I had surgery for cancer of the throat and have a...
Last year, I had surgery for cancer of the throat. My surgery has healed and I've completed a series of radiation treatments.
Since then I...
I’m a diabetic who eats 4 – 5 servings of nuts...
I'm a type I diabetic who eats an excess of nuts, 4 - 5 servings per day, (typical 2 tablespoons - 1/4 cup). I'm...
Couldn’t my husband just cut out sugar and sweets instead of...
My husband was just diagnosed as having diabetes. He's not taking any shots or pills. His doctor suggested we see a registered dietitian to...
How do I find a registered dietitian in my area that...
What is the best way to find a registered dietitian in my area that specializes in diets for type 2 (?) diabetics? What questions...
Where did you go to college? Where are there some good...
I would like to know where you went to college and where are some good schools to become a dietitian. Thanking you in advance.
For...
I tried an elimination diet with the aid of a dietitian...
Thank you for your prompt reply. I spent some months on an elimination diet in 1992 with the aid of a dietitian who specialized...
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...
My stomach is quite inflamed and am still experiencing pain with...
I have recently been diagnosed with possible gallbladder disease. This has not been confirmed yet as the blood work and ultrasound has not been...
Could you analyze my diet?
Hi, I'm 18 years old. I wanted to write you and ask if you could analyze my diet. Nothing too technical, just a straight...
I am 23 weeks pregnant and would really like to know...
I'm wondering if you can answer my question in regard to calories and pregnancy. I am 23 weeks pregnant and would really like to...
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...
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.
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How much should a 16 year old weigh?
How much should a 16-year-old weigh?
Have you tried my Healthy Kid Calculator®? Click on the link in the calculator box in the left navigation.
Depends...
My husband has high blood pressure and moderately high cholesterol. What...
My husband has high blood pressure (140/95) and moderately high cholesterol (210). He is currently taking medication to control his blood pressure. While he...
My doctor feels that my triglyceride level calls for a Type...
I am a type 2 diabetic and recovering from a stroke. My doctor feels that my triglyceride level calls for a TYPE 4 hyperlipoprotein...
How much salt is in softened water?
Do you have any idea how much salt is in softened water? We recently had a water softener installed in our house. After watching...
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...
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 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...
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...
For the last 5 months when I work, my feet ache...
For the last 5 months the days I work my feet ache and burn. I'm a cashier so I am on my feet, but...
I am in excellent health except for a leg ache that...
I had been on Phen/Fen about a year- just working out to try to get my weight down. I am in excellent health except...
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...
I am concerned about the yellowish orange tint my skin has...
I am becoming concerned about the yellowish - orangish tint that my skin has developed. It is most noticeable on my palms and the...
How can we get my wrestler son down to weight in...
I am the 48-year-old father of an 18-year-old high school wrestler. My son's weight at the start of practice (Nov.) was 118 pounds. By...
What is a safe calorie amount for a man and woman...
What is a safe calorie amount for a man and woman to be on to lose weight? Thanks
It depends on height, weight and amount...
I am actually bulimic and a cutter because I feel so...
I think that your calculator is messed up. People feel bad about themselves as it is and I don't think that it makes them...
She wants to lose another 20 pounds through excessive exercising and...
I wrote you yesterday about a friend. She is 5 feet 4 inches and weighs 100 pounds. As you said she showed signs of...