I am a life effectiveness coach, professional percussionist, drum teacher, drum circle facilitator and performer.  I am on the Zone anti-inflamatory plan and have lost 40 pounds.  It is the only food plan with which I have lost weight.  Prior to that, I tried every diet that appeared sound, including gastric bypass surgery.  I am extremely sensative to sugar, simple carbs and most grains.  With the Zone, my pain and inflamation has been greatly reduced.  I have 100 pounds more to lose and I am trying to find a way to resume my involvement with drumming that doesn't challenge my hands.  I was diagnosed with RA about a year ago and the news was very difficult with not much help medically.  I will not take scarry medication.  I will continue with hand therapy, my food plan, exercise, strict blood sugar control and faith that my quality of life will continue to improve.