Marie-Noelle Marquis
AIP vs. Paleo: What’s the Difference and Which Is Right for You?
The world of dietary protocols can be overwhelming, especially when two approaches, like Paleo and AIP, seem to overlap. While they both emphasize real food and nutrient density, their purposes are distinct. Understanding their differences is especially important if you’re dealing with chronic inflammation or autoimmune disease.
Let’s explore what sets these protocols apart, the science behind them, and how to choose the one that’s right for you.
Marie-Noelle Marquis
The Gut–Autoimmune Connection: Gut Health from the Inside Out
As a functional practitioner, one of the most important messages I share with clients facing autoimmune conditions is this: healing doesn’t start with chasing symptoms, it begins in the gut. This isn't just clinical intuition, it's backed by science. According to research, up to 80% of the immune system resides in the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT). This means that every bite you take and every signal your digestive system sends is influencing your immune system on a profound level, for better or for worse. When it comes to the development and management of autoimmune conditions, the health of your digestive...
Marie-Noelle Marquis
What Are Nightshade Vegetables and Why Should You Avoid Them on the AIP Diet
If you're exploring the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet, you’ve likely noticed that nightshade vegetables are on the “foods to eliminate” list. But what exactly are nightshades, and why are they excluded from a protocol specifically designed to calm inflammation, repair the gut, and support autoimmune healing?
Let’s take a closer look.
Marie-Noelle Marquis
The Healing Power of Collagen on the AIP Diet
When we follow the dietary portion of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), our goal isn’t just to “avoid bad foods.” It’s about giving our bodies the right tools to calm inflammation, repair the gut, and rebuild tissue from the inside out. And that’s precisely where collagen comes in. Collagen is like the scaffolding that holds your body together — your skin, joints, bones, gut lining, and even your blood vessels rely on it. While your body naturally produces collagen, chronic inflammation, autoimmune disease, and aging can significantly slow down production. That’s why I’m such a believer in intentionally adding collagen-rich foods...
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