Live webchat with Dr John Briffa Wednesday the 4 July 12-1pm

[RachelMumsnet]

In response to popular demand we're delighted to invite Dr John Briffa for a live webchat next Wednesday 4 July at 12 midday.

Dr John Briffa is a doctor, award-winning health writer, and former columnist for The Daily Mail and The Observer. He is author of eight books on nutrition and self-help. His latest, Escape the Diet Trap has been widely discussed across the Mumsnet Talk boards.

In Escape The Diet Trap, Dr Briffa says you can 'achieve successful, sustainable weight loss without consciously cutting back on food and without the need for exhausting exercise'. One Mumsnetter describes the book as '...brilliant. Really easy to read without being patronising, and an eye opener with all the studies he cites. Really makes me feel that I am following a healthy diet for the first time in ages'. and another says, 'His advice is smart, sensible and rooted in Proper Science - but it's still controversial. Perfect for a webchat!'

Join us over lunch (extra helpings appear to be acceptable ) at noon on Wednesday 4 July to chat to Dr John Briffa, or if you're unable to join us on the day, post a question in advance on this thread.

I have to look at the role of fish oils and vit D in ms. I thought I'd done that when I was dx - 8ish years ago [basically, they are good]. Does anyone know anything about this? Does Dr John say anything in any of his books?

Not sure, but I know he talks about Vitamin D in his blog here

Great web chat - thanks

Just caught up on webchat - bit disappointed he didn't answer my question and note SOME people (OliviasvelteMumsnet) asked more than one question

Seriously it was really good and I lurve Dr Briffa just a wee bit more after that

@SharonGless

Dr Briffa (swoons) Thank you for coming to talk to us. What is your professional opinion of the Swedish study which has been sensationalised in the British media?

Also (sneaking in an extra question hoping Oliviamumsnet won't notice) do you think we will get to the point where supermarkets are catering more for low carbers? Every prepared salad I pick up has pasta or rice in it. I am following a low carb diets which is fine when I am at home or work but out and about proves more of a challenge

Hi Sharon

Have a look at my answer to letticepetticoat for my view on the Swedish (and similar) study.

Think the thing about pasta and rice in salads is that it's cheap and filling and allows shops to sell stuff that feels like good value. Not sure this is going to change very quickly. Have noticed that shops like Pret and Eat do good soups and salads that might work if you're in the vicinity.

Oh hello!

Did they not let you leave MN Towers then?!

Good morning Dr Briffa and thank you sooo much for answering my question. I am very evangelical about this way of eating and it's almost like a cult feeling now to spread the word!

Ow, am not too late. I watched your You Tube video which had been recommended to me on the Minimins weight loss website. Really interesting to listen to and I would recommend it to anyone who has a quiet hour. I also have your latest book.

I have lost 2 stone 4 pounds since March 10th by low carbing and cutting out as much sugar as I can. I have another stone to go which I am addressing at the moment.

Dieting really is a state of mind though isnt it, we eat for any other reason apart from hunger which is why we get fat in the first place. So do you have any tips for keeping focus which is what I currently need as I am no longer losing as I keep straying from the golden path to loveliness.

Oh bum, yes I am too late. Doh! It is Thursday today!

SecondhandRose - come and join the Bootcamp threads. Plenty of support and jollying along in there and me shouting at people occasionally to keep you focused!

Can someone link to the youtube vid please?

Here it is:

Thankyou BIWI, I will come and find you.

We are delighted to announce that Dr John Briffa will be running a 1-day Mumsnet Academy course on 21 October in Central London. To read more about this fabulous course and sign up for a place, click here.