Hi Bill, When Kate posted about joint pain she expressed the idea that she might be causing herself gout because of uric acid in meats. I do not think that meats cause gout. However, I have watched my wife do well on a gluten free, casein free diet, eating a wide range of meats. However, if she eats tomatoes or beef, her hip, knee, and foot pain returns with an almost crippling vengeance. I don't know if she has gout or not. Neither do I know if Kate has gout. I just know that avoiding beef and tomatoes gives my wife considerable relief. I also know that food allergies can contribute or even cause arthritic pain. I am pleased for you if you do not experience arthritic pain. I, too, have been similarly fortunate since going gluten-free. However, not everyone is so fortunate. Best Wishes, Ron Hoggan, Ed. D. -----Original Message----- From: Paleolithic Eating Support List [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Bill Wilcox Sent: Friday, June 26, 2009 9:36 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Joint pain Not really. I'm sure rat poison would have the same effect on everyone. > I guess - and, maybe it's just part and parcel of the human condition - people just automatically assume "what's good for me must be good for *everyone*". >