Autoimmune disorders are rampant in my family but I have never done the Autoimmune protocol to the letter, but I did eliminate nightshades, dairy for awhile, and then eventually all plants for a couple of months. In my opinion most dairy and plants harm us to some degree or another. I was lucky that my chronic joint problems responded well to just cutting nightshades, and dairy was a factor too. However, I never felt better than when I was plant free. Hard WOE to maintain though, I must admit. I did well while in an isolated Arctic community, and since moving to a more populated area (with restaurants, and so many temptations... and stress) I have yet to get back on track.

I encourage you and hope you find the WOE that works best for you. I found mine but am not quite back to being fully committed again.