Guest guest Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Hi Brad: I was happy to read you are doing so well on this interesting diet. I am glad your stomach is also feeling so much better. I am interested in what your Rheumy says at your next appt., and I will be watching for your post about your lab. work too. Wishing you more good days, and glad you are feeling so good. So very happy for you. Hugs, Barbara --- In , Brad Berg <blueworld_of_fire@...> wrote: > > An update on the diet I've been doing to improve RA conditions: > > Though the diet is perhaps the most uninterestingly bland thing in the world, setting one to dream of skyscrapers of candybars, forests of broccoli and oceans of coffee - it is happily helping. For the past couple weeks, I've been eating beans (white, black, pinto, kidney, etc.) in quantities of 1/2 cup six times a day, as well as well-cooked carrots and celery, eggs, and plain hamburger. In addition to this, I've been drinking only 1/2 gallon of water every day - nothing else. Since doing this, I felt good from the second day of doing this and feel even better now. I haven't had to take any ibuprofen since the second day, which is wonderful news to my stomach. I can now slowly begin to introduce other foods, but must stay away from all forms of coffee, tea, and sweets. I can eat a piece a fruit now. Of course, I'm skittish to do many old foods. Somewhere the line would be crossed. But all processed food is out currently, and > I try for only organic food. I'm going to continue this and then see what the rheumy says with the bloodwork and MRIs. > > Though I'd pass this along... > > Brad > " I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief " Gerry Spence > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Thanks Brad and I'm glad you're feeling better. For the past several weeks I've been taking a tumeric supplement with curcurmin (sp?). I think there was some buzz that it may be a good antiinflammatory. Could be a coincidence, but I'm off pred for the first time in a long time. I defer to for the current literature, but I figured it couldn't hurt. ________________________________ From: Brad Berg <blueworld_of_fire@...> Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 12:06:13 PM Subject: [ ] The Bean Diet - Hurd An update on the diet I've been doing to improve RA conditions: Though the diet is perhaps the most uninterestingly bland thing in the world, setting one to dream of skyscrapers of candybars, forests of broccoli and oceans of coffee - it is happily helping. For the past couple weeks, I've been eating beans (white, black, pinto, kidney, etc.) in quantities of 1/2 cup six times a day, as well as well-cooked carrots and celery, eggs, and plain hamburger. In addition to this, I've been drinking only 1/2 gallon of water every day - nothing else. Since doing this, I felt good from the second day of doing this and feel even better now. I haven't had to take any ibuprofen since the second day, which is wonderful news to my stomach. I can now slowly begin to introduce other foods, but must stay away from all forms of coffee, tea, and sweets. I can eat a piece a fruit now. Of course, I'm skittish to do many old foods. Somewhere the line would be crossed. But all processed food is out currently, and I try for only organic food. I'm going to continue this and then see what the rheumy says with the bloodwork and MRIs. Though I'd pass this along... Brad " I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief " Gerry Spence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 very interesting. i think i might try it. From: Brad Berg <blueworld_of_fire@...> Subject: [ ] The Bean Diet - Hurd Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 10:06 AM An update on the diet I've been doing to improve RA conditions: Though the diet is perhaps the most uninterestingly bland thing in the world, setting one to dream of skyscrapers of candybars, forests of broccoli and oceans of coffee - it is happily helping. For the past couple weeks, I've been eating beans (white, black, pinto, kidney, etc.) in quantities of 1/2 cup six times a day, as well as well-cooked carrots and celery, eggs, and plain hamburger. In addition to this, I've been drinking only 1/2 gallon of water every day - nothing else. Since doing this, I felt good from the second day of doing this and feel even better now. I haven't had to take any ibuprofen since the second day, which is wonderful news to my stomach. I can now slowly begin to introduce other foods, but must stay away from all forms of coffee, tea, and sweets. I can eat a piece a fruit now. Of course, I'm skittish to do many old foods. Somewhere the line would be crossed. But all processed food is out currently, and I try for only organic food. I'm going to continue this and then see what the rheumy says with the bloodwork and MRIs. Though I'd pass this along... Brad " I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief " Gerry Spence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 I bought the book. It was plesant reading. I personally could not do that rigid of a diet unless I was locked up in a straight jacket. I wish those who try it well. Please keep us informed. Raniolo From: Brad Berg <blueworld_of_ fire (DOT) com> Subject: [ ] The Bean Diet - Hurd @gro ups.com Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 10:06 AM An update on the diet I've been doing to improve RA conditions: Though the diet is perhaps the most uninterestingly bland thing in the world, setting one to dream of skyscrapers of candybars, forests of broccoli and oceans of coffee - it is happily helping. For the past couple weeks, I've been eating beans (white, black, pinto, kidney, etc.) in quantities of 1/2 cup six times a day, as well as well-cooked carrots and celery, eggs, and plain hamburger. In addition to this, I've been drinking only 1/2 gallon of water every day - nothing else. Since doing this, I felt good from the second day of doing this and feel even better now. I haven't had to take any ibuprofen since the second day, which is wonderful news to my stomach. I can now slowly begin to introduce other foods, but must stay away from all forms of coffee, tea, and sweets. I can eat a piece a fruit now. Of course, I'm skittish to do many old foods. Somewhere the line would be crossed. But all processed food is out currently, and I try for only organic food. I'm going to continue this and then see what the rheumy says with the bloodwork and MRIs. Though I'd pass this along... Brad " I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief " Gerry Spence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 for those interested in diet and RA i have found this one very effective. hard to stick to though. they guy who wrote this has very severe RA and needs no meds on his diet. http://www.frot.co.nz/dietnet/reviews/mcferran01.htm monique Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 Is this McFerran related to Bobby McFerran - you know the one who sang " Don't Worry, Be Happy " ? Just kidding - it was something that popped into my head when I read the name. **rolling my eyes** As far as specific diets go, from all that I've read, I personally don't believe that diet alone will be the cure-all for RA. I believe there are certain foods that react on some people in specific ways. For example, if I have too much bread or anything that's made with yeast, I get cold-like symptoms - or if I drink whole milk too often, then the reflux and IBS act up. I know of people that have greatly relieved their Celiac Disease symptoms by stearing clear of foods with gluten. I guess what I'm trying to say is that if we discover that a specific food makes us feel exasperated RA symptoms, then it would be a good idea to either eliminate or minimize that particular food in our diets. Of course I am always hoping for that miracle food or cure that will take this all away, but in the meantime, I'll do the best I can with what I have and know. Please know that I certainly appreciate all of the well thought out alternatives that are shared here. Doreen > > for those interested in diet and RA i have found this one very > effective. hard to stick to though. they guy who wrote this has > very severe RA and needs no meds on his diet. > http://www.frot.co.nz/dietnet/reviews/mcferran01.htm > > monique > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 i am at the point that i am willing to try anything to get off these meds. im only on methotrexate and 10 mg pred. but ive been so sick with this ugly cough and no one else in my family has been sick. i actually have an appointment tomorrow at 8 to see a naturopathic. this is my second one to see. the first one was new and seemed to change her mind every time i went in on how to treat it. this doctor has been around awhile and i asked if he has successfully helped anyone with ra and he said yes. we'll see. im not excited about my appointment but i do not like my rhuematologist and i dont want to go back. id rather be a cripple. not really, but i do have a nasty attitude. why me? why you? did god do this to us? JUST KIDDING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! about the god thing. From: Sauve <moniquesauve@...> Subject: [ ] Re: The Bean Diet - Hurd Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 12:17 PM for those interested in diet and RA i have found this one very effective. hard to stick to though. they guy who wrote this has very severe RA and needs no meds on his diet. http://www.frot. co.nz/dietnet/ reviews/mcferran 01.htm monique Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 Has anyone tried oxcai products? They are antioxidants. I have a friend who is encouraging me to try them as they have done wonders for him. linda From: Fair <kalfoley@...> Subject: Re: [ ] The Bean Diet - Hurd Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 8:53 PM Thanks Brad and I'm glad you're feeling better. For the past several weeks I've been taking a tumeric supplement with curcurmin (sp?). I think there was some buzz that it may be a good antiinflammatory. Could be a coincidence, but I'm off pred for the first time in a long time. I defer to for the current literature, but I figured it couldn't hurt. ____________ _________ _________ __ From: Brad Berg <blueworld_of_ fire (DOT) com> @gro ups.com Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 12:06:13 PM Subject: [ ] The Bean Diet - Hurd An update on the diet I've been doing to improve RA conditions: Though the diet is perhaps the most uninterestingly bland thing in the world, setting one to dream of skyscrapers of candybars, forests of broccoli and oceans of coffee - it is happily helping. For the past couple weeks, I've been eating beans (white, black, pinto, kidney, etc.) in quantities of 1/2 cup six times a day, as well as well-cooked carrots and celery, eggs, and plain hamburger. In addition to this, I've been drinking only 1/2 gallon of water every day - nothing else. Since doing this, I felt good from the second day of doing this and feel even better now. I haven't had to take any ibuprofen since the second day, which is wonderful news to my stomach. I can now slowly begin to introduce other foods, but must stay away from all forms of coffee, tea, and sweets. I can eat a piece a fruit now. Of course, I'm skittish to do many old foods. Somewhere the line would be crossed. But all processed food is out currently, and I try for only organic food. I'm going to continue this and then see what the rheumy says with the bloodwork and MRIs. Though I'd pass this along... Brad " I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief " Gerry Spence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 If I were to do this diet.... I would find a BEAN in all of my favorite food...... I would play the " Coffee comes from BEANS..... Chocolate starts with cocoa BEANS.... " card heavily! *~ Kami ~* [ ] The Bean Diet - Hurd An update on the diet I've been doing to improve RA conditions: Though the diet is perhaps the most uninterestingly bland thing in the world, setting one to dream of skyscrapers of candybars, forests of broccoli and oceans of coffee - it is happily helping. For the past couple weeks, I've been eating beans (white, black, pinto, kidney, etc.) in quantities of 1/2 cup six times a day, as well as well-cooked carrots and celery, eggs, and plain hamburger. In addition to this, I've been drinking only 1/2 gallon of water every day - nothing else. Since doing this, I felt good from the second day of doing this and feel even better now. I haven't had to take any ibuprofen since the second day, which is wonderful news to my stomach. I can now slowly begin to introduce other foods, but must stay away from all forms of coffee, tea, and sweets. I can eat a piece a fruit now. Of course, I'm skittish to do many old foods. Somewhere the line would be crossed. But all processed food is out currently, and I try for only organic food. I'm going to continue this and then see what the rheumy says with the bloodwork and MRIs. Though I'd pass this along... Brad " I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief " Gerry Spence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 Kami - you are too funny. I think I would play the bean card, too. I L-O-V-E chocolate and coffee. There are a lot of foods out there that contain soy - another BEAN **roflol**. Seriously, though, Brad I am happy you are finding relief in this diet. I don't think I would be able to do it. Just the thought of all those beans gives me gas............Doreen > > If I were to do this diet.... I would find a BEAN in all of my > favorite food...... > > I would play the " Coffee comes from BEANS..... Chocolate starts > with cocoa BEANS.... " card heavily! > > *~ Kami ~* > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 hehe..actually when you eat enough of them they stop making you toot. Thankfully, I don't have a problem with most beans in that way. For me, it is green beans. Phew! This diet is extremely hard to do, though. I've cheated several times now since Halloween and all the chocolate and candy and the pain has returned. It was just too much of a temptation. It reasons that it would work, but there is no joy in eating when you have nothing that tastes good, or even tastes at all. Come on Willpower, don't fail me now! > > > > If I were to do this diet.... I would find a BEAN in all of my > > favorite food...... > > > > I would play the " Coffee comes from BEANS..... Chocolate starts > > with cocoa BEANS.... " card heavily! > > > > *~ Kami ~* > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 Omg if you lived in my house there would be some beno in the cabinet. And lots of aerosol cans for the rooms. I lived in beans growing up. Imagine 10 kids and 2 adults after a day of beans haaaaaaaaaaa From: Brad Berg <blueworld_of_fire@...> Subject: [ ] Re: The Bean Diet - Hurd Date: Monday, November 3, 2008, 3:01 PM hehe..actually when you eat enough of them they stop making you toot. Thankfully, I don't have a problem with most beans in that way. For me, it is green beans. Phew! This diet is extremely hard to do, though. I've cheated several times now since Halloween and all the chocolate and candy and the pain has returned. It was just too much of a temptation. It reasons that it would work, but there is no joy in eating when you have nothing that tastes good, or even tastes at all. Come on Willpower, don't fail me now! > > > > If I were to do this diet.... I would find a BEAN in all of my > > favorite food...... > > > > I would play the " Coffee comes from BEANS..... Chocolate starts > > with cocoa BEANS.... " card heavily! > > > > *~ Kami ~* > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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