I think diet is important. If we can keep from getting any other disease to go with RSDS then we need to if that's all a diet does. A person doesn't need diabetes, GERD, Ulcers, and other medical problems by eating too much of the wrong thing.

I do believe that it could make the pain worse too. If you have RSD internally then the wrong ingredients of certain foods could set the pain off. I deal with bladder pain and pelvic pain. I have learned that I can't do tea, oranges, things with acid in them.

I think staying on the right diet will keep you from getting more sick in other ways and making the RSD worse.

As far as Dr. Hooshmand. I have his book. I bought it about 5 years ago for me and one for my Dr. It was the best thing I could have done. Everything in there might not be up to date or right but if you are able to use some of his training and knowledge to help yourselves then that's a good thing.

We take what we learn from each person we read from or any of you and use what we feel we can. As far as herbs and vitamins, a person should always check with their Dr. to see if they are ok to take with the meds you are taking. Some donot.

Have a good day.

Ada