I have been following the blood type diet for a number of years now. It’s been a transformational journey and then some. I’m so thankful that Dr. DeLynn Lake taught me the value of eating based on my blood type. Additionally, I chose to invest in the full swami, which is an individualized diet based on my genetics. The app on my phone keeps me in line based on highly beneficial foods, neutral foods, and definite avoids. Each blood type is unique and what’s good for one isn’t necessarily healthful for another.

Many of my breast implant illness friends (I call them my breast friends) are either learning about the value of the blood type diet or beginning their journey. I share this revolutionary approach to eating with pretty much anyone who will listen. It’s life changing.

In this blog, I’d like to focus on the 4 different blood types with an emphasis on the AVOIDS foods. This is the most common question I get asked. “What can’t I eat?” I’ll hit the highlights for each blood type and also add a few fun facts along the way.

YOUR BLOOD TYPE IDENTITY. It’s important. If you don’t yet know your blood type, please comment below and I’ll send you a link for an inexpensive “at home” test kit. It’s under $15 and easy to use. I don’t sell them, but would be happy to provide a link for you.

I believed that no two people on the face of the earth were alike; no two people have the same fingerprints, lip prints, or voiceprints. No two blades of grass or snowflakes are alike. Because I felt that all people were different from one another, I did not think it was logical that they should eat the same foods. It became clear to me that since each person was housed in a special body with different strengths, weaknesses, and nutritional requirements, the only way to maintain health or cure illness was to accommodate to that particular patient’s specific needs. ~ James D’Adamo (Dr. Peter’s father)

FOUR BLOOD TYPES

BLOOD TYPE A – THE CULTIVATOR Reaps what he sows. Has a sensitive digestive tract. Tolerant immune system. Adapts well to a settled diet / environmental condition. Responds best to stress with calming action. Requires agrarian diet to stay lean and productive. Exercise recommendations: Tai Chi, Yoga, Martial Arts, Golf Brisk Walking, Swimming, Dance, Low Impact Aerobics, Stretching. Some of the top avoid foods are: Beef, pork, lamb, cow’s milk, potatoes, yams, sweet potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, lima beans, melons, oranges, strawberries, mango, multi-grain bread, refined sugar, refined carbohydrates, artificial ingredients.

BLOOD TYPE B – THE NOMAD Balanced. Has a strong immune system. Tolerant digestive system. Most flexible dietary choices of all other blood types. Dairy eater. Responds best to stress with creativity. Requires a balance between physical and mental activity to stay lean and sharp. Exercise recommendations: Aerobics, Tennis, Martial Arts, Calisthenics, Hiking, Cycling, Swimming, Brisk Walking, Jogging, Weight Training, Golf, Tai Chi, Yoga. Some of the top avoid foods are: Corn, wheat, buckwheat, lentils, tomatoes, peanuts, sesame seeds, chicken, pork, shellfish, limited beef.

BLOOD TYPE AB – THE ENIGMA Merging of blood type A and blood type B. Chameleon’s response to changing environmental and dietary conditions. Sensitive digestive tract. Overly tolerant immune system. Responds best to stress spiritually, with physical and creative energy. Exercise recommendations: Tai Chi, Yoga, Golf, Cycling, Brisk Walking, Swimming, Dance, Low Impact Aerobics, Hiking, Stretching. Some of the top avoid foods: See above for blood type A and blood type B avoids.

BLOOD TYPE O – THE HUNTER Meat Eater. Hardy digestive tract. Overactive immune system. Intolerant to dietary and environmental adaptations. Responds best to stress with intense physical activity. Requires an efficient metabolism to stay lean and energetic. Exercise recommendations: Treadmill, Stair Climbing, Martial Arts, Contact Sports, Calisthenics, Cycling, Brisk Walking, Dancing, In-Line or Roller Skating. Some of the top avoid foods are: Wheat, corn, legumes, kidney beans, dairy, caffeine, coffee, alcohol, white potatoes, avacado, ham, pork, bacon, peanuts.

I highly recommend purchasing “Eat Right For Your Blood Type” by Dr. Peter D’Adamo. There are many facebook groups that have formed over the years based on your blood type. I’m blood type O+ and enjoy the group I’m a member of. Dr. D. also has a full line of blood type supplements by Genoma Nutritionals.

Sheila VanHemert, CN CAS MH

REFERENCES

D’Adamo, Peter, ND (1996) Eat Right For Your Blood Type – The Individualized Blood Type Diet Solution Berkley