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tempeh

tempeh

Legumes/Pulses

Is tempeh aip-compatible?

No, avoid

See whether tempeh fits an aip diet, with a clear compatible-or-avoid verdict plus its FODMAP, histamine and other trigger ratings in one place.

Sensitivity notes

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

Sensitivities

What tempeh contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsLow
FructansSafe
GOSLow
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineHigh
Histamine LiberatorsModerate
TyramineHigh

Plant compounds

SalicylatesModerate
OxalatesHigh
LectinAvoid
NightshadesSafe

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsSafe

Additives

SulfitesSafe
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesModerate

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsSafe
GlutenSafe
EggSafe
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoyAvoid
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CelerySafe
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galSafe
NickelHigh

Diet fit

Where tempeh fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineAvoid
Low SalicylateAvoid
Low FermentationHigh
EoE CompatibleAvoid
AIPAvoid
InflammationFit
Reflux DietFit
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreAvoid
Gastroparesis DietAvoid

Lifestyle diets

VeganFit
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanFit
DASH DietFit
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoCheck
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherFit
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainCheck
Buddhist VegetarianFit
Orthodox FastingFit
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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.

These foods are typically compatible with a AIP approach:

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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

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FAQ

Does tempeh fit an aip diet?

AIP: avoid for strict plans.

What if I eat it occasionally?

Occasional use may break strict plans.

What are safer swaps?

Compare within the Legumes/Pulses group.