Diet & Nutrition


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

Vitamin C & Diabetes

Article by Amy Bragagnini, MS, RD
Posted on August 21, 2008
Could the green peppers on your salad or the spinach on your sandwich help reduce your risk of diabetes? A new study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine… Read Full Article

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

Good (for you) Eats at the Game

Article by Amy Bragagnini, MS, RD
Posted on August 02, 2008
Millions of Americans love sports. They faithfully watch their favorite team on television and better yet, they love to head out to the arena or ballpark for some live… Read Full Article

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

Choose “D” to help fight disease

Article by Amy Bragagnini, MS, RD
Posted on July 14, 2008
Vitamin D has been in the spotlight lately for its potential disease fighting properties. Research has investigated its potential for preventing osteoporosis, fighting depression, preventing multiple sclerosis, and most… Read Full Article

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

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