takes time.

A Mediterranean will assist All inflammation issues. Many books or articles written on it. and benefits, Fresh produce, herbs, non inflam oils etc,. Also, get of things that cause inflammation like pure cane sugar. etc.Green tea is an aide too.

@leew01 Hello, an anti-inflammatory diet does not depend on what your disease is, it is a diet that helps reduce the overall production of inflammatory agents in your body. Here is one suggestion from Mayo Clinic on how to get started:
https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/want-to-ease-chronic-inflammation
I found this book very helpful in deciding which foods to prioritize:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLKMWFH3/ref=mes-dp
Finally, I remember my Grandma's old saying - "put more colors on the plate" - a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, paired with some lean protein, and some healthy carbs.
Last night, dinner was pork loin roasted with carrots, mushrooms, onions and garlic served alongside sliced cucumbers and onions in olive oil and vinegar. Lunch was Greek yogurt with raspberries, blueberries and sprouted pumpkin seeds.

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If you have severe and frequent allergies to multiple foods, the start-up point for anti-inflammatory diet can be very restrictive. Here is a snapshot of what was posted on the internet from various sources: no red meat, no fish, no canned fish/meat, no zucchini, no nightshades, such as tomatoes, potatoes, bell peppers, and eggplant. No spinach or kale. No diary. No white/rye bread or pasta to eliminate gluten. No lentils, no soy. No smoked meats/fish. No nuts. No high fat, no high sugar or honey. No high salt. No pickled foods. No processed foods. No spices. No fried foods. No canned foods. Limit raw fruits and vegetables.
Allowed: Gluten free breads, pasta, and gluten free flour for cooking. Eggs, chicken, turkey, carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, buckwheat, quinoa, baked apples, olive oil, occasional butter, chicken broth, cooked beets, cooked sweet peas, occasional freshly cooked chickpeas or chickpea pasta, cooked onions and garlic, brown rice.
Citrus fruits can be included in the diet if your stomach can tolerate high acidity. Otherwise, exclude citrus as well.
Try staying on this restrictive diet for 3 months and then start adding one by one eliminated products and monitor your reaction.
Please note, this diet is for people with digestive issues due to autoimmune conditions. It is much more restrictive and different from anti-inflammatory diet packed with antioxidant rich foods, like fresh fruits and vegetables.
Here is a link to an article about nightshade vegetables: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/arthritis-should-you-avoid-nightshade-vegetables