Thursday, March 15, 2007 - Posts

• Calories in Alcoholic Beverages

  Q: I would like a list of the calories in alcohol. ie: rum, cognac, vodka, etc. A: There are approximately 105 calories in 12 ounces of light beer, 150 calories in 12 ounces of regular beer, 70 calories in a four-ounce glass of wine, 115 calories in 1.5 Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:48 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Safe Foods for Type 2 Diabetes

  Q: We need to provide lunch for a Type 2 diabetic. What can she eat for lunch? A: A diet that is high in fiber and complex carbohydrates and low in fats is recommended for persons suffering from Type 2 diabetes. Good foods include raw fruits and vegetables, Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:47 AM by Barb | 1 Comments

• Dieting with Little Mobility

  Q: I have been on a diet for one month and have not lost any weight at all. Can you help me? I am 62 years old and am in a wheel chair most of the time. I can walk very little and am on lots of medications. – Sally A: Without knowing what sorts of medications Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:45 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Sustainable Diet Plans

  Q: I need some help! I want to lose weight but am not sure where to start. With so many diet options out there, I need to know what the best way to lose weight is. I don't have money to go on fancy diets, I don't eat "weird" food items, and I really don't Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:37 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Exercise for Weight Loss

  Q: How many times a week should a person exercise and for how long? I'm 47 (female) and quit smoking one year ago and need to get some weight off. I started doing the Leslie Sansone tapes “Walk away the Pounds" 1 mile (20 minutes) and 2 miles (40 minutes). Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:36 AM by Barb | 1 Comments

• Soy Nuts as Healthy Snack

  Q: Are soy nuts (unsalted ones) a good snack food? I've quit smoking and have been eating Red Hots (cinnamon candies) as a substitute - now I've put on some weight. I would like to use the soy nuts instead of Red Hots. – Susan A: Soy nuts, particularly Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:32 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• High Fiber Diets

  Q: I just had surgery and was told to go on a high fiber/low fat diet would be good for severe diverticulitis. What cook book would you suggest or what diet plan would be good? - Patti A: There are a couple of diet plans that may be helpful to you. The Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:32 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Diet for PCOS and Hypothyroidism

  Q: I am blood type A and I also have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and an under active thyroid. What is the best diet for both of these conditions? A: Both PCOS and hypothyroidism cause weight loss and the diet recommendations are fairly similar Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:31 AM by Barb | 2 Comments

• Tips for Lowering Cholesterol

  Q: I just had my labs done and I am terrified to see my lipid panel that is through the roof! I was not fasting, but even so, it should not be this high. I just started a 25 minute a day walking program from home, as I need to lose 35 pounds. Please tell Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:28 AM by Barb | 1 Comments

• Diet Information for Diverticulitis

  Q: Can you provide some dietary recommendations for a person with diverticulitis? - JW A: A diet that is high in fiber and liquids is best for someone with diverticulitis. Products that contain psyllium fiber are best because they do not produce as much Read More... Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:26 AM by Barb | 8 Comments