inflammation, and minimizing (or
eliminating) symptoms related to an
autoimmune disease. There are some
additional caveats with respect to our
autoimmune guidelines, however, as certain
foods that are generally “safe” for many
people may provoke inflammation in those
with an autoimmune disease. Since your
margin of error is that much smaller, you may
want to consider removing these additional
items from your daily diet.
Eggs (whole eggs and egg whites): Egg
whites contain proteins that can
adversely stimulate the immune system
—a contributing factor in autoimmune
diseases. We recommend that those
suffering from autoimmune diseases
avoid eggs for at least ninety days, to
evaluate sensitivity.
Nightshades: Nightshades are a group of
plants that contain compounds that