I was diagnosed with oral allergy syndrome and I have had difficulty finding a balanced diet to eat.
I was diagnosed with oral allergy syndrome (OAS) recently and I have been having difficulties finding a balanced diet to eat. Hoping to find suggestions, I looked on the Allergy Q&A. However, I found your advice, particularly to one with my disease. One of the questions pertained to an allergy to cantaloupe, watermelon, and...
What is the percent of fat content in whole milk as compared to 2%?
May I know the % of fat content in whole milk as compared to 2%? Thanks.
Whole milk is 3.5% (approximately as it depends on the cow's feed) and 2% contains just 2% fat. There is approximately 1 1/2 teaspoon of butterfat in whole milk, 1 teaspoon of butterfat in 2% milk, 1/2 teaspoon of...
Why is heartburn in a symptom of hypochlorhydria?
Why do you say heartburn is a symptom of hypochlorhydria? Heartburn is usually associated with lower, lower esophagus sphincter pressure and increased acid reflux into the esophagus. See Castell work on reflux, heartburn, and diet.
Heartburn is a symptom of both hypohydrochlorhydria (too little stomach acid) and hypohydrochlorhydria (too much stomach acid). The dietary treatment...
What can I eat with acid reflux, IBS, lactose intolerance, and diverticulosis?
I am a 58-year-old female who is a bit of a challenge, I have been diagnosed with acid reflux, IBS, lactose intolerant, and diverticulosis (the less severe one). What can I eat, NOT what I cannot eat? Any suggestions? My life is miserable. One thing or another causes problems. Your help would be appreciated!
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I breastfed my daughter until she was 6 months old. Then 2% milk, but she had bad cramps and diarrhea.
I breastfed my daughter until she was six months old. Then I switched her to 2% milk. She had bad cramps and diarrhea. Her doctor did lots of tests on her after she was taken off milk. He also gave her a calcium supplement. She was four years old last summer and can now...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who don’t tolerate wheat or gluten?
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who don't tolerate wheat or gluten?
The Medical Nutrition and Nutrition Entrepreneurs dietetic practice groups of the American Dietetic Association provide medical nutrition therapy based on your diagnosis. Dietitians often have their own private practice nutrition counseling services in addition to services provided in a...
Could you help me with information about fibromyalgia, candida albicans, leaky gut syndrome and chronic fatigue syndrome?
I am a clinical dietitian and wonder if you could help me track down accurate information on fibromyalgia, candida albicans, leaky gut syndrome and chronic fatigue syndrome. I find there is an increasing number of outpatient consults referring to these conditions. Thank you
I have some friends whose daughter has fibromyalgia and have searched the...
I have a horrible metallic feel, not taste in my mouth.
I have a horrible metallic "feel", not really a taste in my mouth. I went to my doctor and he said I need all my fillings out because of a leakage that can cause a problem with the "electrical" system in my body and possibly lead to cancer later.
I went to my dentist and...
How do I make foods liquid for our son (18 years) whose jaw is wired shut?
Is there anyone at my hospital who you know who can help me find a way to make foods liquid enough for our son (18 years) whose jaw is wired shut due to orthognathic surgery for orthodontic treatment? High-calorie protein powdered foods are too thick even when thinned. He has lost 15 pounds already...
My husband has celiac sprue, which is hard for me to cook.
My husband has celiac sprue, which is hard for me to cook for. If you have any information on this, I would like to have it. He can't have anything with wheat, oat, rye or barley.
Celiac sprue results in a permanent intolerance to gluten, which is the structural protein component of wheat, barley, and...