My triglycerides were the highest the doctor ever had seen and my cholesterol was at 308.
I went in for a physical recently and was informed that my triglycerides were the highest the doctor had ever seen (875) and my cholesterol was at 308. All other aspects of the physical went well. I went again today for another blood lab after fasting from the evening the night before.
I am 32...
How many calories does the average alcoholic beverage have?
I have a question regarding alcohol, calories and weight gain. How many calories does the average alcoholic beverage have? And, is it typical for drinkers (depending on amount) to gain or lose weight? Thanks so much.
Alcohol has been found to stimulate the appetite and 1 drink before meals have been prescribed for adults with...
My triglycerides are over 700. I cut out sugar, sweets and my Cokes to only 2 a day.
My triglycerides are over 700. My cholesterol was normal. I have done everything to bring it under 700. I cut out sweets, sugar, and my Cokes to only 2 a day Is that still too many?
I am 60 lb. overweight. I have cut fat percent to 15 grams a day and calories to 1700....
Which diet pop has the least amount of salt in it?
Which diet pop has the least amount of salt in it? I've been drinking four to five cans of diet pop a day. I've read it contains lots of salt.
Diet pop contains less than 100 milligrams of sodium per 12-ounce can. That amount of sodium is less than one slice of bread. Diet colas...
My husband had a heart attack on Monday and angioplasty surgery Tuesday morning.
My husband just had a heart attack on Monday and had angioplasty surgery Tuesday morning. I brought him home and cannot find an appropriate diet for him based on the information on his discharge papers.
It says no iceberg lettuce and no broccoli and just about everything I thought that you could eat isn't right....
You mention that linoleic acid is the only truly essential fatty acid. Linolenic is an omega 3 fatty acid.
On the nature of EFA's, you mention that linoleic acid is the only truly essential fatty acid (EFA). While this may be so, it glosses over the effects of an undersupply of linolenic acid in the diet, because when eicosadienoic acid is synthesized and substituted for (gamma) linolenic acid in the w-3 eicosanoid pathways,...
Could you tell us how the caffeine content of soda, chocolate and decaf compares to coffee?
We were wondering several things. We are concerned about the health risks of caffeine and wonder if you could tell us how the caffeine content of soda, chocolate and decaf compares to coffee (how many milligrams of caffeine for one serving of each?) Also, we have heard caffeine depletes calcium content. is this true?...
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...
Is potato sausage high in sodium or calories for a person on high blood pressure medication?
Is potato sausage high in sodium or calories? Should a person on high blood pressure medication eat potato sausage?
Sausage is high-fat meat and contains about 100 calories per ounce and approximately 390 milligrams of sodium per ounce. For a three-ounce serving that equals about 300 calories and 1170 milligrams of sodium. A person with...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with patients who have heart disease or high cholesterol in my area?
I am looking for a dietitian who works with patients who have heart disease or high cholesterol. Where can I find one in my area?
If you are looking for a dietitian with expertise in cardiovascular (heart) disease go to Find a Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutritionist (SCAN) and click on your state on the...