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Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD)

The SCD is a diet based on the chemical structure of carbohydrates. The allowed carbohydrates on the diet are monosaccharides and have a single molecule structure that is easily absorbed by the intestines. Complex carbohydrates that are disaccharides (double molecules) and polysaccharides (chain molecules) that are more difficult to absorb are not allowed because complex carbohydrates not assimilated are left behind and become food for bad bacteria in the digestive tract. These bad bacteria overgrow, causing damage and inflammation in the intestines. The goal of the diet is to starve these bad bacteria by taking away their food source and restoring bacterial balance in the gut.

The foods not allowed on the diet include grains, starches and starchy vegetables, most dairy and sugars, and processed, refined and packaged foods. Learn more about Emily’s history with SCD.

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Mango Jalapeño Slaw

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Blood Orange Margaritas

Spinach and Bacon Frittata

Spinach and Bacon Frittata

Green blender juice

Green Blender Juice

Dry Rub Chicken Wings

Dry Rub Chicken Wings

Lentil Chili Emily's fresh kitchen recipe

Lentil Chili

Restaurant-Style Blender Salsa

Restaurant-Style Blender Salsa

whole roasted cauliflower

Roasted Cauliflower – Miznon Style

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White Bean and Pancetta Soup

avocado herb dressing

Avocado Herb Dressing or Dip

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  • Appetizer & Snacks
  • Breakfast & Smoothies
  • Condiments
  • Drinks
  • Main Courses
  • Salads
  • Sides
  • Soups
  • Sweets & Treats

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