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Is soy sauce aip-compatible?
See whether soy sauce fits an aip diet, with a clear compatible-or-avoid verdict plus its FODMAP, histamine and other trigger ratings in one place.
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Why aip diet checker matters
The Paleo Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) is an elimination diet designed to reduce inflammation and heal the gut in people with autoimmune conditions. It removes grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, and nightshades during the elimination phase.
- Elimination phase removes all potentially inflammatory foods
- Focus on nutrient-dense foods: organ meats, bone broth, vegetables
- Reintroduce foods one at a time after 30-90 days
- Sleep, stress management, and movement are part of the protocol
- Work with a practitioner experienced in autoimmune protocols
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What soy sauce contains
FODMAPs
Histamine & Amines
Plant compounds
Irritants
Additives
Allergens
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Where soy sauce fits
Therapeutic diets
Lifestyle diets
Religious diets
What to know about soy sauce
Most people are surprised that standard soy sauce is brewed with wheat, so it grades as containing gluten and is not safe for celiac disease. On top of that it is fermented, which makes it very high in histamine and high in tyramine, the trigger that matters if you take an MAOI medication or get migraines from aged and fermented foods.
Watch for
- Brewed with wheat, so ordinary soy sauce contains gluten and is not celiac-safe (look for a certified gluten-free tamari instead)
- Very high in histamine from fermentation, a frequent flushing and headache trigger
- High in tyramine, relevant on MAOI medications and for tyramine-driven migraines
- A processed condiment that grades high in nitrites and pro-inflammatory
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AIP Guide
Everything you need to know about aip compatibility and smart food choices.
The Paleo Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) is an elimination diet designed to reduce inflammation and heal the gut in people with autoimmune conditions. It removes grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, and nightshades during the elimination phase.
Practical guidance for following a AIP diet:
- 1Elimination phase removes all potentially inflammatory foods
- 2Focus on nutrient-dense foods: organ meats, bone broth, vegetables
- 3Reintroduce foods one at a time after 30-90 days
- 4Sleep, stress management, and movement are part of the protocol
- 5Work with a practitioner experienced in autoimmune protocols
Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.
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Does soy sauce fit an aip diet?
AIP: avoid for strict plans.
What if I eat it occasionally?
Occasional use may break strict plans.
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