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Q&A: What foods should I eat to increase my iron intake?

Question by Anonymous
Posted on August 26, 2010
My doctor told me that I needed to increase my intake of iron. What foods should I eat? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Low Carb Drink Mixers

Question by Anonymous
Posted on August 19, 2010
I am interested in drinking a margarita but I know that the mixers have a lot of sugar. Do you have any suggestions? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Is it okay to eat the same foods everyday?

Question by Dawn S. (Ludington, MI)
Posted on June 28, 2010
Is it OK to each the same foods every day? For example I eat grilled chicken, broccoli and applesauce numerous times a week. Are there any significant health risks to… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Is there a nutritional difference between red and green grapes?

Question by GoDuke
Posted on June 23, 2010
Is there a difference nutrition wise between green and red grapes? Also, I have type 2 diabetes and take oral medication. I like to eat frozen green grapes, especially in… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Are Vegetarians More Likely to Get Sick?

Question by klambert
Posted on June 21, 2010
I have some friends who are vegetarians. I have heard that by not eating any meat you are more likely to get sick. ( colds, cough, flu). Is this true? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What Should I Eat to Keep up my Energy?

Question by klambert
Posted on May 27, 2010
I've been exercising after work mostly every night. Sometimes it's hard to keep up my energy by the time I get home from work. What do you recommend that I… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Is Almond Milk a Good Alternative to Cow’s Milk?

Question by Anonymous
Posted on May 14, 2010
I am lactose intolerant and I have heard that almond milk is a good alternative to cow’s milk. What do you think? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Diet After Whipple Procedure

Question by Anonymous
Posted on May 12, 2010
My husband just has pancreatic cancer and he just underwent a whipple procedure. Is there a special diet that he should follow after surgery? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Agave Nectar

Question by Celine D. & Carla B.
Posted on April 23, 2010
My question is about "agave" as a sweetner.. is it really as safe to use as people say? To me it looks and tastes like honey. Though my blood levels… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Craving Sweets - Can I Make it Stop?

Question by Kristin M.
Posted on April 20, 2010
I am type II diabetic and craving sweets all the time, anything from chocolate to cake batter and more, can I make it stop? Read Full Q&A

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