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The Autoimmune Protocol

masses will enjoy, they must improve the physical properties of what they are trying to
sell.

Texturants are just another synthetic food and drink additive that may cause cancer and
inflammation in the body. Some companies may boast that their texturants are
completely natural and safe, but it is always best to do your own research before
purchasing any foods or beverages you may suspect contain these substances.

Avoiding Dietary Triggers
It may seem like avoiding dietary triggers is overwhelming, but just trying to keep it
simple and fresh when shopping for food is your best bet. You can avoid processed foods
and all the dangerous additives by shopping at farmers markets or purchasing whole
foods to create meals with. Purchasing free-range eggs is the best way to avoid unhealthy
eggs. Substituting dairy products like milk with almond milk or coconut milk can help you
avoid triggering an allergic reaction, since dairy is often associated with skin condition
and allergies. When shopping for meat, try a local farmer instead of the grocery store.
Drink plenty of water instead of sodas and other sugary drinks. If possible, consider
starting your own garden for vegetables you know are fresh and have not been treated
with dangerous substances. Gardening is not only a healthy way to obtain your own food,
but a great therapeutic tool! Reading labels and understanding what is in the foods and
drinks you are consuming is also crucial to staying healthy.

Drug Triggers

If you ever watch much television, you may have noticed the commercials from law firms
asking viewers to call a certain number if they took a certain drug. This is because many
drugs, prescription and nonprescription, have not undergone long term testing to see
what the potential effects may be. This results in the people taking the drugs to become a
kind of experiment. Years later, after taking a drug they thought to be safe, they find out
that it is linked to dementia, cancer, or another life-threatening complication. Sometimes,
it is too late for the person taking the drug to seek retribution due to the drug taking their
life.

Over-The-Counter Drugs

Many people with autoimmune conditions that cause pain and inflammation turn to over-
the-counter pain killers/fever reducers like ibuprofen. Ibuprofen can be effective at
combating inflammation and pain, but the long term implications of taking both
ibuprofen and Tylenol can be liver or kidney damage.

In addition, research has shown that even taking drugs like ibuprofen for as little as five
days in a row may lead to gastritis, ulcers, and leaky gut syndrome. It is almost certain
that this common drug interferes with gut health in some way. Keep this in mind as you

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