For anyone interested in the Autoimmune Protocol, you may be wondering what herbs and spices you can use as you get started.
Here’s a simple list of herbs and spices to include and avoid when you’re starting the protocol.
| Herbs and spices to include |
- Ginger
- Lavender
- Rosemary
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Dill
- Lemongrass
- Peppermint
- Oregano
- Parsley
- Sage
- Sea Salt
- Thyme
- Tarragon
- Turmeric
- Spearmint
- Marjoram
- Mace
- Chives
- Chamomile
- Chervil
- Cinnamon
- Bay Leaves
- Cloves
- Horseradish
- Saffron
- Savory leaf
- Garlic
| Herbs and spices to avoid |
Avoid: Nightshade based spices
- Ashwaganda
- Bush tomato
- Goji berries (a.k.a. wolfberry)
- Naranjillas
- Pepinos
- Pimientos
- Tamarillos
- Tomatillos
- Chill Peppers
- Jalapenos
- Cayenne
- Habanero pepper
- Anaheim pepper
- Serrano pepper
- Chill Peppers in dried powders such as paprika, Chili Powder, Curry Powder, Cayenne, Hot Sauces, Salsas.
Avoid seed and berry based spices that may irritate the gut lining:
- Black Pepper
- Allspice
- White, Green and pink peppercorns
- Juniper
- Cardamom
- Coriander
- Cumin
- Celery seed
- Mustard seed
- Poppy seed
- Caraway seed
- Annatto seed
- Star Anise
- Vanilla Bean
- Garam Masala
- Chinese 5 Spice
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