Do you think 1300 calories is appropriate and how should I break down carbohydrates, protein, and fat?
First off, CFF is an abbreviation for "calories from fat" (I think that I picked that up from the fat-free newsgroup!).
The doctor has never given me any specifics regarding diet since my kidney removal, but his nurse suggested watching my protein intake. I'm afraid that I have no idea of how my calories should...
My grandmother’s sodium level is 123. I have relayed your suggestions to ask my grandmother’s doctors.
Thank you for responding so soon to my letter about my grandmother's sodium level. I was incorrect about her present count. It is at 123, not 143. I have relayed your suggestions to my mother so she can ask her doctors about testing for certain things. I appreciate your quick response and hope something...
My daughter says that white meat chicken has a higher fat content and I say that dark meat has the greater amount.
My daughter and I have been having a discussion on fat content in chicken. Specifically as to which has the higher fat content. My daughter contends that white meat has a higher fat content and I, of course, say that dark meat has the greater amount. In fact is there any difference?
Dark poultry (chicken...
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 breakfast to give me energy for the day? Or what foods should I stay away from or add to my daily diet in order to feel more energized?
Caffeine makes your...
My husband has high blood pressure and moderately high cholesterol. What can I cook?
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 needs to reduce the fat and cholesterol in his diet, he doesn't need to lose weight - he's 6'6" and 200 lb. He consumes approx.3500-4000 calories per day. My blood...
Why is my blood pressure is rising?
My blood pressure (systolic) is rising surprisingly (usually 130 or less, now up to 145 over the last month or so). We have changed our diet to lots of pasta, (controlling the calories) and less (very much less) meat. This is not a healthy move, just cooking from a great cookbook which has the...
The only time my HDL has been measured it was 43. Am I doing OK or should I be concerned?
My total cholesterol has been measured a large number of times (as a benefit of being a regular blood donor). It varies from a low of 109 to a high of 150.
The only time my HDL has been measured it was 43. My question is... Am I doing OK or should I be concerned?
Blood...
How much cholesterol is okay to consume on a daily basis?
I just did the Healthy Body Calculator and I had just one question. It stated that I should have as low as possible cholesterol intake daily, but the problem is I have a cholesterol count of 237 (175 of which is the bad cholesterol). Given that, how much cholesterol is okay to consume on...
Please clarify the percent fat content on food nutriiton labels.
1) My wife and I have recently switched from 1% to skim milk. What is the recommended type of milk for our two children, ages 8 and 9?
2) Please clarify the % fat content on food nutrition labels. I understand that a general guideline for gauging fat intake is no more than 30% of...
My husband is on a salt free diet, but he does miss his desserts. Can you suggest some?
My husband is on a salt-free diet (1-gram sodium). He's easy to please at mealtime with meat and potatoes, but he does miss his desserts to finish off a meal. He is not overweight. Can you suggest some salt-free desserts?
Any dessert that contains baking soda, baking powder, salt or buttermilk will be too high...