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Q&A: What should a borderline diabetic eat?

Question by mfinn56
Posted on October 07, 2008
What types of food should a borderline diabetic eat to keep from being on medication? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Cherry Juice as an Anti-Inflammatory

Question by deacon1
Posted on October 01, 2008
Amy can you explain why cherry juice is an anti-inflammatory? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Carbs Before Workout and Bedtime

Question by laura1414
Posted on September 15, 2008
I always have a meal bar before my workout. I have heard recently that eating a meal bar or any kind of food with high carbs is a no no… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Gaining Weight

Question by sfyates (Seattle, WA)
Posted on September 02, 2008
I need more belly fat to be able to inject insulin, How do I gain some fat on my abdomen without getting too heavy? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Boosting Metabolism After Menopause

Question by Cjtatman (Illinois)
Posted on August 25, 2008
I am 59...very close to 60. I have gained about 30 pounds and can't seem to get the weight off. I have gone through menopause and need ideas for what… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Confused About Cholesterol

Question by Anita F. (Livonia, MI)
Posted on August 18, 2008
I have been informed that my fasting cholesterol is too high at 243. However, the LDL level is 120 and the HDL is 123. I have also been told in… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Tea and Milk

Question by Sherpa
Posted on August 12, 2008
I have read that green tea and herbal teas should not be drunk with milk as the proteins in milk diminish the healthy nutrients in teas. Does the same hold… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Can Splenda Make Your Glucose Go Up?

Question by Sweeteater (Little Neck, NY)
Posted on August 07, 2008
Can the sugar substitute Splenda/sucralose make your glucose count go up? How does this compare to Nutrasweet/aspartame and Sweet n Low/saccharin? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes

Question by Duke (Michigan)
Posted on July 25, 2008
I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Type 1 is in my family but I am sure I can control mine with diet and exercise. Can you recommend how… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Nutrition Facts: Where to Look First

Question by Karla (Florida)
Posted on July 22, 2008
I know that dietary fiber is good. But what is more important when looking at nutritional information, dietary fiber or calories and fat content? I was comparing 2 oatmeals and… Read Full Q&A

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