Paula, thanks for this. I read all the links Geoff provided and just am 
not sure I could convince any of my sisters to even consider raw paleo. 
Especially my one sis who's a Jehovah's Witness and any possibility of 
blood in food is a big no-no. So your post gives me hope that my sisters 
can find at least some relief. Thanks, again.
Stevie

On 1/19/2010 2:01 PM, Paula wrote:
> Stevie, I have lupus, and my eating cooked paleo has decreased my symptoms
> by about 85%.  Also, I have recommended paleo to friends with osteo
> arthritis.  They have eaten cooked paleo and they have been greatly helped.
> Avoiding grains, sugars and artificial ingredients in most processed foods
> seems to be the most crucial for joint pain relief with those folks I know
> of and myself.  Paula H.
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