AIP Nutrition & Lifestyle Management 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A client on AIP reports digestive discomfort after adding ghee. What is the most likely explanation?
- Ghee is not permitted on AIP elimination phase
- Some individuals with dairy sensitivity react to residual milk proteins in ghee (Correct answer)
- Ghee is high in omega-6 fats that worsen inflammation
- Ghee slows gastric motility causing bloating
Correct answer: Some individuals with dairy sensitivity react to residual milk proteins in ghee
Ghee is generally AIP-compliant, but trace milk proteins can trigger reactions in highly sensitive individuals.
Question 2: Which cooking method best preserves the nutrient density of AIP-compliant vegetables?
- Deep frying in coconut oil
- Steaming or gentle sautéing (Correct answer)
- Boiling for 30+ minutes
- Microwaving with added water
Correct answer: Steaming or gentle sautéing
Steaming and gentle sautéing minimize nutrient loss while maintaining the integrity of heat-sensitive vitamins.
Question 3: On the AIP elimination phase, which beverage is acceptable?
- Black coffee
- Green tea
- Bone broth (Correct answer)
- Diet soda
Correct answer: Bone broth
Bone broth is AIP-compliant and provides collagen, glycine, and minerals that support gut healing.
Question 4: A client asks about using apple cider vinegar on AIP. What is the correct guidance?
- It is excluded because it is fermented
- It is permitted in small amounts as it is AIP-compliant (Correct answer)
- It must be tested as a reintroduction food
- It is only allowed if diluted with bone broth
Correct answer: It is permitted in small amounts as it is AIP-compliant
Apple cider vinegar is permitted on the AIP elimination phase and can support digestion.
Question 5: Which macronutrient ratio approach is most consistent with AIP principles?
- Very low fat, high carbohydrate from grains
- Calorie counting with a 40/30/30 split
- Focus on nutrient density over rigid macronutrient targets (Correct answer)
- High protein exclusively from plant sources
Correct answer: Focus on nutrient density over rigid macronutrient targets
AIP emphasizes nutrient density and food quality rather than strict macronutrient ratios.
Question 6: What is the primary purpose of including organ meats in the AIP diet?
- They are the only complete protein source on AIP
- They provide exceptionally high concentrations of bioavailable micronutrients (Correct answer)
- They help reduce intestinal permeability directly
- They replace the need for fermented vegetables
Correct answer: They provide exceptionally high concentrations of bioavailable micronutrients
Organ meats like liver are among the most nutrient-dense foods available, rich in vitamins A, B12, folate, and zinc.
Question 7: A client following AIP wants to use arrowroot starch in baking. Which statement is accurate?
- Arrowroot is a grain and must be avoided
- Arrowroot is AIP-compliant and can be used as a starch thickener (Correct answer)
- Arrowroot must be reintroduced before use
- Arrowroot contains saponins and is excluded
Correct answer: Arrowroot is AIP-compliant and can be used as a starch thickener
Arrowroot is a root-derived starch that is permitted during the AIP elimination phase.
AIP Nutrition & Lifestyle Management 2
A client on AIP reports digestive discomfort after adding ghee.
What is the most likely explanation?