5 things I learned on GAPS

I began the GAPS diet a while ago maybe a month or two. Its going better now but you know how you see all those posts and pin on getting ready for GAPS? Well now do not just skip over those and dive right in if you can help it. I needed to because of how severe my food reaction are I simply could not keep going as I was. It however has made it more complicated and a bit more expensive (saur kraut is not cheap!). Here is what I have learned about starting the GAPS diet and how you can get off to a better start than I did.

1) READ THE BOOK!
The Gut and Psychology Syndrome book is vital to your success with this diet. It will gives you the how, what, and whys. Go buy it or check it out of your local library and read it.

 http://www.gapsdiet.com/  you can also visit this site for more information.

2) GET THIS BOOK TOO!
Broth broth and more broth thats what this diet is based on. This book teaches you how to make everything you will need to do this diet. Has stage by stage recipes and is my go to book.

3) THEN PLAN PLAN PLAN
Sit down and plan out how your going to proceed. Find a local CSA for veggies, meat, and if you tolerate dairy one for dairy too. They can save you money and are a great source of nutrient dense foods. Look at the list of foods for each stage and familiarize yourself with them what they look like and how to prepare them for cooking. Check out your local stores and see who has good quality for a good price produce. Use a GAPS intro cooking plan there are many on the web and i have pinned a few to my pinterest GAPS board.

4) COOK AHEAD!
Make lots and lots of broth ahead of time and freeze it in individual serving size portions. I love this woman's plan for how to store broth. Also store the meat from the bones you use to make the broth in individual portions. This will make putting together your soups easy which is vital during stage one when moving seems like to much effort. It passes and your better for it so stick with it. Cook as much food ahead and freeze as you can. There are many recipes on my pinterest board that will be great for cooking ahead and freezing. Make more broth that you would think you would need.

5) GO EASY.
Do not rush it. It is not worth it. Go easy and slow and be patient with your body. Be careful and watch your sugars. Keep your sugars below 25 grams. The recommended daily amount. Its hard but you will feel better for it. You CAN do this, stick with and lean into Jesus.

I hope this list helps you!
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