It seems that when I drink coffee I get a headache.
It seems that when I drink coffee I get a headache. I could never understand this. I drink 2 cups per day (caffeinated) regular coffee. The headache starts hours after I drink the coffee or sometimes the next day. I would appreciate any input you would have concerning this problem. It certainly is a...
How much salt is in softened water?
Do you have any idea how much salt is in softened water? We recently had a water softener installed in our house. After watching my husband pour those 40-pound bags of salt in the tank, I began wondering how much salt we are getting in our drinking and cooking water.
Softened water is about ten...
Do you think 1300 calories is appropriate and how should I break down carbohydrates, protein, and fat?
First off, CFF is an abbreviation for "calories from fat" (I think that I picked that up from the fat-free newsgroup!).
The doctor has never given me any specifics regarding diet since my kidney removal, but his nurse suggested watching my protein intake. I'm afraid that I have no idea of how my calories should...
I’m having problems getting to sleep at night. Is dinner coffee keeping me awake.
I'm having problems getting to sleep at night. I'm worried that my dinner coffee may be keeping me awake. How much coffee is too much at night?
Caffeine only takes 15 to 20 minutes to get into your blood and the caffeine effect lasts up to 10 hours. If you have problems falling asleep at...
What is your opinion of Dean Ornish diet for reversing coronary heart disease?
What is your opinion of Dr. Dean Ornish's diet for reversing coronary heart disease? Is it possible to get too little fat in your diet? If so, what are the symptoms?
First, talk to your doctor before starting any diet or exercise.
Dr. Dean Ornish's diet incorporates whole plant-based foods (vegetarian) rather than processed foods (veggie...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who have high triglycerides?
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who have high triglycerides?
The Medical Nutrition and Nutrition Entrepreneurs dietetic practice groups of the American Dietetic Association provide medical nutrition therapy based on your diagnosis. They can take your food history and make recommendations to lower your triglycerides. Dietitians often have their own private...
How serious is triglycerides at 545?
I'm in the process of applying for life insurance. I just received the blood test results back and there are 3 elevated items. I read your information on triglycerides which was very helpful. However, mine is at 545 mg/dl. You mentioned that 150 was at the high end of normal. My cholesterol is at...
On a low salt diet, can I eat regular canned vegetables if I rinse them off before cooking?
I have high blood pressure and have been on a low salt diet. Can I eat regular canned vegetables if I rinse them off before cooking?
No, you should not eat vegetables canned with salt. Also, you cannot rinse the salt off before heating the canned vegetables.
I would suggest you buy frozen vegetables but read...
My hands swell up at night with ring mark on my fingers from swelling up.
I have a question about my hands swelling up at night. I even have a ring mark on my right hand from my fingers swelling up. Some of this swelling is heredity. I do know that because my hands swell form anything with too much salt, pork and certain hams. Is there anything that...
Your answer included the statement that the human body can make linolenic and arachidonic from linoleic.
The purpose of your service is great. Accurate nutritional information to the consumer is a must. I stumbled on your information concerning fatty acids and found some errors that I would like to clarify just for your information. Your answer included the statement that "the human body can make linolenic and arachidonic from linoleic....