Blood Types
There has been good and relevant research done to what types of foods are best for specific blood types. Here are the general discoveries that have been made in this area so you can relate to your own specific blood type.
Type O
Type O’s have strong immune systems, good physiques and their nature makes them physically active. They have a better chance of conquering candida problems than others. They tend to be loners and/or leaders that are focused, intuitive, self-reliant and daring. Their blood flow is sluggish, so exercise is crucial for improving health and feeling good. They will feel good after an hour or more of strenuous exercise and can feel depressed when they don’t get it.
Animal protein daily. Remember that no animal protein is ok if not properly digested. Still keep animal proteins limited, such as a fist size, high quality protein once per day. It should never be more than 20% of your meal. It has been found those of African descent do better with wild game and less fatty cuts as opposed to beef and chicken. African-Americans do not digest saturated animal fats well, but are fine with coconut and palm oil.
The best time to eat protein is between 11am and 2pm for easiest digestion. Eat non-starchy vegetables with your protein (no potatoes) and eat cultured foods with your meal as well.
It’s best for Type O’s to avoid wheat, corn and oats. We have already discussed wheat in detail. Blue corn is the best tolerated. If it doesn’t work for you though, give it up. Fresh, yellow corn grown in summer will not pose a problem however. All the Body Ecology grains such as quinoa, millet, amaranth and buckwheat are excellent for Type O.
Type O’s have a higher need for quality fats. They thrive on raw butter, coconut, cod liver oil, flaxseed, pumpkin seed, and extra virgin olive oils. Use these for salad dressings and combine with apple cider vinegar, lemon and various herbs.
Add Miso in when you are ready to add in other foods (after at least three months). For fruits, adding figs and plums would be excellent choices.
Thyroid and Type O
Type O’s tend to have a sluggish thyroid. This is often true for most people because everyone seems to be so malnourished these days. The thyroid needs minerals like iodine and medium chain fats like coconut oil. If you are following the program, just watch carefully and you may discover you no longer need the thyroid medication. Cabbage, brussel sprouts, cauliflower and mustard greens all suppress thyroid function, but not if they are cultured.
Vegetarian Type O’s
Try soaking nuts and seeds and pureeing into a pate with other vegetables to make them more digestible. Enjoy egg yolks, cooked softly or over easy in coconut oil and eat with dark, leafy greens. You still need your protein! The flesh or meat from young coconuts is excellent as well. Even better if fermented. Avoid kidney beans and lentils at first. When you add them to your diet, combine with non-starchy vegetables so they are easier to digest. They are more nutritious when sprouted.
Kefir for Type O’s
Start with fermented kefir only after the mucosal lining of your intestines has healed so the milk protein (casein) doesn’t leak into your bloodstream. It is a good idea to first use young coconut kefir before trying cow or goat’s milk.
Blood Type A
Type A’s are clever, sensitive, passionate and very smart, but tend to bottle up their anxiety to get along with others. They hold in emotions until they explode. Many are tense, impatient and unable to sleep well. Type A’s thrive on calming exercises like yoga, tai chi, golf, walking and gentle rebounding on a mini trampoline.
Type A’s often have inadequate stomach acid and do not digest animal protein and fats very well. A’s should stick to a mainly vegetarian diet. Alkaline fruits and veggies are important to prevent acidity conditions. Cultured vegetables are important. Many A’s feel fine eating egg yolks and fresh fish.
Algaes, other greens and nuts and seeds are great for Type A’s. Almonds, pumpkin seeds and walnuts are all great choices. Remember to always soak 8 hours before eating. Because nuts are concentrated foods, eat them in small quantities and balance well with vegetables. Puree them with raw vegetables like garlic, carrots, celery, zucchini, kale, okra and red bell pepper. Then season with a touch of salt. Type A’s need little fat, but it is critical to get some high quality fats.
Dairy and Type A
Type A’s are especially sensitive to dairy. They produce antibodies to the primary sugar in milk. They also do poorly on saturated fat from dairy and animal foods. They should use low-fat or non-fat kefir and drink small amounts at a time. Goat’s milk may not even work, since fat is inherent in the milk and you can’t make low fat goat milk. Try just ½ cup each morning of fermented dairy.
Type B
Type B’s are balanced. They are creative and sensitive, yet often aggressive. They are empathetic, understanding the viewpoints of others, yet not quick to challenge or confront. They are flexible and good to have as friends.
They have strong immune systems, yet prone to slow growing viral conditions such as lupus, MS, and chronic fatigue. They also tend towards hypoglycemia and blood sugar issues. Type B children can have strong reactions to vaccinations.
Type B Food Choices
Avoid pork and chicken. If you love poultry, better to choose pheasant or turkey. Lamb, wild game, mutton, venison and rabbit are all good choices. Beef can be added on occasion and fresh fish are excellent as well. Stay away from shellfish like lobster and shrimp.
For Type B’s on the first stage of Body Ecology, it is recommended to only eat millet and quinoa. The other grains on the program, buckwheat and amaranth, do not work well. However, any grain that is sprouted will work just fine. The preparation of the food is everything. When digestion is strong, you can try adding in rice, oats and spelt slowly.
Type B’s do better than anyone when it comes to dairy. However, they should be eaten in moderation. Eat organic, fermented dairy foods to reduce milk sugars. It’s ok to add beans later as well such as kidney, lima and navy. Avoid soy, lentils, garbanzo, pintos, aduke and black-eyed peas. This is from lots of feedback from Type B’s over the years.
Type AB
AB people are awesome! They are charming and popular. They don’t sweat the small stuff. They are spiritual and embrace all aspects of life without being particularly aware of the consequences.
They react poorly to stress, so they need calming, gentle exercise like Type A’s. They need to regulate stress levels to keep immune system strong.
Foods for AB
They often lack stomach acid to digest proteins well, but by mixing with cultured foods, this can make things easier. They may benefit from digestive enzymes. Like A’s they don’t digest beef or pork well, but do better with turkey and pheasant, lamb, mutton and rabbit. Many types of seafood are fine such as salmon, tuna, cod, red snapper and trout but have a tough time with sole, flounder, halibut, anchovy, sea bass, crab, lobster, shrimp and octopus. Eggs are excellent for AB.
Millet is excellent for AB and amaranth works fine as well. Avoid buckwheat, blue corn, kasha and soba noodles. In stage two, try adding rice, oats, spelt and rye. Walnut and almonds work well, but avoid sunflower and pumpkin seeds unless they are soaked or sprouted.
AB’s do very well with quality, unrefined oils. Coconut oil is ideal for cooking. Dairy fats and saturated fats from animal foods can be a concern since AB’s are prone to gallbladder problems. Use small amounts of high quality oils. Also only use small amounts of quality, cultured dairy products.
Dr. Vaughn
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