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Too Much Sugar?  Marilyn’s question…

Suzy, I'm curious, in the “Everyday Health” email I receive, the dietitian, Diane Henderiks (whose email address did not work ...

Foods to Gain Weight  Bill's question...

What foods will aid in gaining weight? I am 6' and 125lbs.

Normal weight for me is 165, but I have been sick and lost weight ...

Trading Addictions  Kristy's question...

Hi,

I am a 22-year-old recovering heroin addict. I have found that since I quit using, that I changed from that addiction ...

My Cream Soup has Curdled!  Montana's question...

I just finished making cream of chicken soup with veggies and after all the hard work, (and just like the last time, twice ...

Acid-reflux and Heartburn  Debbie's Question...

I have problems with acid reflux and heartburn. I take an over-the counter medication that helps, but is there anything I can ...

Eating Raw Legumes  Jim's questions:

After some reading on your page, I think I know the answer to my question, but I still have to ask.

I have been grinding dried ...

Eating Healthy Grains  Rachelle's question:

I was hoping just to get a quick list of some healthy "grains" to add to recipes for my family. I realize you have a whole ...

Confusing Health Studies  Don's Question...

There's been some recent news about nutrition. Some people are saying that too much iron reduces one's lifespan, yet calcium seems ...

Cast Iron Cookware  Don's Question...

I'm currently using some old non-stick pans, and believe me, only an old geezer like me would use them. I have an old cast iron ...

Causes of Cavities  Angela's question...

In the section titled "Wrong Carbs", you say that eating the wrong carbohydrates can lead to cavities. Cavities need three things ...

Dietary Fiber and Blood Sugar  Don's question

Hi Suzy, I have been wondering whether or not soluble dietary fiber will increase blood sugar. I have asked many physicians, and none ...

Is White Bread the Same as Sugar?  Shari's question...

My husband and I are having a disagreement, and I am hoping you can settle it. He says that eating white bread is the same as ...

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Diet  Corinne's question...

I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and the drugs I have to take really knock down my immune system. Working in a school, I get sick ...

Type 2 Diabetes  A definition of Type 2 Diabetes and how it affects your healthy eating lifestyle.

Gluten-Free Sandwich Bun  Marilyn's question...

Who has the best gluten-free sandwich bun when eating out? I so want a good hamburger! WITH a bun. Have any Chick Fil A's, Chili'...

How can I raise my HDL level?  Jerry's question...

I just had a biometric screening and all my numbers were good, including my total cholesterol at 143. However, my HDL cholesterol ...

Iodine Foods  Sue's question...

Does jelly contain iodine?

Suzy's answer...

The simple answer to this question is that jelly is not generally considered ...

Crazy Sexy Diet Review  Marisa's question...

I just heard about this new diet called "The Crazy, Sexy Diet." I need to lose about 40 pounds, and I am looking for a good ...

High Fructose Corn Syrup  Bill's question...

My friend sent me a link to a site about High Fructose Corn Syrup that basically says that it is the same as regular sugar and ...

Food and Fertility  Don's question...

Hi Suzy,

I understand that many men have a low sperm count. I'm in the process of trying to have a child, but it's not going ...

Getting Older  Discussion of getting older and how aging affects healthy eating.

Coconut Oil  Widjonarko Tjokroadisumarto's Question...

I cannot locate information about coconut oil in your website.

My question is, how do you see coconut ...

Fibromyalgia and diet  Susan's question...

My daughter, who is 25 years old, has been told by the doctor she has fibromyalgia. She says she doesn't want to live on drugs,...

Eating Gluten Free  Marilyn's Question...

I recently discovered I am gluten intolerant. Pre-mixed seasonings (i.e. chili mix, taco mix, meatloaf mix) and condiments are ...

Recovering from mononucleosis  Jeff's Question...

I have recently recovered from a serious bout with the Epstein Barr virus that manifested as mononucleosis. My liver and spleen ...

Acai Berry and Colon Cleanse Detox  Susie's Question...

Is the Acai Berry and Colon Cleanse Detox okay to do with diabetes? Also how long do you keep this up? A month, two or just ...

How much Vitamin D is enough?  Don's Question...

My dietitian advised me to take between 1000 and 2000 IU of vitamin D3 daily, and says she takes 3000 to 4000 IU. Is that too much?...

Eating Healthy Prior to Pregnancy  Russell's Question...

My wife and I are planning to have our first baby next year. Are there any foods she should be eating now to help make sure ...

Dried split peas and lentils  Kayy's question...

I ate some partially cooked dried lentils and split peas.....is this dangerous???

Suzy's answer...

Thanks for introducing ...

Sources of Omega-3 fats Besides Fish Oil  Marilyn's question...

I am allergic to fish. How can I get enough Omega 3 as needed for good heart health? Is there another way to take it in a capsule ...

Potassium and Iodine  Discussions of how to get enough potassium and iodine through healthy eating.