AQJ 130: A GAPS Christmas with Elyse Comerford

Christmas is a dangerous time of year for those living in the GAPS village. Taken out of their natural habitat – clean water, chemical-free living, wholesome whole foods without additives colours and preservatives – and instead plunged into the chaos of conventional diets means GAPS folk need to be extra careful. Today we interview the wise elder Elyse Comerford on her experience on how to face the world during Christmas. This episode is full of tips and ideas that will make it easier for GAPS people to enjoy delicious, healing food with their loved ones during the holidays.

We chat about:

Whole food and GAPS menu ideas

Elyse’s favourite Christmas foods and treats

Healthy main dishes, salads, and desserts that everyone will love at a potluck Christmas dinner

Food prep short-cuts

Nourishing treats for the adults and kids

How to cope with food reactions if they happen

GAPS friendly food gifts to share

Tips from Elyse on other ways to make Christmas special besides the food!

(Elyse Comerford is an Integrative Nutritionist and Certified GAPS (Gut & Psychology/Physiology Syndrome) Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, Exercise Scientist, Keynote Speaker, Mentor, Mum to Dylan, and a massive sustainability advocate. Elyse is also the GAPS mentor for members of our Quirky Cooking for Gut Health Program, and helps answer questions from listeners on our podcast.)

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For those of you working towards beginning GAPS on the school holidays, you can begin with a consultation with Elyse and you’ll be off to a great start! Elyse has a 50% off consultations special for a limited time, you can contact her here.

Join in Elyse’s 12 Days of Christmas to get some nourishing Christmas recipes!

Make Jo’s GAPS Gingerbread