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Perfect for your lifestyle and cooking goals
Digestive HeHealing Protocol
Designed for IBD, Crohn's, and colitis - many report significant symptom improvement and remission
Starves Bad Bacteria
Eliminates complex carbs that feed problematic gut bacteria, allowing beneficial flora to thrive
Clinically Backed
Based on Dr. Haas's research and thousands of success stories in managing digestive disorders
Featured SCD Recipes
SCD Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce
A hearty and satisfying dinner recipe featuring spaghetti squash as a grain-free pasta alternative, topped with a rich meat sauce. Perfect for those following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
SCD Egg Muffins with Vegetables
These delicious and nutritious SCD Egg Muffins are packed with colorful vegetables, making them a perfect portable breakfast or snack. They're easy to prepare and can be made ahead for busy mornings.
SCD Honey Glazed Carrots
A sweet and satisfying side dish featuring tender, honey-glazed carrots that are perfect for a healthy snack or a delightful accompaniment to any meal. This SCD-friendly recipe is simple to prepare and bursting with flavor.
SCD Yogurt - Homemade 24-Hour Fermented Yogurt
A creamy and tangy homemade yogurt perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch. This yogurt is made through a 24-hour fermentation process, resulting in a probiotic-rich dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a base for various toppings.
SCD Butternut Squash Soup - Creamy Pureed Soup
A creamy and comforting butternut squash soup that is perfect for a cozy dinner. This soup is rich in flavor and made with simple ingredients, creating a hearty dish that is both nutritious and satisfying.
SCD Baked Salmon with Lemon
This SCD-compliant baked salmon dish is simple yet flavorful, featuring fresh lemon and herbs. It makes for a satisfying lunch that is neither heavy nor overly complex, perfect for midday meals.
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the timeless delight of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a rich chocolate flavor that pairs beautifully with a glass of milk.
SCD Chicken Soup - Healing Chicken and Vegetable Soup
A hearty and nourishing chicken soup packed with vegetables, perfect for a comforting dinner. This SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) chicken soup is designed to be healing and satisfying, making it an ideal main meal.
Pro Tips & Cooking Tricks
Introduce foods slowly following SCD stages - start with basics, add one new food every 3-5 days
Homemade yogurt fermented 24 hours is required - commercial yogurt contains too much lactose for SCD
Almond flour replaces grain flours - properly prepared (blanched almonds only) it is SCD-legal for baking
SCD honey is the only legal sweetener - no maple syrup, coconut sugar, or other natural alternatives allowed
Read every label carefully - maltodextrin, food starch, and soy often contain illegal ingredients
Join SCD support groups - experienced members share tips, recipes, and encouragement during the challenging initial phase
Frequently Asked Questions
SCD is a restrictive diet designed for IBD, Crohn's, colitis, and celiac disease. It eliminates complex carbohydrates (grains, most starches, processed sugars) that feed harmful gut bacteria, allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive and the gut to heal.
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