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Sharon [Visitor] — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 21:19:20 +0000

I am 50 years old, type O and have been on the BTD for almost a year now. A friend at work introduced me to it and I am so glad she did. It has changed my life. I was gaining weight even though I exercised regularly, plus I felt tired and lethargic. Once I eliminated bread and dairy, I started feeling so much better and the weight literally dropped off. My friends can't believe how much weight I've lost. I really haven't changed the way I exercise, I just eat high protein and lots of fruits/veggies on my beneficial list. Thanks Dr. D for writing the book on Eating right for your Type.

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Helena Giraldo [Visitor] — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 16:13:16 +0000

Hi Debbie,

I am 32 and have been having multiple problems, from multiple pains and aches
In my body to my knees and shoulder; I am also must of the time very tired and with not energy at all. I just got some of the books for eat right for your blood type so I am very exited to star.
Do you know any kind of a grocery list for blood type O; I will appreciate any help that I can get in regards to this.

Helena Giraldo.

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O in Virginia [Visitor] — Mon, 23 May 2011 15:05:23 +0000

What an inspiring, moving story. Thank you so much for sharing this. I immediately began to feel much better following my O BTD and later swami. I did not have bad health before, just starting to have some issues that were inexplicable, and that have now cleared up eating the way I should. But to see someone with MS or another condition be able to REVERSE the condition with BTD is truly awesome and wonderful.

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John [Visitor] — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 03:59:57 +0000

Debbie, thank you for sharing your story and ( I forget who's comment it was ) I was brought to tears feeling I have hope.
since i had a stent placed in a artery in Nov. 2010 and on Plavix 75mg for at least 1 year, I've not felt well at all. I have few good days, but, most are of some type pain and ( I'm diagnosed with ) peripheral neuropathy. I was healthy just 5 or 6 years ago and I know much of my 'pain' is stress related. Being a Type O+
and having a stomach disorders as well as Tourettes Syndrome ( since age 10 ), at least I now have hope, guidance and support for these challenges, that I never had with traditional western medicine. thank you and I look forward to getting to know everyone and share what is/isn't working for me. A quick note: After 2 weeks of NO breads ( except about 4 slices of pizza - probably my biggest temptation & downfall in my diet ), I've lost about 4 pounds and am being told I look good, even though I don't often feel that good. Have a great week All!

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John [Visitor] — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 03:46:09 +0000

I am new in here and just started the BTD about 1 week ago. After reading the neuro doc's posts, i felt the need to respond. I'm usually pretty quiet when 1st entering a forum/discussion, but, knowing what I know now, I must speak my mind ( which is NOT up my butt, as yours seems to be )I've had Tourettes Syndrome since age 10. Multiple tics, of which a severe head twitch was my worse,most painful symptom, hitting myself ( lightly), grinding my teeth and heavy sniffing/snorting have been among the many symptoms throughout the last 45 years. I've been given many prognosis and drugs,since age 10, by our esteemed and "Practicing" medical profession. Neuro Doc, you sound like the typical M.D. fearful of losing his livliehood of patients who support you, your family, nice cars and your home. just imagine if EVERYONE knew the truth of how the medical establishment and government strive to keep us citizens sick and on drugs, which just make us sicker. Have any M.D.s ever heard of CURING a patient? Do they EVEN WANT to? Does ANY M.D. actually do the job they are paid and expected to do by their patients? Get your head out of your butt and open your mind, for once, and you might learn something new. I'm sure Dr. D'adamo has something for YOUR type that will clean the c**p out of your mind and remove your head from where it's been stuck for God knows how long! THEN, you MIGHT start to see better and "practice" in terms of what's best for your PATIENTS and NOT your WALLET!

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Mary [Visitor] — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 23:08:25 +0000

In 2007 I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis. As a child I could not tolerate dairy (due to casein) and my mother had been diagnosed with celiac disease. I intuitively decided to cut out dairy and gluten and within a week I was fully recovered and have not had a flair up since. I found the BTD (I am O) in 2008 and was surprised to find I was doing the right thing. I have tweaked my diet to match the Type O even better and have not had any problems with UC.

I do not know if there is a blood type connection with celiac. I am O, my mother was A. but I believe the diet has helped.

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Sharon [Visitor] — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 04:04:29 +0000

I am 43 and have been suffering with undiagnosed upper right quadrant abdominal pain for over two years now, with extreme fatigue, chronic anemia, a Morton's neuroma in my right foot and several herniated and ruptured discs up and down my spine. Many docs have told me everything from over-exertion to peri-menopause to IBS but nothing conclusive. The last just stated I was a difficult case and referred me to the Cleveland Clinic unbelievable! I am also an O- BT and have been on the BTD since Dec 28 2010. It was given to me by my Dr of Naturopathy and I have had a really hard time adjusting but went 'cold turkey' off the AVOIDS. I have been researching Celiac Disease as gluten intolerence is a major factor there also and both of my A+ children exhibit symptoms of gluten and dairy intolerence. Does anyone know of a correlation between blood type and Celiac or has anyone used the BTD for help correcting the long term effects of this disease? It has never been diagnosed in either of my or my spouse's families.

"Neuro Doc" please refrain from spewing negativity all over all of us even those of us who have been taking good care of ourselves and exercising still find that our bodies are fighting to survive, why all the blame game? Remember you took an oath to "do no harm" that includes psychologically!

Everyone else keep on the path to wellness and follow your instincts they are ALWAYS correct.

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Suzann [Visitor] — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 05:33:17 +0000

Well I have read this entire article, and I must say that I too believe in natural healing.I was diagnosed in 1996 on christmas eve.with a disease compatable with MS..Whatever that means! I have been told by another neurologist that i have progressive, remitting MS..Copaxone was my alternative he claimed., until prayer kept me away from using it!!( just weeks after i recieved the kit)Thank God i didnt go any further with it because a notice came in the mail notifiying me that the sterilized water IN THE KIT was Contaminated...DO NOT USE..I am type O , i find it very intresting that all the people in this article are O blood types...hmmm, i am going to try this diet, ASAP..i know that all of these great reports are not lies...but i do know that it appears it is truly OBVIOUS that it is in the best intrest of the medical field/ ms society/ etc.. to keep us ill...otherwise how would they make such fantastic money, donations/ at our expense!! please forgive my tying, i took dance instead, Who knew?? Thank You Kindly, Suzann