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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

Q&A: What Should I Eat to Gain Weight?

Question by Nadir12 (New Jersey)
Posted on July 09, 2008
I have lost about 10 pounds. I went to my doctor several times, but they could not find the reason. I feel fine, however I am on six types of… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What are Sugar Alcohols?

Question by Brady (Tawas)
Posted on June 24, 2008
When reading labels I notice that some things have “Sugar Alcohol” in them. Can you tell me how this differs from regular sugar or fructose? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Slow Cooking Vegetables

Question by Karen
Posted on June 18, 2008
Do slow cookers take the nutrients out of vegetables if slow cooked all day? Would I be better steaming or eating them raw? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Staying Slim and Trim

Question by tjturbo6 (Largo, FL)
Posted on June 09, 2008
What is the safest way to stay slim and trim? Read Full Q&A

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