Q. Is it true that farmed salmon do not contain astaxanthin, because the fish...
Q. Is it true that farmed salmon do not contain astaxanthin, because the fish is dyed rather than pink from consuming algae like wild salmon? Is this a reason to prefer wild salmon?
Q. Its not always convenient to eat fresh blueberries. How do frozen and dried...
Q. Its not always convenient to eat fresh blueberries. How do frozen and dried blueberries compare in nutrition and brain benefits?
Q. We eat lots of figs and the brand my husband prefers has potassium...
Q. We eat lots of figs and the brand my husband prefers has potassium sorbate as a preservative. Is potassium sorbate safe?
Q. Dark, leafy greens such as mustard and turnip greens are often recommended for...
Q. Dark, leafy greens such as mustard and turnip greens are often recommended for a variety of health reasons. But I never see beet greens included in such lists. Do they provide similar benefits?
Q. I understand that it is healthier to get calcium from food rather than...
Q. I understand that it is healthier to get calcium from food rather than supplements. Does the calcium added to almond milk count as a food or a supplement? Is there any risk of getting too much in this form?
Q. I was told that people taking statin medications for cholesterol should not consume...
Q. I was told that people taking statin medications for cholesterol should not consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice. Is this true? Is there any safe time span after taking my medication that I could have grapefruit?
Are Raw Onions More Nutritious Than Cooked Onions?
Onions are nothing to cry over. These flavorful bulbs are an excellent source of healthful chemicals: vitamin C, flavonoids, antioxidants, and sulfur compounds. Onions are nutrient powerhouses, whether eaten cooked or raw; however, raw onions have higher levels of sulfur compounds.
Q. Ive read in your newsletter that studies suggest the protein in milk binds...
Q. Ive read in your newsletter that studies suggest the protein in milk binds to flavonoids found in berries. Since most people eat berries in the morning with cereal and milk and since berries are the priciest element in that morning meal, what other liquid other than milk might be a substitute?
Q. My dentist recommended using a prescription fluoride toothpaste. If the water in my...
Q. My dentist recommended using a prescription fluoride toothpaste. If the water in my city is already fluoridated, does that contribute to the risk of possible overdose?
Q. Is vitamin K lost when a food is cooked or frozen?
Q. Is vitamin K lost when a food is cooked or frozen?