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Grinding Split Peas Before Cooking and Diabetes 
Bhadra's Question: Does grinding then cooking dry split peas change the glycemic index of the peas? I am cooking for a pre-diabetic person and she …

What to eat with Acid Reflux 
Mark's Question: What can I eat to help with Acid Reflux? Also, I've been taking over-the-counter antacids; how long does it usually go away? …

Complementary proteins question 
Andrew’s Question: I am a reader of your website and I have a question. Does combining two different sources of protein from two different foods …

Low Iodine Diet 
Cheryl's Question: I am on a low iodine diet. What is the iodine content of chia seeds and flax? Suzy's Answer: This is an important question, …

Agave Syrup 
Shayla's question... Is agave syrup better than sugar for sweetening? My husband is on a diet and I make him these special cookies that are sweetened …

Is carrageenan bad for you? 
Jared's question... I have been hearing some bad things about an ingredient in foods called "carrageenan," and I was wondering what you think about …

Omega-3's 
Marilyn's question: Please print every food that contains omega 3's for those of us that are intolerant/allergic to fish and flaxseed. I am certain …

Why is breakfast important? 
Chrissy's question ... I usually don't eat breakast, and I don't understand why it's that important. Suzy's answer… This is such a great question! …

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 …

McDonalds Oatmeal
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 …

What is Diabetes? 
Midwest Mom's question... My son has been told that he has Type 2 Diabetes. I would like to know what that means. I know it is about sugar, but …

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's …

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 …

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 …

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Problems with Getting Older 
SMT's question... Hi Suzy! Ive been laid up for 7 weeks with back problems, so I've had a lot of time to look through your website. I am in my forties …

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, …

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 …

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 …

Eating Healthy
at Assisted Living Facility
 
Rose's Question... I am a senior interested in eating a healthy diet. Four months ago I moved into a facility which offers two meals a day. I make …

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 …

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 …

Getting Enough Iodine 
Carol's question... I cannot have either dairy or seafood because of severe food allergies. Therefore, from what other sources can I obtain iodine? …

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 …

How to get enough potassium 
Patricia's question... I have problems with my potassium level being low. Can you tell me which foods I should eat to get enough potassium? …

Diabetes and Fruit 
Kathy's Question... I have recently been diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Does this mean I can’t ever eat fruit again? We have so many homegrown …

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