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...
How do you exchange soup in the exchange list?
How do you exchange soup with the Exchange List? I cannot find it listed in my booklet. I make both canned and homemade soup...
Is there a hypoglycemic diet which does not result in weight...
Is there a proven hypoglycemic diet which does not result in weight gain with moderate exercising?
What hypoglycemic diet is recommended to achieve the most...
After I eat, I feel heavy in my head an very...
I would experience low sugar spells before the following control habits. I have been on a dietitian planned diet (6-7 small balanced meals) and...
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...
I need to improve my digestive health
I need to improve my digestive health. I eat enough fiber, drink water and eat low fat, but I still suffer from bloating and...
I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome and lactose intolerance. What...
I was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) as well as lactose intolerance four years ago. I have cut out all forms of milk...
I have had a few patients wanting to know if they...
I am currently working as an outpatient dietitian. I recently have had a few patients wanting to know if they could take Chitosol as...
What is the difference between icing sugar and confection sugar?
I was looking to find the difference between icing sugar and confection sugar as a member of my family cannot use icing sugar in...
I’m 3 months pregnant and have gained 9 pounds in 2...
I'm 3 months pregnant and have gained 9 pounds in 2 months. I'm not sure what I should eat. Fruits, especially citrus fruits are...
What should a non-birth mother do if she wants to nurse...
Could you please answer what a non-birth mother should do (nutritionally) if she wants to nurse her infant child?
First, I would suggest talking to...
I had a daughter 3 yeas ago, gained about 60 pounds,...
I had a daughter 3 years ago. I gained about 60 pounds while pregnant. I dropped 40 of those pounds, but I just can't...
I am the parent of a child whose ADHD symptoms are...
As the parent of a child whose ADHD symptoms are managed by using an elimination diet similar to the Feingold program, I'd like to...
What are considered healthy fats and what are the health benefits?
What are considered healthy fats and what are the health benefits?
Healthy fats are unsaturated and come from vegetable sources (olive, peanut, Canola i.e. rapeseed,...
I drink coffee but want to replace that with something healthier.
I am a daily coffee drinker but am wanting to replace that energy with something healthier.
What are some foods I can add to my...
My hands swell up at night with ring mark on my...
I have a question about my hands swelling up at night. I even have a ring mark on my right hand from my fingers...
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...
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....
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 boyfriend is taking a pill called Parnate and his doctor...
My boyfriend is taking a pill called Parnate and his doctor gave him a list of foods not to eat. Can't he even have...
I take a vitamin supplement called carotene with 15 milligrams. Also...
I am taking a vitamin supplement called carotene with 15 milligrams. The label says it can be converted to vitamin A, maximum 25,000 IU....
One antacid a day and you will have your daily required...
You should eat one antacid a day and you will have your daily required calcium, according to my friend's doctor. Is this true or...
My grandmother is having surgery and can’t take prescribed blood thinner.
My Grandmother has in the past taken a commonly prescribed blood thinner. In the near future, her doctor will be removing a fatty tumor...
I am looking for any information you might have for hydrostatic...
I am a Physical Education major. I am looking for any information you might be able to email to me dealing with hydrostatic weighing....
I want to lose weight on a low calorie diet.
I really appreciate the time and effort you will take to answer my questions. However, I did look through your website and other websites,...
Are fat burners a waste of money?
Your site is very informative and helpful. Are fat burners a waste of money? Thanks for your reply.
Yes.
Save your money to buy healthy foods...
Do concerns about low carbohydrate with low calories apply to a...
I've read a couple of the Q&A articles under Ask the Dietitian® and noted your concerns on low-carbohydrate diets. You are probably familiar with...
