I follow a hypoglycemia diet of 45% carbohydrate, 25% protein and...

I am really enjoying your web page. I just recently graduated from Junior College as a Dietetic Technician. But I am not ending my education...

Why is the meat group in the Diabetic Exchanges separated into...

Why is the meat group in the Diabetic Exchange List separated into three groups? Do I have to have so many meals from each...

I am very shaky and just do not feel well. I...

I was diagnosed with NIDDM (non-insulin dependent Diabetes Mellitus) about a month ago because of a glucose reading of 146 over a period of...

How do I make foods liquid for our son (18 years)...

Is there anyone at my hospital who you know who can help me find a way to make foods liquid enough for our son...

I have diverticulosis and have cut out lettuce, apples, peanuts and...

I have a condition called diverticulosis. It seems every Spring I get into trouble with it. I've already cut out lettuce, apples, peanuts, and...

How are these products listed on food labels other than peanut...

I was just diagnosed yesterday with several food allergies (as well as airborne allergies). They are nuts, the plum family (raw), beans/legumes (raw), peanuts...

I am pregnant and was told I am low in iron....

Hi, great page, thanks for the info, especially on iron! I am currently pregnant and was told that I am low in iron 11.9-12.2...

What is the fat content of human milk?

What is the fat content of human milk? Would you have a reference for this? Human milk has 1.3 gms of fat per fluid ounce...

What would you suggest the protein intake for a pregnant woman?

Hello. Thank you for your informative website. One question. What would you suggest the protein intake for a pregnant woman? Thanks for your attention. Check...

On the weekends, I go out for 12 to 20 beers....

I'm writing to you in regards to a physical that I had recently. I'm a male 28 years old, 5 feet 9 inches 220...

What do excess amounts of salt do to the body?

What do excessive amounts of salt do to the body? It would depend on how much excess salt (or salty foods) you ate in how...

Out of all the alcohol drunk, what percent of it is...

I think your website is excellent. I would like to know out of all the alcohol drunk, what percent of it is beer? A 2013...

Where can I find a dietitian who works with hepatitis or autoimmune disorders?

Where can I find a dietitian who works with hepatitis or autoimmune disorders? The HIV / AIDS dietetic practice group of the American Dietetic Association...

I am undergoing Intron-A treatment for hepatitis C. The nurse in charge of the...

I am undergoing INTRON-A treatment for Hepatitis C. One of the possible side effects of the treatment is suppression of the bone marrow"s ability...

What foods can I eat when I have a cold?

What foods can I eat when I have a cold? COLDS, UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS: Drink plenty of hot liquids. Water, tea, fruit juice, fruit drinks,...

What foods can I eat when I have the flu?

What foods can I eat when I have the flu? FLU, FEVER, VOMITING, DIARRHEA: If your symptoms include fever and/or vomiting, contact your doctor. The...

My twin girls are always sick. Are there foods to boost their immune systems?

I have twin girls who are 5 years old. Since they have started school it seems as if they are always kind of sick....

I take Lasix, for high blood pressure, which says I should...

I have been taking Lasix, a high blood pressure pill, every other day. Now, my doctor, has me taking one every day. The bottle...

What are ways to get iron if you do not eat...

What are other ways to eat iron if you do not eat red meat and iron supplement pills make you sick? While red meats are...

There have never been documented cases of nerve damage caused by...

There have never been documented cases of nerve damage caused by vitamin B6 at doses of less than 500 milligrams a day. Please provide...

How long should it take me to lose 30 pounds?

I'm a 42-year-old male and am fighting a weight battle. The only diet that has worked for me is meat and vegetables. I cut...

How many calories would I have to burn to lose 1...

I searched your Q&A. If I keep my eating habits close to where they are now, how many calories would I have to burn...

I’m taking a diet product called Omni Trim which is supposed...

I recently started taking a diet product called Omni Trim. Have you heard of it? Is it supposed to curb your appetite and speed...