Hi Todd,

Thanks for your message.

>>I think the doctor should pay attention to Lutz's
recommendations.  They are based on a lot of experience, and
there's no harm in taking a more gradual approach.<<

The doctor is an hour away, and this man is not going to be able to see
him for another two weeks. I'm wondering whether this first week could
be dangerous for him if he sticks to the stringent diet, or if a few
weeks wouldn't hurt. Maybe a phone call or fax to the doc's office would
make sense.

Thanks again,
Karen