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Testimonials:
"I wanted to write this letter to let you know your work truly changes lives. I am a 44 year old trial lawyer with an extremely busy schedule in courts around the United States. In February 2007 my wife, Patricia, forced me to get a physical. I weighed 258 pounds, my blood pressure was high, my cholesterol was high, my fats were high. Patricia had read your book and gave it to me. Your book and suggestions were easy to practice anywhere so I decided to give your way of eating a try to see if it would help me. Within just three months, I've lost 50 pounds, my blood pressure and cholesterol are perfect and I no longer need medications for these problems. When I had that initial physical, I was told I'd have to take cholesterol medication for the rest of my life. I would like to truly thank you because you've given me a second chance at life. Your book is a wonderful testament to the power of what we put in our body and how important it is to our physical and mental well being." R. Scott Adams, founder of the prestigious Law Firm of Adams & Associates PC, Member Bar Register of Preemenent Lawyers, Oklahoma City, OK
"I'm diabetic and met Deirdre about six months after suffering a heart attack. I bought her book immediately and began working with her to tailor this way of eating to fit my preferences and lifestyle. Since then, I've lost 30 pounds and have been able to get off of all prescription medications for diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol. I was on my way to another heart attack but this book has saved my life and a boatload of money, too." Mike Belvin, Austin Parks Police Department
"My patients have responded with interest and enthusiasm to Deirdre’s concise book, educational seminars, and consultations. One such patient, with a long history of recalcitrant atopic dermatitis, is now beautifully controlled off all prescription and over-the-counter medications. Another has been adhering to the healing foods diet pretty well and while she has not lost weight, she has experienced a profound improvement in her psoriasis! For the enlightened, motivated patient, the healing foods diet can provide a safe and effective alternative to pharmacologic therapy." Dermatologist Janet DuBois, MD
"I wanted to vouch for Deirdre's professionalism and competence as a nutritional/dietician expert and special consultant for people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. I am the support group leader for the Dallas/Fort Worth Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Support Group. We are a National Psoriasis Foundation affiliated support group and we have a Web site at www.dfwpsoriasis.org. I have had Deirdre up to speak to our group on two occasions. At both of those meetings we experienced our best meeting attendance ever and the group members were very appreciative of Deirdre's presentation and the information they received. Her motivation is sincere and her overall intent is to better the lives of people who must deal with this disease daily (as she does). I personally consider Deirdre our best resource when is comes to treating psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis or any inflammatory disease for that matter from the perspective of diet and nutrition. Given her exceptional training and the fact that she is a patient herself, I don't think you could find a better resource anywhere." David Bruce, Leader of the DFW Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Support Group
"I had a follow up with my allergist yesterday and he was so impressed with the progress I've made. I was on $200+ of medication a month when I first went to see him a few years back. I've always been a naturalist and hated that I had to take so much medicine to feel like a normal person. Your diet has eliminated my need for most medication..." SH, Austin, TX
"Within a couple of weeks of changing my diet, I began to experience a noticable improvement in my arthritis symptoms. It is very helpful from a practical position, and motivating, to have a coach who not only provides guidance but has also personally experienced natural healing with diet." B.A., Los Angeles, CA.
"I am always talking about you and the wonderful catalyst you have been in my life. Weight staying steady, cholesterol NORMAL etc. Do let me know if you have any plans to travel to London/Europe!!!" A.B., London, England
"I am so glad I got to talk to you..even for a few moments..your book..is so inspiring...I decided to do this diet change. I was obese..and dx ..Asthma and COPD...I was given the strongest inhalers...Advair 500/50 twice a day and Spirva. Albuterol nebulizers 4x day PRN...well...I did the diet also..after the 3rd week of this diet change..i lost 15 lbs...NO MORE INHALERS..no shortness of breath..it was a miracle gone..I am also diabetic type 2..now there's no need for those pills...I am at peace also..cause I know I am doing right. I am amazed about how many medications..I am not taking.now..it is truly a miracle..but I do know..You have to stick to it...amen..I love you.." G.M., New York
"I've had severe eczema all my life and have always been on one medication or another, or two or three... When I quit smoking six months ago, eczema flared up all over my body. I was literally scratching my skin off. I went to several doctors, each of them gave me the newest medication on the market for eczema, told me to try it and come back for something new to try if it didn't work. Nothing worked!! Determined to get off of prescription medication and seek a cure, not just a mask, to the symptoms I've had all my life I met with Deidre. She recommended I try a whole foods diet for six months, no caffeine, no alcohol or processed foods. After five months on this diet, my skin has cleared up and I have quit taking all prescription medication with no side effects. I feel better than I have in years. Deidre's book, Your Healing Diet, is my little guidebook. I keep it out and refer to it when I need to remind myself that I am well because I am on a diet that promotes healing from within. I am so thankful that I've been able to take control of my health and don't have to rely on western medicine, but can actually heal myself by eating right. Deidre has been so supportive and encouraging. She is a valuable resource for people truly desiring to make a change in their lives to promote healing from within." S.H., Austin, TX
"Our group wanted to take a moment and reiterate our thanks to you for the tour at Whole Foods. We all learned so much from our time with you and have walked away with new information to help us keep on more realistic diets -- ones that we may actually keep! Again, we can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge, time, tips and enthusiasm with us. You were one of the highlights of our trip." JL, Napa, CA
"I really like your book - it sets people up to succeed, it's compassionate in it's approach, it's do-able longterm. So many diets are not sustainable & people get frustrated - lose their confidence in their ability to feed themselves sanely. Your book is a great resource & jumping off point." Peggy Ghorbani, L Ac Accupuncture and Herbs, Austin, TX
"For years I've taken methotrexate chemotherapy for severe psoriasis but I wanted a natural alternative. One year ago I worked with Deirdre to change my diet in conjunction with stopping the chemotherapy treatments. Now I'm 98% clear without any methotrexate and my cholesterol has dropped 40 points, too. My dermatologist joked and asked me to "please not tell anybody how much my new diet has helped me." L.K., Registered Nurse, Austin, TX.
"FYI, your “food as medicine” approach has turned my health around. I have reactive hypoglycemia and was heading into full-blown diabetes. But for the past 18 months, since I first read your booklet and took your class, I’ve cut way back on processed foods, increased the fresh veggies (I’m even growing my own now), and am keeping my blood sugar down without any drugs and their nasty side effects. When I walk through the supermarket and see all that cr.. lining the shelves, I imagine a skull-and-crossbones on each package – “Poison! Beware!” Thanks for all you’re doing to spread the word about eating good whole food. I’m doing what I can to pass it along." L.M., Austin, TX
"A year ago my husband was struggling with severe psoriasis with lesions covering 98% of his body. He lost all hope of healing when doctors told him that there was nothing they could do to cure him. Out of desperation I contacted my son who was instrumental in finding Ms. Earls. She gave us hope and started us on a healing diet which was our new beginning to a healthy lifestyle. Our family embarked on a team effort to support my husband, and in return we have all benefited from our efforts. Within weeks of following a healing diet we began seeing changes in my husband’s skin and demeanor. Today my husband is 95% cured of psoriasis and shows no visible signs, no longer has high cholesterol or on high blood pressure medicine, and has lost 40 pounds. We continue to practice all that Ms. Earls recommends in her guide Your Healing Diet. Her practical approach makes the compact guide user friendly when shopping, planning meals, or doing expository reading. Our family has a profound gratitude for all that Ms. Earls has done for us. "C.F., Victoria, TX.
"Deirdre Earls' book has truly changed my life. Cool stuff...", R.B. who found my book at DermaHarmony.com
"You changed my life. I bought your book last June and my psoriasis is 95% cleared and I've lost 30 pounds. Now I can think about other things than my skin. I want to smack all the doctors that prescribed creams, shots, etc. I want to scream from the housetop – READ DEIRDRE’s BOOK !!!!! hee hee!" J.F., Nebraska
"My psoriasis is wildly improved! Also, I have had NO knee pain since starting the diet and can walk up stairs "normally" -- that is, one foot and then the other rather than having to step and then bring my leg up to the same step before going up another step -- for the first time in months. And my sister, "Katie" keeps commenting on my stamina. I haven't taken a nap since I went on the diet, whereas I usually slept away a significant portion of my weekends and often had to sneak out to my car for a nap during the work day. So, you're sure on to something, Miss Thang!" LT, Colorado
"...Food as medicine what a concept! Surely you can count me among your most avid fans and "converts". I am surprised and delighted with the all over effects. Not only are my hands, feet and elbows less inflammed and no longer dry and peeling but also I feel more energetic and well, light & more alive in my own body! Another fabulous side affect : I am losing weight gained over the past 5-6 years without grueling, contientious effort. Bottom line: I believe in the healing diet ... and I thank you." HJ, Austin, TX
"Until recently I was a Professor of Nutrition for 10 years at the University of Texas at Austin. My dog, Gus, was struggling with an arthritic hip and we were considering a second surgery to treat it. Deirdre suggested the same dietary changes as she would for a human with arthritis - i.e. a controlled protein intake and the addition of alkaline forming foods to counteract acidity - and within 3 weeks of those changes, it's obvious that Gus is much better and won't need surgery. It's remarkable that despite having been a Professor of Nutrition in an accredited dietetics program, I had no idea how to manipulate a diet for this effect, and that I didn't automatically consider diet before surgery." Susan Polacek, MS RD, former professor of Nutrition at The University of Texas at Austin
"I know this diet works. In 6 months my psoriasis has cleared drastically, I've lost almost 80 pounds and my cholesterol has dropped from 290 to 167. I feel great and know that I will never go back to the foods I was eating. I'm finding these new foods to taste terrific, and they are not that difficult to prepare. Even my husband, who is a "meat & potatoes" man, is enjoying some of the dishes I have prepared. Little does he know that he is eating healthy food. Shhh don't tell him." L.S., Victoria, TX.
"I just wanted to say thank you for all the insight and info you shared. I think it must take lots of guts for someone with your professional background to take the leap and embrace "nutritional healing." I really like your approach of non-perfectionism. And people ARE so busy and need convenience-minded guidance. " Candace M, Dallas, TX
"I wanted to thank you for all the information you shared with me. I am not the same now that I am educated about what I am putting into my body. The best changes have been in my energy level, mental fitness, and face. I had painful blemishes before I started putting more raw foods into my diet... and now they are GONE! I have been dealing with acne all my life - trying cleanser after cleanser and treatment after treatment. It is so nice to be free of all the skincare. The time it took me to take care of my skin is far longer than it is taking me to eat better. And the information you shared with me about not feeling guilty when you cheat has been what keeps me going... and more people NEED to hear that! You go girl!" TH, Dallas, TX
"Thought you might like to know that I am almost clear! I finally got serious about eliminating wheat, sugar, and bad fats from my diet, along with increasing fruits and vegetables and adding a few supplements and getting rid of some stress, and it seems to have helped tremendously. As of the end of June, I was probably about 50-60% covered and my dermatologist was really pushing the biologic drugs. I said no and left the office in tears, but determined I was going to do what it takes to avoid that stuff. Now five weeks later, my arms are completely clear, and I now just have a few spots on my back, abdomen, and legs (except for my lower right leg. Also, I've lost about 40 lbs. since I began this "adventure" back in March. (Ha!) And I feel so much better, that even if my skin still looked awful it would be worth it. But I have to admit my newly restored good skin is extra motivation to stick to the plan. " JK, North Carolina
"I just wanted to check back in and let you know how things are going for me-since you've become a huge part of my grocery-shopping life (queso is the fat little devil on my left shoulder, you are the swanky angel on my right). Now I'm barely even tempted to cheat on the weekends (though of course I do, just a little) and I sincerely don't remember ever feeling better. So once again, thank you SO MUCH for helping me do this!" JH, Austin, TX
"I took an anti-malarial drug 'malarone' and developed the rare side-effect of almost instant, severe psoriasis last September (2005). I was pretty much completely covered with psoriasis and desperate. I'd been using steroids for about 3 months and finally researched the disease on-line and found your book. I wanted to update you as to my condition. The good news is that I'm healing nicely now. I've lost 36 lbs. I've been following the diet seriously (not perfectly), since March and my skin is 80% better. Now, I have NO desire to consume anything that will hurt me. The specialists told me that I had to live with this disease and all the steroids, etc....you inspired me... Thank you for doing that. It has made a tremendous difference in my life." CD, Canada
"The great news is that I have lost 15 lbs. and feel so much better. My energy level is amazing and I am starting to see small patches of healing of the psoriasis." MO, Chicago, IL
"...something clicked in my head that I have to heal this from inside out, not covering up from outside. (with those scary medications!) I looked into many "healing" approaches, and found your book. It made all sense, felt very "right." I decided to follow everything you'd mentioned, plus, I had allergy test done and found out what kind of food I was allergic to. Combining these two, after 6 months, my psoriasis in my head is 95% gone!!!...thank you very much for guiding me to a better place." NF, Beaverton, Oregon
"My husband's Enbrel, pills, creams weren't working. He actually was crying one night in pain. I said, 'Dudley, we're not eating right and your medicine isn't working'. A big argument broke out because he didn't want to think his doctors were wrong and his wife was right. I was. I found your book at Amazon and we're into our third week of this diet. I've lost 15 pounds, my husband has lost 10 and his skin looks so much better. Now he is feeling great. You are fantastic and your book gives me the encouragement to go on." GM, Wyoming
"I taste things in a whole different way and have lost my cravings for sweets." SB, Dallas, TX
"I bought your book a week an a half ago at Book Woman. (They had one copy left!) I used your shopping list and picked up some items at the grocery. I'm eatting lots of brown rice with sweet potato or chinese veggies and miso dressing! I felt the improvement on my health after one meal, litterally. It's really quite remarkable. I'm overweight and my cravings are GONE!", MH, Austin, TX
"I am seeing improvements, which is great. The previous treatment only slowed progression of disease. The diet is reversing the disease." M.M., Houston, TX.
"Just a note to say thank you for getting me on a better track. The diet is working well and I am down 20 lbs since we met two months ago.". DR, Austin, TX
"I just wanted to let you know that I have been pleasantly surprised by how easy it has been to maintain the healing diet. I still feel very new at it and have to reference your book all the time to make sure I am on track. Other than that, my skin problems are healing!! The itch is gone (for the most part) and I have lost 11 lbs. My energy level is coming back. I still think that I have a long, long road ahead of me but am happy to be on this road." SD, Houston, TX
"I want to let you know that everything is going fine after our nutrition planning. I am making good progress on all the goals that were set and in addition ran my best 3M Half Marathon ever a couple of weeks ago." TH, Austin, TX
" We never got to meet in person but I followed your diet after we talked on the phone in early fall 2005 and my skin largely cleared up from psoriasis. I always tout your diet because of my very excellent results. And I have sent people to Whole Foods to get your book because I saw it there a few months ago." TS, Houston, TX
"Deirdre has been a wonderful advisor as I've begun the process of natural healing. This diet becomes a way of life... My psoriasis is not totally gone but is much flatter and much less inflamed, much easier to live with. And it's being done without drugs that could be harmful." J.S., Austin, TX.
"Dear Deirdre, I bought your book and talked to you on the phone...Well now I am moving to South Carolina...will be getting my Certified Nutrionist open my own clinic for obese people. My husband is 150% behind me..I am so excited...You have inspired me to do this and the lack of education and motivation in today's society. I want to do something with the GOVERNMENT for this nation. God bless you." GEM, NY
"I'm doing well on the program. I've lost 9 pounds. I feel very good and I'm decreasing my antidepressant medications." M.B., Fort Worth, TX.
"Within a few weeks of developing a food allergy plan with Deirdre, I felt a difference and my improvements continue. Before switching to vegetarian and eliminating the foods from the Alcat test, my hands were always painful and swollen. Now they're never swollen and I have also noticed a difference in my hearing. I think eliminating food allergens might have had some effect on inflammation in my ears. Another surprising thing is that even after cutting out gluten, I don't seem to have the cravings for bread. Maybe eating the right food counteracts the cravings or by giving my body the right foods, it is getting more of what it really needed. Your guidance and advice have been very helpful. " PM, Austin, TX
"You are one amazing woman! Boy, did you hit the nail on the head with the acid vs alkaline system! As a result, things have changed and definitely gotten better. My eyelashes grew back, my nails got stronger, my skin is clearing and I managed to lose some weight. As my search for inner peace strengthens, so do my boundaries, and I find I don't really need the wine, or should I say WANT it, like I did months ago.Thank you for facilitating the shift! I literally think of you every time I shop, especially in the leafy greens section!" Chris, San Antonio, TX
"You are a WEALTH of information. THANK YOU SO MUCH!" MF, Austin, TX
"Thank you so much for your healing diet. It has changed my life - and Tommy's. I am still 90% psoriasis free and the pain is almost gone!" JH, Austin, TX
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