Q. You frequently emphasize the importance of fish in ones diet. I eat little...
Q. You frequently emphasize the importance of fish in ones diet. I eat little fish but do eat significant amounts of shrimp and crabmeat. Does this qualify?
Q. Can too much soy cause thyroid problems? I drink a quart of soy...
Q. Can too much soy cause thyroid problems? I drink a quart of soy milk and consume edamame every day, and have been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid. Could there be a connection?
Q. I take a morning calcium and vitamin D as well as my multivitamin...
Q. I take a morning calcium and vitamin D as well as my multivitamin with breakfast. Am I impeding absorption of any of these vitamins and minerals by taking them together? With the multivitamin, could I be getting too much calcium?
Q. I bought some soy lecithin granules awhile back after reading they were supposed...
Q. I bought some soy lecithin granules awhile back after reading they were supposed to be good for my brain, then forgot I had them. Should I incorporate taking them into my daily routine or throw them away?
Are There Carcinogens in Roasted Nuts?
Concerns about carcinogens in roasted nuts centers on acrylamide, a compound formed when certain plant foods are cooked at temperatures above 250 degrees, especially by frying, baking, broiling or roasting for long cooking times. Cooking causes a chemical reaction between sugars in the food and an amino acid called asparagine, which in turn forms acrylamide. Among the foods most noted for producing acrylamide are potatoes, leading to concerns about French fries and potato chips.
Q. I have recently read that calcium supplements can be dangerous when not taken...
Q. I have recently read that calcium supplements can be dangerous when not taken with magnesium. Also, that the ratio of calcium to magnesium should be 2:1 or lower. Will you please have your experts answer whether this information is correct? I should be increasing my calcium for bone health but am worried about the negative effects.
Cutting Away Mold on Fruit: Is it Safe?
Molds are microscopic fungi that live on plant or animal matter, which can sometimes be seen with the naked eye. These organisms give off spores, which are responsible for their color. While many molds are harmless and beneficial, such as cheese, some molds cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems. Similarly, a few molds, under the right conditions, produce mycotoxins-poisonous substances that can make you sick. In many foods, mold invades deep within the food-not just on the surface. In some cases, toxins may have spread throughout the food.
Q. Is it safest to avoid grilling foods because of increased risk of colon...
Q. Is it safest to avoid grilling foods because of increased risk of colon cancer?
Q. I read in your newsletter that quinoa is a seed. Are all grains...
Q. I read in your newsletter that quinoa is a seed. Are all grains seeds?
Q. My husbands grandson, who is six years old, has type 1 diabetes. His...
Q. My husbands grandson, who is six years old, has type 1 diabetes. His parents were told by their medical team that carbs are carbs-they should count the carbohydrates the same whether he was eating white bread or whole-grain bread. This would seem to run counter to what Ive read in a number of sources for years. Can you explain, please?