Those so-called "responsible medicine" folks are NUTS if they think doctors should be sued for recommending something to patients *unless* there is *clear evidence* that whatever was recommended was harmful to that patient, and that the doctor should have known that fact. (Actually, that could be criminal negligence.) There is no solid evidence that low-carbing is harmful. If doctors could be liable for low-carb related problems, then they'd be liable *every time* a medication or lifestyle change had *any* negative health concequences. It happens all the time! The law suits would never end!

Imagine the law suits from people folling low-FAT diets - the side effects being everything from depression and food obsession to diabetes.

Besides, doctors are supposed to inform you of your *choices* and the benefits and risks associated with those choices. The decisions are up to you. Your doctor does not own your body. You have veto power. Your body, your responsibility.