Overcoming Rheumatoid Arthritis With Diet | Dr. Monica Aggarwal

One morning, cardiologist Monica Aggarwal, MD, found herself on the floor and unable to move. Her joints had grown so inflamed and stiff that she felt nearly paralyzed. Soon after, a doctor diagnosed her with rheumatoid arthritis and said that she needed to get used to the idea of living in pain.
On this episode of The Exam Room™ podcast, “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll is joined by Dr. Aggarwal who shares her inspirational journey back to health with the help of a plant-based diet.
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[@debbieottman4207]

My daughter was diagnosed with RA at age 4. She spent her childhood taking a cocktail of drugs daily. At about age 21 she began eating an organic, WFPB diet, also staying away from soy based products. She is now 29 and has been drug free for 6-7 years. She lives a full life including daily 5k runs. If she does get a sore spot she can pinpoint exactly what she has eaten to create the soreness. I am so proud of and happy for her. Sadly, her rheumatologist who she no longer sees, has no interest in learning about her drug free, pain free, active lifestyle. I am elated to see that slowly but surely, a community of medical doctors is coming together to get the word out. MANY THANKS TO ALL THESE DOCS!!!

[@tarabahadurthapa9713]

so just diet helped you to be in remission ?

[@anulama5300]

@@bibekdahal9358 Buddy you need to completely stop snacks,milk products and eat more veggies. I too have been diagnosed with RA this month .

[@bharatvarsha7]

@@anulama5300 hi anu, can you tell me what were your early symptoms? and how are you managing now?

[@anulama5300]

@@bharatvarsha7 Sure, it started with pain in my knees,stiff jaw (I thought my wisdom teeth was about to erupt but that wasn't the case )occasionally and finger swell up from 2020 and I thought it was due to uric acid so I stopped taking pickles and lentils. It was all gone and 5months back I woke up with pain in my left shoulder and I couldn't move it at all and it was gone in 2-3days. Then, the very next week the pain reoccured in 3rd week the pain shifted to right shoulder.And 10days later I couldn't walk due to pain in my legs. I couldn't visit doctor due to lockdown. After 2months of that,I started having pain in my sole and sometimes in my wrist so bad that I thought it was carpal tunnel syndrome. Then few weeks later I felt like my feets were swollen and it felt like walking on pieces of glass along with stiff knee joints with severe pain that I couldn't flex or extend my knees, the pain gradually shifted in other areas like ankle,knee,phalanges,shoulder,neck,groin . I went to doctor and my ESR was 28 and anti CCP >500 according to doctor you don't need to have diet restrictions. I'm on medication from last 2weeks. Medicine really didn't help but if you're in pain tab nucoxia 90mg is helpful in easing pain. I stopped eating eggs,meat,fried foods,apples,banana,fermented food,biscuit,noodles and gluten product as I noticed those food flared up inflammation and swelling. My pain is almost gone now. Still trying to figure out foods that I can eat. Are you having the same problem?

[@bharatvarsha7]

@@anulama5300 thanks Anu for replying. My ESR, CCP is still showing non-reactive, but i have this occasional pain in knee every 3-4days in early morning but goes away within a 5min after i rub.This is happening since 2month. So i am worried. I thought apples, bananas are good. Also, i started eating only vegetables and lots of fruits since then with soups. I also ordered Moringa Leaves, i heard stories this leaf powder alone can keep all pain and inflammation away as long as you take one teaspoon everyday. Please order it right away. There is recent research activities going on Moringa leaves both in India and West and all showed that it removes inflammation as long as you keep eating it. I read few of those research journals and the result are encouraging.

[@christinemarie6976]

So funny that people always say, "I was eating too much dairy..." I was eating ZERO dairy when I was stricken with RA. My problem is peanut butter and tomato soup, believe it or not. I have since started consuming more dairy in the form of kefir, yogurt and whole cream for my coffee. I now shun all polyunsaturated vegetable oils, and I am doing so much better. It's really nice to be able to use a can opener, clip my nails, write with a pen and hold my dog's leash again. Not to mention turn a doorknob....

[@jaswaby1231]

Just goes to show you that dietary triggers are different for everyone. Turmeric believe it or not is a trigger for me. Good luck on your healing journey!

[@JoJo-xz6fw]

Wow, I have recently been eating peanut butter and have seen a flare up in my RA.

[@novelist99]

I think the people who have flare ups due to dairy are people like me who have a milk allergy. I believe it causes an inflammatory immune reaction, which attacks the joints.

[@veldageorge3554]

When you've felt the pain of rheumatoid arthritis, you know and understand what she's saying. That pain moves from uncomfortable to excruciating. I feel deeply for her.

[@dhammapali]

In 1997 I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.Went through all the medicine ....methotrexate to end up with embrel. In 2005 I started to change my diet by eliminating sugars, using gluten free, organic produce but what really really made the difference was eliminating all milk product! I am out of medicine since 11 years! Mainly is to be close of nature using fresh veggies and eliminating processed food.

[@108Asmita]

Thanks for your kind information. God bless you.🙏👍👌

[@MonicaLaudat]

When you say Milk products does that include almond milk?

[@lina-7998]

@@MonicaLaudat I think they mean dairy, from animals

[@g0thica]

Why dairy? Isn’t milk good for the bones

[@silence1869]

It is probably due to immune triggers and damage to the gut lining due to dairy products.@@g0thica

[@jermainamburayan580]

My routine each day is 1. WALKING 30 mins or longer each day. Initially it was painful and i did grounding . 2. JUICING regimen fresh vegetables or fruits with lemon juice and honey, soy protein and moringa powder and downed with curcumin. 3. BREAKFAST : whole grain bread with tuna fish spread and alfalfa sprouts, or crunchy peanut butter with banana topping and caffeine less coffee. And off to work. 4. In between drink lemon juice again or have a bit of oats with soy milk. 5. Lunch: Rice , lots of vegetable/salads and a little piece of chicken/fish and drink warm water with my probiotics and folic acid., Vegetable soup 6.POWER nap 7.Tea time: will be crackers , biscuits no sugar and green tea or any other tea. In between i drink lots of warm water to hydrate myself 8. Dinner: Bread again with vegetable and whatever left over from lunch. Spend time with my children. 9.Night cap DRINK WILL BE COLOSTRUM MILK WITH ALFALFA TABLETS . Once in a while , i indulge myself. like once a month. AFTER 4 MONTHS, my psoriasis is less, no more joint pains except for the fingers which strength is coming back again and able to work and do household chores again. My voice is back and the redness in eyes are less. I can drive now. What happened to me was that i became more prayerful, learnt to appreciate life, blamed less, started thinking positive that i can live a normal life again. I can do squats again and a bit of yoga as well. I take B12 supplements as IT really helps with stress and nerves. never mind what the medical report says, Jesus is my Healer. My story is long but i Hope it helps someone especially on the diet, and make sure you go to toilet everyday. Don't forget to bless your food and pray daily and read the Bible. God Bless You.

[@funnymovements8084]

B12

[@funnymovements8084]

How consume it

[@jermainamburayan580]

@@funnymovements8084 tablet after meal.

[@funnymovements8084]

Daily how many

[@danagovil1469]

Thanks for sharing

[@CREOLE_]

I was diagnosed with RA at the age of 16 yrs, now I am 24. I have been searching for a way to be healed and now I have found the answer: Diet. Watching this video just gave me hope. Thanks

[@normalopez7543]

Check out Dr Brooke Goldner she has helped me tremendously with my RA journey of 22 years

[@Screenplaywriter]

Also see a periodontist for a good dental cleaning. A good percentage of researchers think it caused by bacteria. Food changes microbiome, but get rid of any bad mouth bugs directly and take lactobaccillus casei, vitamin D, boswellia

[@miryreina925]

Yes. DIET IS KEY. Amp your greens. Do green smoothies and be generous on the kale or spinach. Also, movement. Don't be afraid to move, stretch. Yoga will do wonders on the body and soul. I, like you, started with joint pain at the age of 16. Diagnosis came when I was 21, as my parents thought I had growing pains 🙄🙏. Wishing a happy life and healing for you.

[@cadw2784]

I was also diagnosed at age 16, & for years my parents also though I just had growing pains.

[@lovethatdragon2984]

I have been recently diagnosed with RA. In my case, there is a genetic component since my mother had it too. It primarily affects my hands and feet. The rheumatologist explained all the different medications and after I did a bit of research, I did not want to go that route. I've been vegan for several years already, so I decided to explore what I could do without medication. I cut out oils, most sugars, processed vegan food, and only drink water or tea. I take a few supplements: B-12 once a week, omega 3/6, vitamin D, and an ACV/turmeric/ginger combo once a day. I know there is no cure, but I feel like I'm in a place where I can manage my symptoms. I really appreciate Dr. Aggarwal for sharing her incredible story. Such a strong and inspiring woman.

[@lebreab114]

Same here! They put me on so many meds, including Tramadol, but I decided I need to find a different way. Turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, low fat, whole food plant based, and I’ve been fine for 7 years now 😊

[@ludicrousone8706]

Check out Dr Brooke Goldner. She treats autoimmune diseases with huge amount of green smoothies.

[@gracegwozdz8185]

RA is as genetic/hereditary as is going to McDonald's.

[@gracegwozdz8185]

Who said that three is no cure? That doc who knows didly squat about health? Hmm.....

[@lindagibson744]

@@gracegwozdz8185 they onlt believe that a person is in remission. My mom must have been in remission for 30 plus years after her initial diagnosis. When she died she still did not have arthritis. In my view she was healed by the Almighty, she did a change in diet and had gone on a water fast.

[@darrenandkam]

This lady is just so genuine, you can tell she is a beautiful person inside and out. I pray the the creator continue to bless her and her family.

[@arlossyl2028]

I thought the same thing

[@TomeRodrigo]

Your creator should finally feed the children in third world countries who are dying in pain very skinny, innocent, is your creator ignorant or he only selects certain people he helps?? Religion is absurd nonsense.

[@dudleyhardial2273]

Such an inspirational person. I must admit to becoming over emotional towards the end of this webcast. For a curmudgeonly old man, this is an unusual feeling for me. As someone with RA, this has given me inspiration that maybe one day I can wake up without pain and maybe have a normal life again. Thank you Dr Monica for giving me hope.

[@glendawhite2027]

Thank you Dr. Monica, for your testimony. I'm 66 years old suffering from RA for over 20 years. 3 weeks ago I visited a young nutritionist who is helping me change my diet. I'm a big woman, tall and obese. This is so encouraging for me. Thank you very much.

[@marama49cabrera57]

God bless you All 🙏🏽

[@jessie9653]

I was diagnosed with RA 8 years ago, never took any of the meds the doctors wanted me to take. I started intermittent fasting, now I do OMAD only eating 1 meal a day. I take Bioastin Astaxanthin12 mg and vitamin d3 5,000 iu. I feel soooo much better, my body feels like a kid again

[@karenkatmom3635]

@@jessie9653 Thank you for sharing what works, for you!!

[@g0thica]

@@jessie9653how do you keep weight ? I’m 23 and 92.2 pounds my grandma had this and was TINY 😢 I don’t wanna be so sick and tiny like her how do I gain weight with this disease. I want babies I want to get a career, I wanna go to school, I feel so defeated

[@lisaschmitt8946]

Omg! I had similar experience. I had twin preemies and who stayed in the hospital for 10 weeks and my body was in pain. My feet hurt just like she said walking on shattered glass. Bought so many difficult shoes, went to so many doctors and no help. I finally stopped meat, dairy,oil,alcohol and the pain disappeared.

[@gf4353]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I thought that I was the only one that knew that. !!!!!

[@lisaschmitt8946]

@@gf4353 😊

[@funnymovements8084]

Wich diet u follow info pls

[@judithcressey1682]

Go carnivore

[@CarmenRodriguez-ze2xg]

It happened to me after reaching menopause and after a period of tremendous stress...It was very hard. I was not even able to open the door of the house because of the pain in my hands. You are scared to discover that you may not be able to fend for yourself. Now I am studying and learning about other alternative medicines and diet to heal.

[@jermainamburayan580]

Carmen Rodrigues, the same thing happened to me. Tremendous stress , working and raising kids and doing just about everything . Read my story .my name is jermain amburayan. God Bless You.

[@shilpathakor4262]

Hi I am suffering from rhaumatoid arthritis for 35 years and yesterday I changed my diet hopping to recover. Your experience is really encouraging.

[@sangeeta963]

Go to an ayurvedic dr too..u will be cured

[@rosisfree6767]

Rally?

[@hippiechicksmomma2727]

What is your systoms can u shaare and how do they diahnos it

[@nirbhaunirvair5590]

Please go to Dr brooke goldner's channel Goodbye Lupus. She has cured her autoimmune disease with plant based diet, specially green smoothies. She has helped millions of people get cured from rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

[@vandanasharma6961]

Hey pls drink celery juice 16-32 oz empty stomach every day it does wonders with reduced pains to no pains

[@yadimartin6285]

I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis my doctor gave me 91 pills and I took the first medication then I stopped. What help me with rheumatoid arthritis is cooking my food at home fresh . My day starts with vitamin D early in the morning then I blend papaya fruit with pineapple yes that smoothie is a miracle and drink that. And I used fresh fruit people. My prescribed me 91 pills a week and now I’m only taking 1 a day I been like this for 4 months and he recently prescribed me a different drug that I haven’t pick up yet . That affects my vision. Now after watching this show I’m goin to be adding somethings to my diet . Cooked your food at home make it fresh you’ll see the difference also push your self to get up don’t get depressed wake up praying and the. Play your favorite music moveeee yes even if you have to push your self don’t stressed that’s one of the worst thing you can do..

[@undergrace1808]

I do all this, although I don’t make that smoothies everyday, and it’s getting worse. I’ve been plant based Whole Foods for 6 years...So frustrating.

[@fractalpilgrim1035]

Amazing woman and story. Kudos to the interviewer for allowing her to tell her story as well as showing considerable empathy.

[@stinareed7622]

And having great questions!!!

[@noornoornoor23]

I am a psychotherapist here and I appreciate and applaud Chuck for the kind of empathy and sensitivity he possesses and skillfully utilises when needed. Great interview.

[@nancychan2159]

Chuck has shown such amazing respect for his guest speaker, Dr Monica. He encouraged Dr Monica & allows her such space to share from the heart. Kudos to Chuck👍👏🏻

[@lalala4391]

I can relate to her story and how it all started so much .. this was very emotional and well done you For not giving up! I have a rheumatologist that is the same : doesn’t take in consideration anything I say about lifestyle and diet , doesn’t care that arthritis almost disappears when I eat differently and keep stress free as well as exercising, tells me that I will be on meds for life and I just have to accept it! The last Dr that has spoken to me like this was the one that stated that me having over 70% of vitiligo in my body will stay that way or get worse when I was a kid! Plot twist: my melanin started shooting out in every patch on my body and within a year of that talk I had since had only 5-10% of my body with vitiligo ! So with all the respect to those physicians don’t take their word as the last word ! You know yourself and you body! You need to experiment with it and care for it ; most of them will never do because you are just another patient to them! Being strict on diet, doing IF , loosing some weight and keeping active and stress free has made my Rheumatoid arthritis inflammation and aches go from and 8 to a 2/3!! I see it as a phase of life that Will soon be history for me , God is good and your body is your temple !

[@thandiwemusonda8555]

This is powerful. Am inspired

[@108Asmita]

I agree to every word you say.thanks for the inspiration. God bless you and your family.🙏👍

[@RAandMyself]

Thank you for making this video! Really appreciate hearing from a provider with a medical background who can speak on behalf of the arthritis experience. New subscriber!

[@tracyhallsworth469]

I felt like you were explaining MY exact life. Symptoms, physical and mental feelings and medication. Thank you

[@ruthbiafora5443]

Thank you for such an open, honest, RAW, deep interview by a wonderful doctor that has experienced both sides.

[@jakyuuy]

One of the best interviews I have ever heard. Nothing like hearing from someone intelligent and a caring mother who’s been thru this devastating disease and finally overcame it. It gives me hope. Bless her for sharing her journey.

[@missy3240]

That was inspiring! Thanks for getting her rundown of what she eats in a day too, it is always so interesting.

[@nancychan2159]

Truly appreciate such amazing sharing by Dr Monica. Even amazing patience & understanding shown by the host, Chuck

[@lindagibson744]

Praise the Lord for your healing. I am on Prednisone and I asked my physician to reduce the amount I am on by half and he complied, I am so grateful for that.

[@lindavestal8139]

Although ALL of the interviews are exceptional, this one with Dr. Aggarwal is so riveting, I will be listening to her story again and again and will definitely purchase her book. Thank you for this program! So grateful.

[@bque9444]

Thank you for our story. Nutrition is key to health. More doctors need to be trained in it.

[@chiyerano]

Learned a lot from this interview. Thank you.

[@AngelicaRodriguez-ds4xp]

Amazing woman. Thanks for sharing her story, an incredible journey of strength and an inspiration for the rest of us humans ! Congratulations Dr.you are incredible ! Out of this world !

[@harshedkothari6893]

Very valuable information. Chuck you did a great job in asking relevant questions and Dr Aggarwal gave to the point precise answers. 👍👍

[@MsPeaceandLove11]

This is sooooo inspiring! Most Rheumatologist don't know what the pain feels like. Thank you for sharing your journey! I am buying all your books! I thank God for your life.

[@marvelousmarven7248]

Wow!! Wow!! I love this thank you, I was just scrolling through and saw it, and because I'm a RA patient I had to watch, because I feel so alone in this , I don't know anyone who has it where I could share experiences , so I'm always looking for videos or reads to help me to learn and understand more of what's happening to me, I suffered for years not knowing what was happening to me and doctors wasn't helping , they even told when they got fed that it's in my head and recommend I see a psychiatrist,I was diagnose when my son was about 2yrs old , he's 11 now and I'm on the methotrexate, meloxicam, caltrate & folic ,my stomach is a mess now and is like my whole system is failing, so much to say but... Really glad I saw this and coming from a doc is a plus, taking notes for my next appointment.🙏

[@reillybab1]

What an inspiration Dr.Monica!!! Thank You For Sharing This Incredible Journey You Have Been On!!I Learned So Much !!💕💕💕💕💕🙏

[@noelia2219]

I had something very similar happen to me after i had my third baby. Only that as well as the debilitating join pain i also had a burning rash all over my body and really bad conjuntivitis. Doctors kept giving me anti-allergy pills and injections. My body was in total chaos attacking itself. Thankfully steroids got rid of most of it but now 10 years later i still have some residual pains specially when i’m tired and stressed. Thank you so much for this interview.

[@irisrivas-nieves9511]

Such a remarkable story! Thanks for sharing. So happy that she’s doing better.

[@carolwong9279]

OMG what a testimony! I feel so emotional just listening to Dr. Aggarwal. Thanks for sharing

[@alainajane23]

I appreciated her comments on miscarriages. My ob was also so rude after two back to back miscarriages. I left that practice afterward and never went back to her.

[@edrabogucki401]

I have a friend who had multiple miscarriages, and changed ob’s each time. She asked me if I could give her a recommendation on who to go to next time. I asked the nurses where I worked (an RN and 2 LVNs). Each gave me a name or two, and added that if any of her previous ob’s was more understanding than the others, going to that one would be better than trying another new one. That worked! Have a doctor who listens to you.

[@alainajane23]

@@edrabogucki401 thanks for your comments. I ended up switching to a midwife practice, and they were great.

[@SuperFoodParents]

SO very inspirational in that we can heal ourselves with food. Whole food is a favorite pasttime of mine for this reason🥕🥜🥬

[@louisetaylor283]

OMG Dr. Monica, what a fighter, what a survivor. She is an inspiration to all women.

[@healthandbeauty9457]

Inspiration to men also

[@gurmailkaur3975]

Sure she is an inspiration for all women who suffered from this disease like arthritis in their menopause.

[@lynettedube5299]

I can relate to all this beautiful woman speak about on her RA.I have been battling RA for over 20 years with all the meds and the side effects.I have finally started to realise that diet is the key to better health and i have been using some of the things she use and now my pain is much less thank for confirming for me all the things you said.I do share your feelings.

[@beretavui2560]

@@healthandbeauty9457 mm

[@kman5768]

To all people, not only to women.

[@n.leticiatrevino7823]

You are a very intelligent, beautiful honest woman. Thank you for sharing, many of us need help. Bless you.

[@maureenmoran8998]

“Body of Fire” is the most fitting name that only a doctor who had experienced RA could come up with. Thank you for sharing your story; I too went into remission after going plant based. It didn’t happen immediately but it did. It’s been two years and feel I have a new lease on life.

[@kate60]

Good for you

[@reylotsofrancis5404]

Did you also go to a rheumatologist and took medicine or did you only change your diet? Please answer

[@lisacurtis8162]

The oxalates don't bother you? What kind of diet?

[@butterflyb7066]

Can you please share what you eat in a day

[@ranieosman8569]

You surely asked all the right questions n it surely was an eye opener for me too..thank you Chuck

[@ashsharma3169]

An amazing and very inspirational story! A remarkable person, Dr. Aggarwal! Kudos to her!

[@RiDankulous]

Thanks for the interview of this inspiring story. In the future I may try some running again. I have a good progression of exercises to build some resilience and work up to a good, fast pace.

[@subodhsingh9533]

Sincerity and integrity is emanating from every word of the doctor .Dr Monica ,if I am not wrong,I have seen you in programme of Dr k.k.agarwal.A lot of affection and good wishes for your onward journey.

[@irinapopescu7328]

I have RA for almost 13 years now and I had huuge improvements when I switched to whole food plant based diet around 4 years ago. I also gradually reduced my medication and am off Methotrexate, Prednison and Plaquenil now. I looved the interview. Wonderful person and so inspiring! Thank you!! ❤️

[@patriciacalvete590]

That's great news! I have been advised to take plaquenil but am trying diet for 2 months now with not much success. What did you eat and how long did it take for you to feel better? Are you on any medication now?

[@irinapopescu7328]

@@patriciacalvete590 I started with Clint Paddisson's program for reumatoid arthritis. You can google him. And then, remained mostly plant based. I am on Sulfasalazine now, which is a much lighter medicine compared to the "cocktail" I used to have.

[@tracir3072]

I am very interested to hear how you weaned off the plaquinel? I have been wondering how to do it? Love to hear your thoughts!

[@geekzgalore1]

Check out Dr. Brooke Goldner

[@leenacoelho6172]

How long after switching to plant based diet did you begin to see results

[@isaacalexis9362]

Dr. Aggarwal - you Rock!!!! My mom has RA I’m going to incorporate this for her. I’m a Physician too. Great job. You have a Wonderful spirit and family! Isaac Alexis M.D.

[@nancys2839]

Thanks so much for sharing! Truly inspiring for all that won't give up trying to heal ourselves naturally. Doctor heal thyself literally!

[@chadhaugen2933]

Great interview! The way you tell your story is very down to earth and can relate to so many.

[@flash-gz1hu]

I appreciate how much the doctor shared of her difficult journey. Very generous

[@Equinox1.5]

And very honest

[@joycejohnson7974]

Goes to show, doctors are just learners, and many make bad decisions and many patients do suffer consequencially

[@helendelarosa3811]

I really appreciated this kind of video

[@shereens1463]

Awesome interview. I sent it to two of my friends. 🙏

[@silibazisos]

Thank you for sharing your testimony ❤️🙏🏽

[@NiranjanBendre]

10-12 years of extensive education, then 3 kids without breaks, lots of work related to kids (while it seems like there was not much help given from the husband or allowed from her maybe - just a judgment from what I heard of her daily schedule in the morning), and the constant high level of stress for years might have caused the autoimmune disease. Great, that she reversed it, started a clinic, and lived to write a book that can help lots of people!

[@debbietampasheher3682]

I appreciate her honesty

[@angeleanovella7]

This was great! Thank you.

[@keyshaross2665]

I started Intermittent Fasting and eating a plant based diet back 15th 2021 of February and it has changed my life. Losing weight was a side effect ,my health has improved and I didn't even have RA. The reason I'm even responding is my sweetheart does have RA and I'm trying to get him to change his eating habits. His nutritional health is my aim and I want him to be able to enjoy life and not think this is how it's going to be for the rest of his life ,I know he can improve his health with a better diet. His doctors do what most other doctors have done by saying take these medications and prepare to live this way until.......... I refuse to believe this because I know better ,and I know that there are nutritional factors that need to be address in his diet , I just need to get him to see and understand that these medications are only a temporary bandaid and not a way to heal the body.

[@jyotsnadesai8556]

Really remarkable lady ! I admire her strength and determination to fight with her problems and manage pregnancies and raising children not forgetting support of her husband! Best part of it is that she found the solution to adapt change in diet👏👏👏👍

[@Brancaalice]

If her husband was that supportive, why she had to work so hard with all task in her shoulder. At least he could walk the dog. Take the kids to school. Oh! no he is man he doen need to that.

[@riseyourvibration9669]

You did amazing Dr! You are a hero!

[@karenl7786]

This is such an amazing story and she is such an amazing person. As a mother who was blessed to be able to nurse all 3 of my children, it really hit me right where hurts when she described having to walk away from her crying child.

[@stinareed7622]

Couldn't agree more. Well put. The bond with a nursing child is sacred.

[@orthodox2645]

Amazing Mom Amazing doctor Amazing women I ever see !!! you are so so so blessed may GOD bless you and your family more!!!! AMEN

[@francesdemapan2740]

Truly an amazing and intelligent doctor, so humble , simple and determined to find her cure. I love to hear more on auto immune issues especially in hypothyroidism. Thank you.

[@parmiladevi427]

Yes, I would like to learn about this too

[@sangokipozi4611]

Incedible, dr. Monica! This interview has really and truely inspired me, since I too suffer from Rheumatoid Arithritis. As a mother, What I can say is you are a real example for us to follow. So patient and so persistant and so commited that you could acomplish such a tough mission, and Iam sure that your dear husband had alot to contribute too, like you said. Well, as anfellow woman, I must say Iam realy proud of you. Thankyou for the good lesson and please do keep on taking care of your good self. Bless you.

[@MariaHernandez-zr9uc]

You are a great interviewer, you listen gave the doctor sufficient time to speak without interuption.

[@mbwelton8756]

Thank you for this. I really appreciate how real Dr A was about her experience. It was heartbreaking but also very hopeful. Thanks again!

[@valerietomsic8454]

Yes, I nursed all 3 of my sons til they were 1 year old and all 3 natural births....well middle guy weaned himself at 10 months....he wanted to GO GO GO.....but when i heard her describe this, in my mind I was screaming "WHERE is husband????!!!! Someone HELP HER!" It was torture for me to listen to that part!

[@joyj.842]

Thank You so much for this interview. It's a blessing and refreshing to hear doctors come on here and tell us there is a healthy alternative. Our food is our true medicine.

[@jacquelinestanford1563]

She is so right.......change is hard but it’s better than the alternative 🙌🏽🙌🏽💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@SumanKumar-qy6lp]

Such an amazing insight and such a good interview thanks🙏

[@susandroger7382]

Thank you for your inspirational life experiance.I had very similar times in my life.We are what we eat...choose...and think.Thank you , you are one of a kind who realised nutrition...rest...forgiving yourself...releasing total control...most of all loving life...you can now share all the wisdom with the world.God bless you Doctor.🇬🇧♥️🇬🇧

[@joycejohnson7974]

Informative, I am finding myself in similar position at 65, I'll investigate my gut and also liver,kidneys, and pancreas. You have an excellent program here.

[@belkisszerres7722]

Great information from this Doctor.

[@veganlaw6599]

Thank you both so much. Informative.

[@sugarsnap1578]

What an inspiration she is amazing woman .

[@theresag6005]

I feel like she is talking about my life and timeline ( except I'm not a doctor) but I have 3 kids and by the time this started happening 37. I was getting divorced and all the symptoms I related to my stress or depression. But the coming and going of pain in random joints is so spot on. I should probably get checked for this. I'm now getting pain in my heart.

[@MariaLopez-hc2nm]

Tree r. YES. My brother had a pain in his back..and he didn't know..he was having a heart attack...

[@ratimathur4896]

Can totally relate to Dr Agrawal’s climbing stairs experience. My autoimmune journey started in early 30s after my first born and 22 years later RA stuck. I avoid Gluten along with everything else the Dr said. Hope to get off meds eventually. My rheumatologist is extremely supportive.

[@nobakwaas5161]

Thandi pattti lagao

[@krish6443]

@@nobakwaas5161 thandi pati ke fayde

[@ayushichaswal8922]

Hi, I just read your comment and thought that this video and this page might be able to help you. Satvic movement is the name of the KZbin channel and they are doing some great work. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2ickGyGiKd5r8k

[@chasgro]

Hope burns eternal!….Monica Aggarwsl & Chuck Carroll bring those w/RA to such a beautiful vantage point where they can choose the road less taken. Profound thanks

[@deveshmaniar4383]

Thank you so much specially for sharing your personal journey through the RA condition and healing self and complete remission. This will heal so many suffering from RA. Great doctor you are. I am going to tell my daughter to contact you soon, truly remarkable you are 🙏

[@anthonysherry4652]

Thank you so much for your candid interview and honesty. I suffer daily. I’m in so much pain and I’ve been praying for the solution to my problem. Thank you both.

[@yumnahaque9987]

Dear please try ginger,turmeric,& cinnamon tea it's really great for R.A Rheumatoid arthritis ❤

[@CJ_102]

Thank you Dr. Monica Aggarwal for your story. I work with a lot of mums in a very high pressure and very corporate team and your phenomenal drive and personal experience has expanded my respect for "professional motherhood" even more than ever before. The modern working world can be so much better for mums (and parents generally tbh). Beyond the more obvious and direct lack of workplace support for mums there is another less obvious bias. That is that the partners of male employees in particular are grossly disrespected, ignored and insulted whenever male employees are denied any form of parental support or consideration. This simply assumes its the partners' place to provide all childcare and forces too much on mums only - when in fact dads could AND SHOULD be able to help more and "be there" more for their partner and their family.

[@undergrace1808]

It depends on the amount of time and/or money each spouse can contribute to raising the kids and/or earning money. Sometimes it makes more sense if one person is home raising the kids, and the other is making the money. If that the case, then the person making the money is not going to have too much time to help in the raising of the kids, especially they work a lot of hours.

[@StancyInTheCity]

It was heartbreaking to hear her hectic schedule from 4 AM to find late landing at the office at 8 AM. Crawling up the stairs being devastated at the foot of her child’s crib and her cries waking her husband up. Her husband was sleeping this whole time. Just wanted to note that.

[@tankgojet2468]

seeing a medical doctor to talk about overcoming RA ending with weaning off medication is really inspiring ! I have seen many doctor who are just interested in treating you with medication, but not healing you.

[@stephaniejudah363]

Great! I truly like what Dr.Monica Aggarwal have to said on nutrition, and the importance of a healthy body and mind. Great discussion.

[@valerietomsic8454]

Fabulous interview! THANK YOU....I looked up Dr. Fasano also and listened to some interviews with him also.

[@odettecampbell-morris9585]

This interview brought tears to my eyes. My daughter was diagnosed with RA from about 6 years, she is now 17years old. She was on methotrexate and folic acid. She has overlapping toes and one knee that hurts terribly, even while taking the meds. After doing her own research of the meds she refused to continue with the meds. She doesn't see the rheumatologist anymore. For weeks now she has been in so much pain especially her knee 😭. I have just started her on the moringa capsules. It is so hard just watching her being unable to help herself sometimes. I will be working on a diet change and pray for the best. This interview gave me some hope. 🙏

[@geekzgalore1]

Please get in touch with Dr. Brooke Goldner. Not taking meds can be very damaging to the joints.

[@108Asmita]

So sorry to hear this . Please also look into magnesium crystals for a good soak or oil to use after having a bath. Another oil it's called parvatrai oil it's available only in Dwarka. Plus amrut Pushpa its a concoction of ten herbs. Check Amrut Pushpa Dwarka on you tube you'll find lots of live testimonials. Hope she gets better soon and Good luck with your findings.🙏👍

[@ayushichaswal8922]

Hi, I just read your comment and thought that this video and this page might be able to help you. Satvic movement is the name of the KZbin channel and they are doing some great work. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2ickGyGiKd5r8k

[@savisub8409]

Last 15 years I have been a RA patient and from day one I am on Homeopathic medicines. The Doc is supportive and has helped me to manage without a visit to a Rheumatologist. Been a born vegetarian and turned a vegan last 5 years, I have not done much research on food I take. But I agree with Meghna and you need to take some safe medicine.Please do not ignore.

[@johnsonbag7538]

I hope she is still better but don't listen to random people who don't have any personal experience or stop medication yourself . Keep her on doctor advised medication ,keep trying alternative therapy & find out good diet for her. Diet is one of the major factor which make RA worse . Blood type diet & herbal plants helps a lot in reducing dependence on steroids . Don't do something weird and reach a position of no return. Reversing some damages is next to impossible & regret entire life .

[@drkmlakshmipathy]

Very serious story of a lady cardiologist and faced the multiple medicine troubles given for her RA..ultimately good balanced diet brought down all RA troubles...true story , learnt multiple lessons from this cardiologist ..thank you for such a emotional video about life troubles of lady cardiologist....lots of thanks from Chennai. 🙏

[@anithavaradarajulu177]

Thank you Dr Aggarwal,This has been an eye opener ...

[@kathhollandful]

Wow! What an inspiration! I have just been referred to Rheumatology for possible RA. I can only hope and pray that the doctors will be anywhere near as knowledgeable and understanding as this. I really wish her and her family well for the future. Thank you SO much.

[@ilianaali9956]

Hi. What were your symptoms and have you had a diagnosis? I’ve been experiencing joint pains in my fingers in the mornings/after naps for the past month now. GP has told me I’m too young to have RA (I’m 30). However, I feel my symptoms match RA.

[@geekzgalore1]

Please see another doctor if you can. I was 20 when I had my first flare up (was diagnosed later). Also check Dr. Brooke Goldner. Her protocol is also plant based but very dedicated to reducing inflammation and reversing diseases.

[@palakgupta-fb1zw]

@@geekzgalore1 Hey Meghna, I was also 20 when I had my first flare up. Right now I am 25 and have recently been diagnosed with seronegative ra. It has been a long journey and am currently unsure of how to proceed. It would be great if we could connect. Really want to talk to someone right now. Please let me know, thanks!

[@johnrichards3773]

Nice Guest. She has to teach other doctors about her experience

[@lindagibson744]

They are so unbelieving, perhaps that's why there is not much healing for their patients. It's because of their unbelief and the way they handle their patients there is not much wholeness.

[@wonderwomandiana6461]

Google you tube dr Eric berg...and dr Joseph Jacobs is a Pioneer in the invention of ASTR

[@maycoma]

Dr. John Bergman D.C. has excellent content on his KZbin channel regarding natural health options for healing diseases

[@lindapesnell5723]

❤️God Bless You Dr. Aggarwal Thank You for sharing❤️

[@gayleritter1199]

This was so great, maybe informative is a better word. So many things are governed by our food choices. I have cancer and really feel my diet governs my numbers. And fasting plays such a part in allowing our bodies to rest and recoup. Thank you for this.

[@m.vargas9875]

Thank you so much! I can’t wait to read your book. I am not as strong as you are (a triathlon???). But I will try, I do want to get out of meds.

[@zlattka1]

I was talking yesterday with my coach that I was thinking about stopping my medication (Methrotrexate) for rheumatoid arthritis and having a baby and I found you! Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It gave me idea how to wean off the meds. I am so grateful 💗

[@MultiMona101]

Are you able to get off?

[@sahelisahelipoouphjlgkyylb7294]

Can u give me the diet chart .

[@skye8082]

I have osteoarthritis in fingers and three days ago completely changed my diet. There wasn't much else I could think of to do. I'm not overweight and active already. I was already not a meat eater and don't drink soda or alcohol. I'm actually envious of those that can improve easily. So, I have to focus on diet. I'd love to hear more about the food she eats. I know it was talked about at the end but I'd really like to learn more. Thank you

[@bahamabarb]

Very interesting. Awesome interview. Thank you for sharing

[@lollyroopnarine3788]

Your are awesome thanks for sharing all your information this can be an inspiration to other people who are in that similar situation let god healing light be with you beautiful soul

[@georgannecollett8047]

really loved this one..it was so interesting

[@lucillefemine2339]

Wow. Great story. I may have RA and been vegan for quite a while but I can see i need to improve it. Very inspiring. What a powerful being.

[@shantelerussell1765]

Thank you so much I was diagnosed last week. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@selenad.365]

Wow, I am tearing up listening to her being unable to pick up and nurse her baby. 😢 OMG!

[@valerietomsic8454]

Yes, I nursed all 3 of my sons til they were 1 year old and all 3 natural births....well middle guy weaned himself at 10 months....he wanted to GO GO GO.....but when i heard her describe this, in my mind I was screaming "WHERE is husband????!!!! Someone HELP HER!" It was torture for me to listen to that part!

[@dollytan1729]

Yes,the flare ups can be so debilitating. I resonate with her with the ‘snap button’ bit,puncher grasp is such a challenge.

[@dollytan1729]

Pincher grasp

[@bhavnasoni711]

Great interview and good on Dr,Monica, she did excellent for her body. There is a will there is a way.Bravo.

[@zahraali7905]

I can relate to the miscarriage and RA issues. I appreciate ur story. Thanks for sharing ur experience and wisdoms

[@snezray2324]

Wow!!! Crazy life, you are a true inspiration of grit, resilience and courage. Kudos to all the mothers who are so beautiful on the inside especially. ❤