John, Tim, and Kelly, thank you so much for replying!

I was thinking initially that it could take some time to figure everything out for myself. Thank you all for reaffirming this.

I am willing and devoted to finding a diet that will control my AS. Whatever it may be. I would eat nothing but a substrate three times a day if it would allow me to function like a normal person.

John,I read your posts often. They are always helpful. Thanks so much for your anti-biotic protocol! That will help me out a ton.

Tim, I am going to try a 3 day fast, water only, to see if I can be pain free. I think my results there will guide me. If I get nothing the first time, I will try it with a colonic and see if that helps. I think experiencing a full day without pain brought on by holding my head the wrong way will be an eye opener and a true moment of clarity in tying this to my gut. Thanks a ton for recommending the colonic.

Thanks guys. I will keep you updated with anything that yields results so that the whole community may benefit.

Jeff

First whole body flair June, 2012. Diagnosed AS September, 2012. B27 negative. Exhausting the dietary route before putting a single med into my body.