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Que: Can a vegan diet cause lupus patient to go into remission? Ans: The scientific evidence on the role of diet in autoimmune diseases such as lupus is just becoming available. I am a believer that a plant-based diet is helpful in promoting overall health and decreasing the chemicals that cause inflammation. I advocate a plant-based diet along with a very low-fat diet. You have to recall that French fries are vegan but they are not exactly healthy. I think that exercise and healthy diet are extremely important for everyone, but more so for those with autoimmune diseases. Answered by Howard_Smith,_MD: Dr. Smith is a rheumatologist in the Department of Rheumatic and Immunological Diseases specializing in lupus, arthritis and general rheumatology. Que: Do calories from hard liquor add just as much caloric energy/fat as calories from other sources? What are "empty calories" so many people refer to? Ans: Excellent question. To make a long story short: A serving of a...