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Post by stallingsmc on Jul 21, 2014 17:57:34 GMT -5
I've been trying to find things at restaurants that I can eat. At Cowboy Chicken the chicken is cooked on a rotisserie for several hours. The seasoning does have paprika and other spices in it, but it's a dry rub. Can I eat it if I just don't eat the skin? Or does the prolonged cooking allow the spices to go into the chicken if that makes sense?
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Post by EJ on Jul 23, 2014 10:02:40 GMT -5
Hmm I don't know the science behind it, but I sure wouldn't touch anything that has paprika on it (or anywhere near it). It seems that many people on AIP have extreme sensitivities to nightshades. So even a tiny exposure to paprika or chili powder could set off a flare. In my opinion, it's not worth it. You could always try it out for yourself and see how you react. But really, during a trip isn't a great time to experiment Maybe try it at home first? I will add that my last accidental nightshade exposure set my healing back an entire month It's really discouraging, so that's why I don't recommend testing your limits just yet (unless you're fully healthy and ready for reintroductions-and even then I'd think you'd want more control). I think your best bet for eating out is to go to a burger or steak place. Tell them you're allergic to gluten and oils and dairy (that's what I do). Ask them to cook your meat separately (in a separate pan or on aluminum foil) with no oils/fats and with only salt as a seasoning (if you're not eating black pepper, which has just been added to the "avoid" list for AIP). Then ask for plain, steamed broccoli or something on the side. And bring a small bottle of trusted EVOO as a dressing. Although...Sarah & Stacy (The Paleo View) tend to order fish while dining out. If you could verify how it's cooked and what it's topped with, that's a great option. Eating out while on strict AIP is not easy I've only done it a few times (as necessary with travel) and I've felt worse (but no flares, thank goodness) after each meal. It's just not worth it for me. I personally would advise you to avoid eating out where possible until you've reintroduced some things. If you know you're going to be out during a meal, plan ahead. Make some meatballs or burgers, wrap them in foil (for easy carrying-you can definitely use a glass container if you have space), and carry them with you. I've eaten them cold many times and it's much better than either not eating or being contaminated. Or if you're traveling, try to stay somewhere that has a kitchen or at least a refrigerator. Or bring a cooler. Make lots of meat patties so you can eat safely at every meal.
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