Explore the potential benefits of fasting for various diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmune conditions, in this insightful video from Michael Greger, MD. Gregger talks about Alan Goldhamer, founder of the TrueNorth Health Center, on how he finds fasting, followed by a health-promoting diet, can address conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular, and autoimmune diseases. Discover how this approach contrasts with conventional medicine, focusing on long-term health improvements rather than symptom suppression. Learn about the scientific evidence supporting fasting’s role in reducing inflammation and pain, particularly in rheumatic diseases, and the importance of a plant-based diet for maintaining results.