As someone who was recently diagnosed with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and has spent the last almost thirty years of my life without any dietary restrictions, you can imagine how hard it is now to suddenly become ill to foods I had been enjoying my whole life. My journey to wellness lead me to create each and every one of these recipes featured on Damngoodthyme.

With the diagnosis of MCAS came hormonal imbalances, leading to hypothyroidism and PCOS. What I was unaware of at the time of these diagnoses, was that diet would play the biggest role in helping me achieve remission and lose the weight gained from all of the inflammation my body was under. I began to prioritize eating high protein meals to help with blood sugar imbalances.

Now, as I am primarily working from home, I do like to have quick wholesome dinners within my weekly meal prep. As the fall season approaches, I wanted to incorporate some fresh apple flavor, while keeping the meal relatively hearty and high in protein while low in sugar.

Low and behold came these Grilled Porkchops with a hearty side of Apple Slaw. This thoughtfully crafted recipe not only satisfies your taste buds, but also adheres to the principles of the Autoimmune Protocol. The succulent porkchops are complimented by the savory aroma of the apple slaw. Each bite is nourishing and delicious creating an inviting combination that proves you can adhere to dietary guidelines without compromising taste.