Ask the Dietitian® Got questions about a healthy weight, healthy eating or anything about nutrition and food? Ask Joanne Larsen, registered dietitian and nutrition therapist.

Cancer

Does vitamin B17 cure cancer?

Joanne Larsen - September 27, 2016

My father has pancreatic cancer and someone sent me an e-mail saying that vitamin B17 is the cure for cancer, but that the FDA...

My husband had cancer surgery and his cholesterol is over 300.

Cancer September 29, 2016

What are dietary recommendations for leukemia?

Cancer September 24, 2016

Where can I find a dietitian who works with cancer patients?

Cancer October 3, 2016

What other than yellow and green vegetables contain anti-cancer compounds?

Cancer September 23, 2016

I’m a cancer patient with reoccurring of breast cancer.

Cancer September 28, 2016

Is albumin necessary for the diuretic to be effective?

Cancer October 1, 2016

Do you know if it is safe for patients to eat...

Cancer October 2, 2016

I have breast cancer and am taking a lot of supplements...

Cancer September 26, 2016

Diabetes

I was recently diagnosed with diabetes type 2 and have been...

Joanne Larsen - October 3, 2016

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I was recently diagnosed with Diabetes II. My doctor diagnosed it and then sort of brushed me off when I had questions. I have...

My father has borderline diabetes. What kind of doctor should he...

Diabetes October 11, 2016

I need exchange lists for Asian / Oriental and orthodox Jewish...

Diabetic Carb Counting & Exchanges October 7, 2016

I am very shaky and just do not feel well. I...

Diabetes October 6, 2016

I constantly crave sugar and know that this is symptoms of...

Diabetes October 17, 2016

Where would I find a low carbohydrate bread?

Carbohydrates & Glycemic Index September 25, 2016

How can brandy taste so sweet and not have any carbohydrates?

Carbohydrates & Glycemic Index September 25, 2016

Are supplement drinks and protein shakes good for diabetics?

Diabetes November 1, 2018

Is the glycemic index is credible?

Carbohydrates & Glycemic Index September 24, 2016

Dietitian Or Nutritionist

Dietitian Careers

Dietitian Careers

I work in corporate health and fitness. Would I need...

Joanne Larsen - October 5, 2016

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I am 3/4 of the way through my Master's program in Applied Physiology and Nutrition at Columbia University. I have my bachelor's in nutrition....

I am 39 years old. Am I too old nutrition...

Dietitian Careers October 13, 2016

I am a guy who is wondering what a dietitian does,...

Dietitian Careers September 24, 2016

How much would you make a year as dietitians or nutritionists?

Dietitian Careers October 23, 2016

What are the nutrition opportunities in the job market?

Dietitian Careers September 28, 2016

I am interested in pursuing a career in the field of...

Dietitian Careers September 23, 2016

A local club is advertising they have a dietitian. The individual...

Dietitian Or Nutritionist September 30, 2016

What are the advantages and disadvantages of dietitian work?

Dietitian Careers September 27, 2016

What’s the difference between a certified nutritionist and registered dietitian?

Dietitian Or Nutritionist September 23, 2016

Digestive Health

Milk Allergy & Lactose Intolerance

When my baby was six months old, he became allergic to...

Joanne Larsen - September 24, 2016

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When my baby was six months old, he became allergic to milk. His doctor switched him to soymilk. He hasn't had any milk since...

I began having pains in my abdomen and thought I was...

Digestive Health October 17, 2016

I am having a gallbladder attack.

Gallbladder Disease October 2, 2016

Is horse milk suitable for people who have lactose intolerance?

Milk Allergy & Lactose Intolerance September 30, 2016

My last three bowel movements have actually been green.

Gallbladder Disease September 30, 2016

Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who...

Food Allergies October 1, 2016

Is Psyllium Seed (in Metamucil) made of seaweed?

Fiber & Constipation September 27, 2016

A veterinarian told me that the milk from Fulani cattle in...

Milk Allergy & Lactose Intolerance October 8, 2016

Do you have any recipes for yummy liquid foods?

Dental & Oral Issues September 30, 2016

Eating Healthy

General Nutrition

When I eat asparagus, I find my urine has an odor.

Joanne Larsen - October 7, 2016

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When I eat asparagus, I find that my urine has a peculiar odor. Why is that? I understand this vegetable has cleansing abilities, if...

What are the nutritional benefits of beef?

General Nutrition October 11, 2016

What is the difference in nutritional value between white and yellow...

General Nutrition September 22, 2016

How many calories are in male ejaculate?

General Nutrition October 13, 2016

Are veggie chips actually healthy ?

Vegetarian & Vegan January 28, 2019

At holiday meals, I don’t want to feel left out. Yet...

Holiday Meals September 22, 2016

What about cooked cereal? Isn’t it better than cold cereal?

General Nutrition September 23, 2016

How do I extract juice from raw vegetables?

Cooking Hints October 2, 2016

I would like information about cellulite and how to reduce the...

Hair, Nails & Skin October 4, 2016

Fertility And Conception

Pregnancy & Morning Sickness

I am 23 weeks pregnant and would really like to know...

Joanne Larsen - October 3, 2016

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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...

Could my diet or my extra weight be interfering with my...

Fertility & Conception September 22, 2016

I’m 3 months pregnant and have gained 9 pounds in 2...

Pregnancy & Morning Sickness September 25, 2016

My doctor told me I should gain 20 to 24 pounds...

Pregnancy & Morning Sickness September 24, 2016

How many calories I should be taking to make sure my...

Breastfeeding January 29, 2019

What is the fat content of human milk?

Breastfeeding September 24, 2016

I’m pregnant and my doctor prescribed iron supplements for me. What...

Pregnancy & Morning Sickness September 23, 2016

Where can I find a dietitian who works with breastfeeding women?

Breastfeeding September 25, 2016

My wife has poor egg quality and her fertility doctors say...

Fertility & Conception September 23, 2016

Healthy Ages

Infants & Toddlers

Have you heard anything about steroids in Similac?

Joanne Larsen - October 1, 2016

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Please, could you tell me if you have heard anything about steroids in the formula "Similac"? I keep hearing this, but cannot find the...

My friends say my 2-year-old son is overweight.

Children September 23, 2016

I have talked about my weight with my mom and some...

Teenagers September 29, 2016

I weight 118 pounds and I’m 5 feet 3 inches. ...

Teenagers September 29, 2016

My 10-year-old daughter is large. My question is do you have...

Children September 29, 2016

My friend’s 1-year-old has constipation problems and has been put on...

Infants & Toddlers October 5, 2016

Where can I find a dietitian who works with teenagers?

Teenagers October 16, 2016

I am a 16 year old female who weight 160 pounds....

Teenagers October 14, 2016

My pediatrician told me to use Isomil on our 4-month-old boy....

Infants & Toddlers September 25, 2016

Heart Disease

High Blood Pressure, Stroke & Salt

What food tips for lowering high blood pressure might you have?

Joanne Larsen - October 1, 2016

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What tips food wise or otherwise for lowering high blood pressure might you have? If you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure (bottom blood...

I drink coffee but want to replace that with something healthier.

Caffeine January 29, 2019

If I eat two peanut butter sandwiches a week, would that...

Cholesterol, Saturated & Trans Fats September 28, 2016

Could you please explain the relationship between sugar, alcohol, and triglycerides?

Triglycerides September 24, 2016

Is potato sausage high in sodium or calories for a person...

High Blood Pressure, Stroke & Salt September 27, 2016

My big problem is cola. I am totally addicted and get...

Caffeine October 3, 2016

On a low salt diet, can I eat regular canned vegetables...

High Blood Pressure, Stroke & Salt September 22, 2016

What diet should I follow to gain weight without affecting my...

Cholesterol, Saturated & Trans Fats September 29, 2016

My cholesterol level was 220 and my triglyceride level was 304....

Triglycerides September 26, 2016

Immune Boosting

Colds & Flu

What foods can I eat when I have a cold?

Colds & Flu Joanne Larsen - September 22, 2016

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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,...

What foods can I eat when I have the flu?

Colds & Flu Joanne Larsen - September 23, 2016

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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...

My twin girls are always sick. Are there foods to boost their immune systems?

Colds & Flu Joanne Larsen - January 25, 2019

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I have twin girls who are 5 years old. Since they have started school it seems as if they are always kind of sick....

I am undergoing Intron-A treatment for hepatitis C. The nurse in charge of the...

Immune Boosting Joanne Larsen - September 22, 2016

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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...

Where can I find a dietitian who works with hepatitis or autoimmune disorders?

Immune Boosting Joanne Larsen - September 23, 2016

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Where can I find a dietitian who works with hepatitis or autoimmune disorders? The HIV / AIDS dietetic practice group of the American Dietetic Association...