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Wellford, SC

My doctor wants me to do an AIP diet (Anti Inflammatory Protocol) diet which gets rid of gluten and dairy which I’m fine with my mom is not 😢😢 I don’t mind this for health reasons. I already like to eat gluten free and dairy free alternatives for foods such as pasta, ice cream, soup, frozen meals etc. I’m just wondering what others think?? Any advice and suggestions, thoughts would be most appreciated.
Thank you so much.

September 5 (edited)
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A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Idk if you have gut issues co-occurring but I found gluten free to be bunk, too. The gluten free alternatives apparently have a lot of emulsifiers and fillers that're gut-bothering sometimes, same with plant-based milks and ice creams :-/ very filling, hard to digest - though unsure from an anti-inflammatory perspective.

1 day ago
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

A mediterranean diet didnt help me. I do a lot of whole plant based food which helped with weight loss but not endo. I dont know if having it on my bowel is the reason I didnt get relief. 3 surgeries for this and now another one in a few months.

1 day ago
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Why is your mom against it? How old are you? My mom also likes to think she knows better than doctors sometimes. My body, my decision. As long as you take an informed decision, do what you gotta do.

September 8
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Gluten free is easy and totally worth it for me. I avoid conventional dairy with its accumulated pesticide toxins and artificial hormones, but I feel very nourished by organic butter and my raw goat milk from my goats

September 6
MyEndometriosisTeam

Should you try a gluten-free diet for endometriosis even without an allergy? That's a great question, and it sounds like your doctor is already pointing you in a helpful direction!

Many people with endometriosis find that removing gluten and dairy — even without a formal allergy — can significantly reduce inflammation and Show Full Answer

Should you try a gluten-free diet for endometriosis even without an allergy? That's a great question, and it sounds like your doctor is already pointing you in a helpful direction!

Many people with endometriosis find that removing gluten and dairy — even without a formal allergy — can significantly reduce inflammation and pain. Your doctor's recommendation of the AIP diet is well-aligned with what works for many in the endo community. Here's what MyEndometriosisTeam members have shared about going gluten and dairy free:

- One member said eliminating gluten, dairy, and soy solved 90% of their pain
- Another shared that following the endo diet helps with bloating, avoiding dairy, gluten, red meat, and sugar — and noticed a big difference when they broke the diet
- Several members found an anti-inflammatory approach reduced both pain frequency and severity

The key foods many find helpful to avoid include:

- Gluten
- Dairy
- Red meat
- Added sugars
- Alcohol and caffeine
- Processed foods As for mom's concerns — totally understandable! Dietary changes can feel daunting for the whole family. It may help to reassure her that this is a doctor-recommended approach specifically to help manage endometriosis symptoms.

Working with a registered dietitian alongside your doctor can make the transition much smoother and ensure there are no nutritional gaps. Always follow your doctor's guidance before making significant dietary changes. 💛

September 5

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