Proper exercise and intake of healthy food can help alleviate common types of body pain such as neck, joint and back to name a few; as confirmed by the Arizona pain management experts at the Arizona Pain Network
What other than yellow and green vegetables contain anti-cancer compounds?
It is becoming widely known that yellow and green vegetables and cruciferous veggies contain a number of compounds (such as beta-carotene which helps protect...
I’ve been trying to eat fewer animal sources of protein, but...
I have IDDM (Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus) and am a 37-year-old female, 5 feet 2 inch, 58 kilograms (128 pounds), 57-gram protein/day meal plan,...
I am a diabetic and weigh 130 pounds. I would like...
I am a diabetic and weigh 130 pounds. I am 5 foot 6 inches and would like to start dieting. I currently eat 900...
My internist diagnosed me with reactive hypoglycemia after 2 years of...
Last month my internist finally diagnosed me to suffer from "reactive hypoglycemia" after 2 years of struggle with a series of doctors. He told...
I am interested in pursuing a career in the field of...
I'm interested in pursuing a career in this field. Any suggestions? Any response would be appreciated.
Check out the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics's home...
What are the symptoms of celiac disease?
I have a few comments on your gluten response. Its symptoms are continuous diarrhea, cramping abdominal pain, weight loss, and anemia. These are just...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who have gallbladder problems?
The Medical Nutrition and Nutrition Entrepreneurs dietetic practice groups of the...
I read in a magazine about ProFibe. Do you know where...
I recently read in a magazine about ProFibe. I am having a lot of difficulties locating it in the natural food stores. Can you...
What can I do about splitting nails?
What can I do about splitting nails on the hands? Could it be related to my diet?
Splitting nails typically are more often caused by...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with breastfeeding women?
Where can I find a dietitian who works with breastfeeding women?
The Women's Health dietetic practice group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics specializes...
I gained 30 pounds during pregnancy and lost none of it...
My first baby was born last September 24. I gained about 30 pounds during pregnancy and have lost none of it even though he...
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...
Would you serve your children KoolAid with sugar or NutraSweet?
Would you serve your children Kool-Aid with sugar or NutraSweet?
My children never drank Kool-Aid as I didn't 't buy it. I also didn't buy...
My husband had a heart attack on Monday and angioplasty surgery...
My husband just had a heart attack on Monday and had angioplasty surgery Tuesday morning. I brought him home and cannot find an appropriate...
I have high blood pressure. If I get put on Cortisone,...
Thanks for your speedy reply. My question too is why is my thyroid now hyperactive? I am to get a second opinion, but asked...
I’m in a 100-mile bike race and heard that caffeine may...
I am going to be in a 100-mile bike race in July and have heard that some caffeine may help me last longer and...
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...
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,...
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 RN working in an intensive care unit and...
I am an RN working in an intensive care unit at a local hospital. For our patients on a ventilator, we must calculate the...
I am a 24 year old masters swimmer and getting cramps...
I am a 24-year old masters swimmer. I have been getting cramps - calf and toe- a lot recently. On the advice of the...
Should a man who eats red meat and supplements with a...
Given an active male who eats a well-balanced diet, including red meat, green, leafy vegetables, and whole grains, and, who additionally supplements his diet...
I’m on a cardiac diet with Coumadin therapy – What foods...
I'm on a cardiac diet with Coumadin therapy - What foods should I avoid?
Coumadin is prescribed to prevent blood clots and increase the amount...
I want to reduce my body fat down to 9 to...
Thanks for taking the time, your feedback was a welcome sight!
According to "rough" estimates, I am somewhere between 11-13% body fat. There are a...
My fiance has been trying to lose weight using a low...
My fiance has been trying to lose weight using a low carb diet. She is just slightly overweight and has never really been dedicated...
What is NutraSweet?
What is in NutraSweet? It tastes good and doesn't leave a bitter aftertaste like saccharin.
NutraSweet is the brand name of aspartame. Aspartame contains two...
My girlfriend is bulimic and do not know how to approach...
Hi. My beloved girlfriend is bulimic. Although I am studying to be a clinical psychologist, I am unable to assist her with her problem....
