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 <3

And if you are looking for a gift that will help to change the life of a loved one, we recommend our cookbook, Life-Changing Food.

Merry Christmas!! x