My Body Is Attacking Itself! How to cure Autoimmune Diseases by John McDougall, MD

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[@jodymckenzie3526]

Went on a Wholefood Plant Based Diet when I was 61. Had Oseteoarthritis in my fingers, knees, ankles, and 1 hip, starting at about age 40. 4 Months on the whole food plant based diet (lots of carbs after reading your book, The Starch Solution) Osteoarthritis disappeared. And now at 67 still arthritis free & I all I take is B12 a couple of times a week & Vit D3 in winter. Feel great. Best thing I ever did for my overall health ever. Thankyou Dr McDougall.

[@lf7065]

That's awesome! I think it works well with (autoimmune) rheumatoid arthritis as well. I know the Paddison Program has helped so many!

[@Livetoeat171]

Your comment sounds exactly like a comment from an article I saw the other day from someone who went on the carnivore diet. They had the same things you did osteoarthritis and inflammation, etc. and now feels perfectly healthy and those things all went away. And I remember researching veganism that three years ago, and they said the same thing!

[@jodymckenzie3526]

Like everything in life. What works for some doesn't work for others. I would be interested though to get some feedback from anyone who has been on a carnivore diet long term. I see plenty of WFPB Doctor's and others testimonials about being WFPB for 30-40 years or more. Would love to see the same testimonials for the Carnivore Diet. I will look further in to that, as I admit I haven't done that research, but I will.@@Livetoeat171

[@seitanbeatsyourmeat666]

I’m a WFPB vegan, but osteoarthritis is mechanical, not autoimmune. So, you’re comment sounds cray-cray… now, having said that, if you lost weight, you took the extra force (extra weight) off those joints, you probably would feel better. But its not “cured”. Lifting weights also helps osteoarthritis, because the muscles take some of the brunt of the load, which helps the joints (there are other advantages besides this that come from lifting, but this is basic). Lets not pretend a WFP based diet can “cure” everything. K? Pseudoscience doesn’t help anyone, and puts you squarely in the camp with carnivore “science”, just on the opposite end of the cray-cray spectrum

[@theelizabethan1]

​@@seitanbeatsyourmeat666 Eliminating "nightshades" (which contain Anti-nutrient"alkaloids") will make a significant improvement.

[@sunnymorgan492]

I never tire of Dr. McDougall, he is the best !!!

[@davidsgardell]

I was 20 years old in the beginning of 2000 when I was diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis. At the time I was vegetarian, which means meat-free, but not free of animal products. A strict vegetarian, which is the diet of a vegan, is rare among vegetarians. Most have an invisible prefix attached to the word, such as lacto-, ovo-, and the word lost its true meaning a long time ago... So calorie-wise, it was the same as before; an omni diet where I had only swapped meat for more dairy and more eggs - and did not increased my intake of greens. Long story short, I went vegan (for the animals!) in 2005. We didn't have all these processed foods back then, so it was a more or less a whole foods plant based diet. I've been symptom free ever since I switched to a wfpb diet and also stopped with the meds sometime later. I also got rid of my food/pollen/animal allergies and didn't have to take medicine for my hypothyroidism! Now I haven't taken as much as an aspirin in over a decade! 😎 Btw, during my last checkup, I asked my neurologist about food and MS and he just smiled. But he did suggest I'd go back on the meds, you know, "just in case". 🤷‍♂ But that is sadly common. My mom asked her doctor is she could lower the blood pressure meds now that she's been vegan for some years, to which he replied "If that was the case, we would be prescribing our patients carrots." 🤦‍♂ I don't know if they honestly don't know, don't care, or know but need to push their meds. Happy to hear more and more doctors are becoming aware. It's crazy that they don't get to know anything/much about diet when studying to become a doctor... Been following you for years now after my friend sent me your newsletter on MS and protein! Thank you for sharing this! ✌

[@smallfootprint2961]

Time to get a new doctor. I googled Plant Based Doctors. Don't plan to change doctors right now, but might look into it further. I got a lot if responses in my small town, and surrounding area.

[@nowhereman9463]

No money in health. Your doctor doesn't give a crap about you, only your money. Good for you and your courage. God Bless.

[@JMeg-gj5zi]

What about Berberine for safe blood sugar levels?

[@JMeg-gj5zi]

What about bone broth for MS?

[@reggiedunlop2222]

Unfortunately, sometimes doctors are the worst thing about healthcare. Most are reactive and not proactive. They’ll quickly dispense medication to deal with your illness/disease but offer no advice on how food/diet/nutrition can play a vital role in reducing your chances of becoming sick in the first place. God forbid they prescribe a carrot over expensive medications.

[@terraloft]

Life itself is the gift .. Father God, thankyou for creating the very foods that sustain our bodies and minds and for Jesus Christ, Redeemer of our souls

[@angelmd43]

Amen!

[@JustcallmeDebbieB]

I love these great long lectures!! They really need to be drilled into everyone's brain so we all have an understanding of WHY. Keep them coming PLEASE!!!!♡♡♡

[@smallfootprint2961]

There was a doctor, a pediatrician who talked on tv, and published in Parents magazine, who talked about milk being a big problem to the health of children. Still I gave my kids cow's milk. It's that separation between what we believe, and what we do. You can hear Dr. McDougall's frustration when he tries to teach the wholeness of inflammation, and the wholeness of the 'cure'. He keeps saying that you just get on a 100% whole food all plant eating plan, and in a few days you'll start to see improvement. People want a test, and to name their syndrome, but the body wants to heal itself if the poisons are taken away. It's ok, John. It's getting better.

[@christinadennis1223]

I have rheumatoid arthritis. I keep coming back to this and The McDougall Program book. Need to get my head out of the clouds. Thank you for sharing

[@jules9628]

Within the second hour, the Dr and his wife talk of using sunscreen. By or in the water all day, I can understand using it. However, knowing a few people who used it often to work in gardens or outdoor activities and still had skin cancer including melanoma, I looked into information Id read in Scanning health news, about cancer causing chemicals IN the sunscreen. Also the chemicals being stimulated or reacting more by the sun itself! We cant get away from everything toxic but I haven’t used sunscreen in a long time ( but I don’t windsurf of go to the beach often) and try to avoid chemicals when possible. Perhaps there is an almost chemical free sunscreen on the market somewhere. I have read also, that long ago people who were outdoors much (it was unheard of to have so much cancers of the skin. Some say they wore long sleeves and hats; not sure that’s always true either. Interesting none the less. Personally the sun time seems to help me feel so well…even if aging to the skin. Baking not required.😁

[@BethShearon]

Plant exclusive surrounded by S.A.D. eaters here, it's a breath of fresh air listening to you, thank you, keep talking 😀🥦🍅🥬🍎💚

[@naymalg7945]

I´m ophtalmologist here in Brasil....so sad...patients were misguided, each year they were worst...taking more and more pills....I´m strict vegetarian about 2 years and 2 months ...today my lunch was 500gpurple sweet potato, raw garlic and red onion with balsamic vinager and nutricional yeast LOVE YOU!!!!!

[@JMeg-gj5zi]

Didn't respond to the Question on glyphosate. Ignored it.

[@zfhGhh]

Hey I got inflammation in left eye only, and cornea neovasculization developing about 1.5mm. could all this be caused by food im eating??

[@HybridParentSupport]

Nutritional yeast will make you crave more food. It’s a form of glutamate

[@jj-bp3fr]

Why are you vegetarian when you can go whole plant based vegan? Vegetarians still eat dairy, eggs, cheese, and those are not that good for you.

[@kpsingh79]

Amazing that such knowledge is being provided by Dr. McDougall for free to the general public. Thank you sir 😊

[@vli2000]

These precious lectures will benefit humanity and medicine forever as long as the Internet exits ❤️

[@Bluegrassman12]

Another incredible lecture by an incredible dr . Please keep them coming . Maybe another one on dairy . Dr did one years ago and it was amazing and detailed

[@annak3380]

I’ll never get tired of these lectures- he’s amazing!

[@fastingfrugivore]

Doc M is a living legend ! Always a pleasure n honor n privilege to listen to him. Thank u doc for all that u do ! Thank u chef AJ!

[@A_random_nerd_with_braces]

This diet cured my rheumatoid arthritis. A year on from my last dose of methotrexate and I am doing just great. It has been enormously empowering. Thank you.

[@KiranbaVaghela-ng3tb]

How to cure please reply

[@missednoahsarc2654]

This is just amazing. I've pasted it along to several people. I had no problem committing to the time. It actually went by quickly. I would watch many more of these and can't wait to apply all of this information to my life! Thank you for your passion to heal us!!!🧡🥰

[@debbiefring]

Thank you for this video! I have multiple autoimmune diseases!

[@helenedewalais4699]

These are fantastic lectures please keep them coming! Looking forward to one on hypertension. Thank you AJ and Dr McDougall!

[@jeffreydrhodes]

never tire of your videos Dr. McDougall. You changed my life!!!!

[@petrakosutic7904]

We will never get tired of this wonderful man! Please Chef AJ bring us Dr.McDougall every time you can❤🎉

[@debbiefring]

Anyway to get a PDF or copies of these info slides? I would like to show them to my 45 yr old daughter, a NP, who has rheumatoid arthritis and sjrogrens...she is very "mainstream medicine" thinking...

[@reggiedunlop2222]

NIH = Not Invented Here Pure gold Dr. 👍🏼 Also: CDC = Center for Disease Coverup

[@juliaharte9335]

Thank you so much Dr McDougall and Chef AJ!! These lectures are so interesting. Before finding this diet I was trying (and failing) for several years to be high carb low fat raw vegan. I wasn’t able to stick to it and I wasn’t getting the results. My weight was creeping up and I could feel my health beginning to deteriorate. It is sooooooooo much easier and more satisfying to eat a high carb low fat starch based diet. My health improved, weight decreased!! I feel great and hopeful for the future. Thank you thank you thank you for the work you both do. I did want to comment that I too have noticed a runny nose issue after some starch meals. I haven’t tried an elimination diet but have observed that it seems to occur after meals with gluten, more processed starches e.g. bread, brown rice pasta, cereals and also white rice is sometimes a culprit. The more whole the food the less likely the symptoms. Also if I include some raw food in the meal eg. greens, coleslaw mix, etc. I feel better. Thank you Mary! I love the bean pizza recipe too :)

[@lestalote]

Yes! More Dr. McDougall! Love him! Funny! Genuine! Experienced! Please come back!

[@naenersable]

I was diagnosed with RRMS in 97 I am now 44 years old and have secondary progressive MS and I’m bedridden I don’t have the strength or the energy to get out of bed working with Physical Therapy but I quit drinking milk years ago and I don’t eat anything with gluten I quit drinking tap water as well. I don’t make that kind of money to join the 12 day eating is there anything else you can help me with please? I quit taking DMT’s for 3 years now because I know it wasn’t helping me. I have a registered nursing degree and I am educated so I stay up-to-date on everything with the MS

[@antoniozavala4538]

Sounds like you are still eating cheese and eggs. Stop it. They are as bad as milk. Also, no more oils, not even olive oil or coconut oil. And you need to fast everyday, skip breakfast. Just eat lunch and dinner. Lunch at 12noon and dinner at 4pm, so you have 20 hours of fasting every day. That's what I do. Eat oatmeal everyday, broccoli, cabbage, potato, rice, beans, etc. Good luck. Hugs.

[@mrsyogadoc]

ALA, Turmeric , methylated Vit b complex… I don’t recall all the searching I did and the research papers. But I had spinal cord compression and injury even after surgery… these along with vibrational therapy were life safer. Now I don’t have MS, but my neurological symptoms were very similar. I am an Emergency Medicine Physician. I recommend the above to just about all neuropathic symptoms

[@dmbmeister0]

Absolutely superior presentation. I know this took a huge amount of time to research and prepare. Thank you, Dr. M. for making a difference in lives. You are a rare person. Bless you.

[@julinotmylastname1355]

I was thinking about how long I've known about Dr. McDougall and his work (30 years) and how I fluctuate in and out of the recommendations for good health. Mostly OUT because I'm swayed by so many other people (family) and this environment of fast food we live in. But these talks are motivating me to really get back "with it" again. In fact I committed to myself to eat whole foods for Lent (and hopefully beyond) - I've done it before and I can do it again. I might get my husband to repeat the 12-day program online with me - he got to attend in person a few years ago but he also let poor habits slip back in. ANYWAY, I love you & Mary! Thanks for all you do. ♥♥♥

[@valjean2036]

Lets do it!!!

[@Chris-tw8fu]

If you believe in the Doctor then you can’t be”swayed “

[@annegallagher8284]

My dreadful fatigue, breathlessness are gone. My walking is painful .Your diet will soon fix that. Thanks Dr McDougall.

[@jojo4753]

I really like this lecture, but I think there are cases with hypothyroidism/ Hashimotos have been reversed by diet, and people get off their thyroid medications. I think you need to factor in the progression of the disease.

[@magorzata1439]

Yes, a healthy diet, supplements, herbs and TSH dropped from 5.5 to 1.9 but ... stress does fluctuate TSH after all, but the fact is that we have an influence on it.

[@kimlutz6346]

I love Dr. McDougal ❤️ He tells it like it is and is so funny 😊

[@reggiedunlop2222]

Dr. McDougall professing his childhood love of Annette Funicello…priceless 👌🏼🙂 I’m right there with ya doc 😉

[@yukonnoka]

The ketogenic diet is often recommended for epilepsy, but i have found that a plant based diet seems to have helped me these last couple years. What affect could vegan diet have on epilepsy?

[@cc8722]

What do you say about the recent rise of autoimmune diseases in these two years? Could the immune system be attacking “foreign protein” other than that from the meat?

[@DigBawggy]

This lecture really clicked the connection between gluten and animal proteins and the destruction of the gut for me. I feel like the gluten connection wasn't being emphasized enough. That both gluten and animal proteins can lead to the destruction of the gut and probably gluten starts it.

[@TeaLaRee]

Omg, thank you Dr. McDougall for all your effort on this presentation. You're so valued. 🥦💜🍓🥕🍏

[@JeanMcCormack]

I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in my 20's..long story shortened..I went whole food plant based circa 2016 and never looked back..I had a collection of other autoimmune disease which are all gone. This works

[@dorianphilotheates3769]

Jean McCormack - I have a very dear friend who has suffered with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis for many years. She’s had two bowel resection surgeries, and is on ‘biologics’ and a whole spectrum of other medications. She has recently also been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and is now on insulin medication as well. She feels terrible. Could you please elaborate on your condition, and how a plant-based diet helped you. What do you normally eat in a day? Any good whole food diet plans (or books) you can recommend? I’m trying to develop a diet plan for her, but she is sceptical because her gastroenterologists have repeatedly affirmed that her illnesses have “nothing to do with diet”(!). I love her dearly, and more than anything would like to help her, but I’m just not equipped. Could you give me some recommendations from own experience? I wish you continued Good Health & A Very Happy 2023! Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks. 🙂

[@JeanMcCormack]

@@dorianphilotheates3769 follow a whole food plant exclusive diet, no oil, minimal salt, no processed crap, no dairy , no meat, no eggs, lots of whole grains, legumes, vegetables and fruit.. Maybe your friend needs a period of fasting monitored by a doctor experienced in this like Dr McDougall or True North Health center Santa Rosa CA

[@dorianphilotheates3769]

@@JeanMcCormack - Wow, that was quick! Thanks very much for the prompt response - greatly appreciated. I will do my best to persuade her. Warmest regards!

[@Gypsygirl9]

That's awesome. Curious to know if you tried Keto prior to WFPB? If so, did that help?

[@cherilynroyall933]

Is there a cure for Blood Cancer, all other Cancers are spoken about, however, never Blood Cancer! Is this curable if you have a JAK 2 Gene....

[@MetabolicBrain]

I LOVE Dr. McDougall's videos!! He has invested his whole life into this research! Please ask him to provide links to the peer-reviewed evidence so we can look them up and bring them with us to our own doctors to discuss a healthcare plan that can get us off medications and cure diseases.

[@reggiedunlop2222]

Unfortunately, most doctors will dismiss the studies you provide and refer you back to the Standard American Diet…which is why you’re sick to begin with. They’ll write you a prescription and send you on your way. Functional Medicine doctors are different as they take a whole body approach and how our organs interact with each other. If you can’t locate a Functional Medicine doctor locally these videos are your next best option. Stay healthy 🙏🏼

[@prashanthkotamraju]

Two big heros for humanity - Mcdougall & Greger

[@Botafoguense89]

Amazing doc, thank you guys

[@calengr1]

43:28 - ~ 44m interview with Swank; ~44:17 arthritis, 46m 2014 the Society changed its pitch; 47:55 Lancet study and why one should take symptoms seriously; 49:30 RA...perhaps unknown pre 1800, perhaps none in Africa pre 1957; 53:08 expect some improvement after 4-7 days; 53:44 lupus; 55:22 Crohn's disease; 55:55 schizaphrenia; 57:25 cow's milk and kidneys; 77:20 if Auto-Imm disease then one is more susceptible to other diseases; 68:45 fix the problem by fixing the diet

[@Jonases_20]

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[@annak3380]

He’s so lovely! And funny! Such a sweet , clever man.😊

[@calengr1]

16:25 ~ 40 % women develop thyroid conditions; 17:28 - 20:25 correlation with countries eating SAD; 19:48 HYPO -thyroidism; 20:31 type 1 diabetes ; 29:50 Roy Swank ; 30:22 MS ; head of neurology Oregon 31:05 mechanism of causing disease; 37:37 esp 38 m rate of attacks Swank therapy for MS

[@oscarcat1231]

We are not animals, we are made in God’s image.

[@Chris-tw8fu]

Wish you would stop ringing that obnoxious bell

[@witchyspnr]

Watching this again a year later and somehow I missed ChefAJ reading my question and Dr. McDougall’s response. It is so much the food. I just came off a medically supervised weight loss program. I did lose 16 pounds after not being able to lose anything however I was miserable. Shakes and bars are not food and it didn’t help me learn how to eat properly. I am doing the mini program to kickstart me back on WFPB starch based diet. As always, I am so grateful for ChefAJ, Dr and Mary McDougall. 💗💗💗

[@notadonna5983]

I've been trying to get well from a very long list of rotten things to have. Doctors only guess, and guess poorly. I've learned so much and watched so many videos that I can't believe I've never heard this. One thing, though, my brother has been vegan and hasn't use any added oils for years. Anyway, thank you. Will go to the website.

[@ihartsacto]

I love your compassion towards your patients

[@lisaschultz5173]

Only part I disagree with is I feel the body is made to heal!

[@michelescottduvauchelle9585]

Thank you for these lectures. I wish I had started my health journey sooner but it's never too late.... I appreciate the time and effort spent in sharing this knowledge .A very big sincere" thank you to Dr McDougall and AJ !

[@rustyshackleford4801]

Love me some Dr. Mcdougall

[@lovekarro]

Chef AJ, I used to be sensitive to legumes like you and never eat them until I started to rinse, soak and sprout them for 24 hours before cooking them well (on the softer side) in the Instapot. I rinse them before soaking them for about 8 hours. I rinse them and put them in a sprouter near the window (to get sun on them). I rinse them after 12 hours. Before cooking them in the iPot, I rinse them extremely well like 3 times. I cook them with a kombu piece (I believe you can also use baking soda). I cook them the maximum time suggested after soaking in the iPot manual. I pour about 1 inch of water above them in the iPot. Et voilà! :)

[@cherilynroyall933]

I soak mine for 4 days, changing water ever day plus cleaning them 8ets rid of Lectins too. times....g

[@plantbased2846]

We do not get tired of Dr. McDougall!

[@dr.pradeepginimugewellness3626]

Superb sir, as usuall your presentation was brilliant.Myself Dr.Pradeep Ginimuge from Mumbai, India. I am one of your fans and I follow your Vegan diet myself and also suggest to my patients. Can you please give your opinion regarding so called A2 milk derived from Indian cow (Gir cow)? Are there any studies done to know A2 milk efficacy. Is A2 milk allowed in autoimmune diseses management?😊 Can you please give yo

[@NN57143]

Bless you, Dr. and Mary MmcDougall, for your brilliance and for your courage to withstand the slings and arrows of a corrupt system for all of these years. Bless you AJ for being so committed and for being such a light. You are heroes!

[@phil2785]

John ... how do manage exercise ... I am so pleased if found you ... I think we need some Polos and or t-shirts ...with ...............Its the Food with your web under ...be proud to were it ... Cheers Phil

[@lisengel2498]

Its a great lecture - everybody should know about the possibility - and so filled with the possibility of changing diet avoiding diary and meat - and you can expect to feel dramatically better 🎶🍀🎵💚🙏

[@angelsoulvegan]

Thank you Dr. McDougall and Mary for all your hard work and helping us to be healthier! Yes go low fat vegan diet and standing up for animals, keep going!

[@ericskinner7355]

Doctors that promote paleo, keto, and carnivore diets and testimonials from people who are on them also claim to reverse autoimmune conditions as well. I'm looking for answers without having to go through a bunch of self experimentation to get healthy. I don't know what to believe anymore. Thanks You Tube....😔

[@lululove6175]

🥩 ❤

[@davidbrown9858]

My Auto immune disease s as a result of allopathic medicine. Born in a British NHS hospital at birth the took me away from my Mother for 36 hours the bond between mother and child was broken I did not have a good relationship with my mother after that. Penicillin and antibiotics destroyed my Gut lining. No probiotics offered to rebalance the Gut. Because my parents were always angry and would not let me speak I got a sore throat and the dr cut my tonsils and adenoids destroying my endocrine system. The vaccines confused my sexual orientation. Suffering with bad eye sight I took off my 6+ lenses and glasses 2 years ago. Slowly but surely my eyesight improved. Now it’s only natural medicine for me acupuncture magic mushrooms and cannabis 6 eggs a day and a pint of cream. When the war comes the Doctors will realize they will be targeted for selling fake oligarch Jew medicine and destroying the health of the population of the west.

[@jeremymetcalf-j4c]

I've been dealing with skin lesions since I was about 11-12. Nothing helps. I've never stuck with this way of eating long enough for it to matter. I'm on my third week now. I'm tired of feeling disoriented all the time. I sit down for no more than an hour and my butt, head, and eyes go numb, I have hair loss, skin lesions on my face, chest, and shoulders. I also have horrible acne on my back and shoulders. My depression is worst than ever. I have all but given up on life. Can't keep a job because of my anxiety. My last chance, nothing else left.

[@ozzyoz5210]

I love you all for putting this information out to the public!

[@notadonna5983]

Not sure after doing some reading if Dr. M has all the answers. Why did he suffer such horrible bone fractures after falling while walking? Some suggest that since his diet is low in protein that his bones were, therefore, weak. Hmmm....

[@sailorgirl7698]

I really enjoyed this session. I want to say that not taking sides with politics I'm able to share with all my friends.

[@sheliastreet4467]

You don't need to dye your hair. I'm already impressed with the both of you.

[@christinadennis1223]

Yes! Come back Dr McDougall this is so interesting 👌

[@calengr1]

2hr "all AI diseases are connected....manifestations vary in different organs, joints, cells but the same source..."; 2:02:35 millet is an underused grain; 2:23:25 Japanese no menopausal symptoms; 2:38:55 amazon -sourced jackfruit has much salt; 2:42:50 -2:44m can one get off the thyroid medcine?; 2:45:28 thyroid brand

[@mayaamay4615]

We miss you 💔. Such a dedication and beautiful soul

[@pantameowmeow.s.1149]

Stones in Millet - you have to pick them out. As are also on dried beans packages - clean them means pick through it. Pour the milltet on a plate. Most products packaged in the USA are very clean. I used to buy brown chick peas from India or Pakistan - I'd always find stones. I was at times lazy, bit on a large stone - luckily I didn't break a tooth.

[@psnat7198]

toor dhal /thuvar dhal (think it's called pigeon peas/lentils) seems to be easiest on digestion (soaked atleast 30 mins) cooked with some spices like little ginger garlic cumin seeds fennel seeds etc seem to help with Indigestion. Also taking it while sun is still there, is easier for digestion. Anoher easy lentils is mung bean lentils. (The red tiny lentils though easy to cook can be problematic for some).

[@ronber]

Is he saying not to eat wheat, barley and rye?

[@johngaspar4425]

prove that by putting in a time stamp where you heard it.

[@judyshepherd5477]

I think I recall him saying to avoid if you are celiac, or proven gluten sensitive.

[@ronber]

@@johngaspar4425 Nothing to prove. It was a question.

[@the21program10]

@@johngaspar4425 no only if you have autoimmune issues like i do .I don’t really miss them .

[@melindaroop1346]

If you have an autoimmune disease, they are bad for you....particularly, of course, celiac.

[@MalikaIC]

Dr Mcdougall how do i deal with polychythemia Vera after 6 years of hydrea capsules and blood thinners? I am more then greatfull for respons..🙌 🙏

[@calengr1]

43:28 - ~ 44m interview with Swank; ~44m arthritis, 46m 2014 the Society changed its pitch; 47:55 Lancet study and why one should take symptoms seriously; 49:30 RA...perhaps unknown pre 1800, perhaps none in Africa pre 1957; 53:08 expect some improvement after 4-7 days; 53:44 lupus; 55:22 Crohn's disease; 55:55 schizaphrenia; 57:25 cow's milk and kidneys; 77:20 if Auto-Imm disease then one is more susceptible to other diseases

[@sarahmh3971]

How can I enroll in the McDougall program and work with Dr. Lem(?)?

[@dianekrstulovich1582]

You are brilliant! Taking a brief pause :)

[@dpankey100]

Thanks so much for this valuable information!

[@TomeRodrigo]

Could you please also collaborate with Gabor Mate and talk about how the psychology of the human brain and childhood trauma can cause any form of the disease and autoimmune disease, no matter what person eats? You are completely ignoring that fact and you talk like food heals everything which is absolute nonsense! Food can heal loads of things when psychology is right and sound! If the person is completely misplaced in life and deeply depressed, suppressed, codependent, extreme people pleaser..etc, any nasty diseases can appear, even if the person is vegan or whatever else. Gabor Mate has an excellent book about it and it is called "When the body says no" or there is also a video about it here on youtube.

[@staceystrukel1917]

Isn't that pretty simple that the person needs to start a spiritual practice and practice forgiveness and work on healing and no longer playing the victim? Own your power.

[@TomeRodrigo]

@@staceystrukel1917 Childhood trauma is never pretty simple. You own your power only when your subconscious processes/programming come to your consciousness and suddenly you can make some decisions about it.

[@74griffo]

Look up Dr Lisle. He works with Dr McDougall and talks about that.

[@robynhope219]

Take a close look: he is beginning to go down the hill😮

[@lauraolson5444]

Curious what Dr M would say to Dr Goldner (Brooke) and her raw way to address the disease for 6 weeks before adding cooked for maintenance. Using flax and cruciferous greens.

[@marialuise9063]

He mentions no flax oil when he is talking about no oils

[@Shakashack2022]

Aloha Dr McDougall. Your presentation makes sense! All of the positive testimonials below are wonderful to read.❓Why does the carnivore diet (for some, 5 years straight) &/or keto diet that include red meats have similar achievements? People of all ages, incl doctors who also are on a mission to decrease big pharma corruption, are listing their positive results from these meat & dairy diets! Is it possible that our bodies can benefit from either animal proteins or plant based proteins, depending on the individual body’s design? Mahalo.

[@Gypsygirl9]

I wonder the same. It getsbreally confusing when you have respected, brilliant doctors saying the opposite about how to eat. 😢

[@Shakashack2022]

@@Gypsygirl9 No answer from either doctor or channel host? 🤷🏼‍♀️ I personally see benefits of both animal & plant-based proteins; I guess it matters where/how the proteins & vegetables were grown.

[@Bluegrassman12]

Thanks chef AJ and dr

[@stargazer5073]

Dr. please share all you can!

[@DigBawggy]

If Captain Picard was a health specialist....

[@mariavillarreal2031]

Interesting lecture and I agree with almost 100% of what he said. I went to his website and the diet contains whole wheat items, I am a bit confused due to the fact that his lecture said to eliminate wheat, barley and rye???

[@74griffo]

Only for people that have issues. He said most people don’t have issues with it.

[@undergrace1808]

Your skin looks wonderful AJ. And I’m glad you mentioned you still have this hypothyroidism although u switched to a plant based diet. Thank you. I can relate, I been on a strict healthy Whole Foods plant based diet, no oil for 8 years, after my cancer diagnosis, and I still suffer from arthritis.

[@lf7065]

Do you consume any nightshades?

[@lululove6175]

Eat meat

[@wandamckinney5883]

I love to listen to Dr McDougall I learn sooooó much he is so intelligent. I'm WFPB and I love it.

[@tonimcdaniel9110]

What does that wfbb stand for.

[@casimirogomez6119]

I love dr. Mcdougall.

[@dianegkika8411]

Wonderful as usual

[@susannaball]

Is Parkinson’s disease an auto immune disease???

[@letiziabratta2677]

Thank you. You are a blessing to humanity.

[@mirlametcalfe9627]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much Dr. McDougall

[@mamtajaya6457]

You can buy jackfruit from Indian store. It comes frozen from the islands. I buy whole from Asian store and chop my own. It’s much cheaper and delicious ❤

[@Gypsygirl9]

What is that good for?

[@mamtajaya6457]

Jackfruit has meat texture for people who eat Whole Foods diet. It can be cooked in various ways

[@mamtajaya6457]

@@Gypsygirl9 It has meat texture and good for people who are on whole food diet

[@angelmd43]

My body makes too many blood cells now. Is it because of the food I ate all my life? I am 57 now. So, now I eat more starches, veggies and fruits. My energy has gone up even though I am on a oral chemotherapy. Thanks Doc! God bless you!!

[@Hello007World007]

Ok but I am vegan and have been vegan for 10 years and I have hashimotos! WFPB! So what now!

[@claresmith9261]

Maybe consider water fasting...

[@Daren_PNW]

need more details, such as your medical history, pre-existing conditions, etc. that can help create a new plan.

[@TomeRodrigo]

These people just talk about a diet like it heals everything. ABSOLUTE NONSENSE! Study Gabor Mate and his book or video "When the body says no" about how the trauma affects people and their autoimmune diseases. Psychology has at least 50 percent role in autoimmune diseases and then also diet. If you are misplaced and unhappy in life because of some childhood trauma and psychological suppression then autoimmune disease can show up in life, no matter what you eat. I am so surprised that these people never mention it.

[@eddy5380]

Low fat is the key. WFPB doesn’t mean low fat Eating avocado and seeds = high fat

[@claresmith9261]

@@TomeRodrigo I understand Completely what you’re saying, childhood trauma, stress, low self esteem etc are crucial for health and well being but as sure as night follows day once you become at home in yourself and body with compassion n love ❤️ you start to love eating foods that nourish it ...., that’s why sadly very few people eat like this I do think 🤔 our bodies won’t heal fully without correct diet

[@v_a_n_e]

It would have been interesting to hear your opinion that goes completely against what you said regarding thyroid and eating animal products, since an alternative to thyroid medicine, is to eat thyroid hormone from pigs. Yuck! 🤢

[@abideenturky]

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[@v_a_n_e]

@@themcdougallprogram Thank you, will look into that! But still, would have been interesting to hear his thoughts on this.

[@mscardenas4451]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ every word: we need it

[@guitrs8]

Does anyone know of a convenient, ready-made pizza crust? Unfortunately, the one that Mary held up contains canola oil. I can't have any oil due to a previous heart issue. Thank you!!

[@Veerow2005]

PlantStrong Foods makes one

[@genevieve-gh3lp]

Canola oil is so bad for us I’m super surprised the mcdougals would support this.

[@DeborahMichaud-m5q]

Only began this woe last month, I'm 73 and feel amazing, can't get over the boundless energy I am experiencing, I am so happy the lectures are there for reference, I love learning the first couple weeks I was not 100% compliant, but I am committed now and can''t wait to see what other positive things happen.

[@anilkumar-sp3zw]

Great soul ever in the world 🌺🙏