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Because they're both autoimmune diseases. I was more interested in his claims concerning RA. It was others in the thread that zeroed in on the MS. Both RA and psoriasis are autoimmune diseases.

His diet does not sound miraculous to me at all.

From what I read, even that is debated - to what degree they actually are genetic. Also, some genetic issues need 'unlocking,' research suggests. My psoriasis was kicked off by strep throat. I don't think it's genetic at all because there's not a soul in my family that has psoriasis. I'm not a medical doctor and I'm not…

How do you know that his treatment doesn't help those with MS? What are you basing your judgment call on? He does seem to be basing lots of his science on other scientists' research. Look, I'm not saying he's got 'the' cure, but maybe he does have something? Maybe there's not just *one* cure for a disease? I really don't…

:| I checked and he doesn't seem to claim any 'cure.' He does claim that most of our autoimmune/chronic diseases stem from what we eat ... which seems rather logical to me, plus he is not the only doctor saying that. Also, I like the fact he is an actual medical doctor ...

Haha, yeah, I actually really like starches, but I did not think about it this way ... before now :D I have to say I adore sweet potatoes ... I could just eat sweet potatoes for the rest of my life and be happy, haha.

Hmm. No, he doesn't and he doesn't claim he does. He's not charging me anything. His start up program is for free and all the information about he diet is also available free on the internet. I bought his recipe book because I've heard good things about it and I suck at cooking - need lots of inspiration, etc.

That is very good! I'm very happy for your wife. I expressed myself poorly. The part that I consider idiotic about the diet is the promotion of elevated consumption of meat because of my environmental concerns. I should have said that initially.

I make no such claims. McDougall made a claim that many of his patients with MS improved or it at least slowed the progression down (I read the article on his website a fortnight ago, don't quote me on that), he did not actually claim he has a miracle cure for MS. I myself don't have RA or MS. I have psoriasis, but only on…

Thanks for the suggestion. Finally a comment that doesn't make fun of or criticise my choice/the diet and instead makes a real point. I'll take that into consideration.

OMG, am I actually saying that? I think you need to re-read what I wrote because I did not say it - ever. What I did say, though, is that I do not need to lose weight like three separate times. I also said that I'm interested in this diet for following reasons: 1. to diminish inflammation in my body, 2. to become vegan, 3.…

The thing that I think is idiotic (poor word choice) is promoting more meat consumption considering what is happening with the environment knowing that how we 'grow' that meat is one of the biggest culprits in environmental degradation (not to mention how absolutely ethically horrible factory farms are to animals…

This thread is not going anywhere. Now certain individuals are starting to act childish with snide little remarks. Well done. Very grown up. Wow.

VintageFeline ... I'm not here asking for a permission. If you re-read my OP, I was asking if anyone else on here follows the diet. That is all that I was asking. I don't need anyone to tell me if it's ok if I follow a diet or if I go vegan. I'm past that point at 30+ years of age ;) I have psoriasis and have been issues…

VintageFeline ... I have psoriasis guttate (that's an autoimmune disease) and I've recently been having issues with specific joints where I have mild but persistent pain. I don't go to doctors, I usually try to take care of whatever issue I have on my own and go to a doctor only if it's gotten so bad I cannot manage it on…

YvetteK2015 Thanks! Finally someone without a bunch of negativity to throw my way! I've also seen a talk by him - Dr. Fuhrman. I will look into this :)

GottaBurnEm ... I see what you are saying. That said, the man has so many testimonials from folks that saw a major decline in their symptoms especially in those with RA (rheumatoid arthritis), that I simply can't overlook that. I also don't see how he could be a quack considering all he advocates for is pretty much a vegan…

singingflutela ... Well, that's great to hear that some can cure themselves of a disease by eliminating dairy. I don't think that should really shock anyone. He's not attributing that to himself or his diet, he merely mentioned in the text you posted that some of the patients have gotten rid of the disease by stopping with…

callsitlikeiseeit ... I'm not in it for weight loss. I don't need to lose weight. I have an autoimmune disease called psoriasis and I want to get rid of it before it does more damage to my system. Unforunately, there is no formal cure for it and it is considered 'incurable,' which I don't buy. What I do buy is that the…

feisty_bucket ... yeah, idiotic. Anything that advocates for more meat-consumption is idiotic in my book. I don't see him as a quack. There are more reasons to go vegan besides weight loss. Believe it or not, some of us don't actually need to lose weight nor want to, yet they still want to improve their health / health of…

singingflutela ... Did he? The only thing I've witnessed on the videos I watched was testimonials of those that have had success with the diet. Testimonials from folks. The thing is, I am not here to speak for him and defend his diet, but it looks super interesting for me and better than 99.9% of the diets out there -…

RuNaRoUnD ... I hear what you're saying. But you are just assuming I am in this to lose weight. I don't need to lose weight. I'm in a healthy weight range, healthy body fat range, I want to do this for other reason - mainly to reduce amount of inflammation in my system that this doctor claims is from eating animal products…

RuNaRoUnD ... I don't think that's even the name. I just called it that as he is the one that came up with it.

Alatariel75 - what is it caused by then? I'm honestly asking as I don't know. Also, I don't think he claims to 'cure' it ... I haven't seen such a claim at least.

I wouldn't say mine are abnormal, but I have always had very skinny upper body compared to my more curvy lower body, but that's not the case anymore - now my upper arms have some 'meat' on them, that unfortunately mostly hangs and I think it's rather unsightly if I want to wear spaghetti straps, etc. I'm still pear shaped,…

Hej! I just turned 34 and have two little ones : ages 6 and 2. I am not focused on weight loss even though I could totally do without those extra 5 kilos (about 11 lbs). I mostly need to get in shape, feel better and reduce stress from my daily life. I have also a full time job that is sedentary ... Let's do it, mammas! ;)

Breakfast ... have heard of it before ... Nowadays I only eat breakfast on weekends as I have no time nor interest in eating when I get up at 5:30am and have to be at work by 7:15.

One word: Flab. Well, another word: cellulite. I went to H&M and tried on some clothes, only, to my utter horror, and thanks to the horrid lighting in the dressing room, I realised i could see cellulite *not only* on my bum and thighs .... that was a big wake up call. I'm not overweight and losing weight is actually not my…