I have hypoglycemia. Should I eat the way my body reacts...

I have recently been diagnosed with hypoglycemia. I have been put on the proverbial high protein / low carbohydrate diet. In doing some research...

After eating breakfast, I become sleepy even though I do not...

I have type 2 diabetes. I have been monitoring my diabetes through a more or less strict diet and daily exercise. My A1c test...

Which should I follow to eat right – high blood pressure,...

I have high blood pressure, diabetics, 1st signs of kidney disease, also have had RNY I am wondering which is the best one to...

I have a problem with digesting corn, broccoli, peppers, cauliflower and...

I have a terrible problem with digesting corn, broccoli, peppers, cauliflower and other favorite veggies that I love. Recently I had an attack where...

My son was recently the victim of a violent crime with...

My son was recently the victim of a violent crime. He has facial injuries that make it difficult for him to eat. He's getting...

What is the effect if a person does not drink milk...

We would like to know if there is an effect if a person does not drink milk and just drinks sugar water? If so,...

I have morning sickness and am two months pregnant. What do...

I have morning sickness and am only about two months pregnant. This is my first pregnancy and I don't know what to eat to...

I have found nothing on Medline on calorie needs during multiple...

I am a dietitian working in a women's hospital. I noticed in one of your FQAs that you stated that you do not know...

My wife has poor egg quality and her fertility doctors say...

My wife & I have been told that her "egg quality" isn't good. We were told this recently after a "high tech" procedure was...

Prior to discharge from the hospital, I was told to go...

I was told, prior to discharge from the hospital, to go on a "low-fat" diet. However, I don't have an appointment with either my...

Is caffeine banned by the Olympic Committee? If so how much?

You mentioned that caffeine was banned by the Olympic Committee. This is only on the order of a dose of several (I believe it...

How much to pay a dietitian full time to manage a...

Hello, I was just surfing the web and was wondering if you could help me. I am doing a project for a public health...

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....

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,...

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...

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...

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...

I am a teacher and have assigned a written report on...

I am a teacher and have assigned a written report on pica. We are having trouble locating articles and just plain information on the...

Do you know of any other foods that might have higher...

Thanks to a response you gave a previous reader. I was able to copy the list of vegetables containing vitamin K. I am currently...

On the girls’ very best days, I’m lucky if they drink...

On the girls' very best days, I'm lucky if they drink 2 cups of milk. It's usually MUCH less. More like 1 cup and...

How many calories does the average alcoholic beverage have?

I have a question regarding alcohol, calories and weight gain. How many calories does the average alcoholic beverage have? And, is it typical for...

I am 45 pounds overweight. Should I track calories or fat...

I have heard many different opinions as to what to go by when trying to lose weight. I am about 45 pounds overweight and...

I am desperate need of a weight loss and exercise program.

I'm in desperate need of a weight loss and exercise program. Could you help? First, use the Healthy Body Calculator® to see how many calories...