Monthly Archives: January 2010

Keeping Your Body Healthy

Over the last 50 years scientists have begun to study the relationship between the effects that vitamin D has on cancer risks. So in the 1950’s some scientists premeditated weather circumstances and health data in warmer areas of the world to authenticate that more the sunshine, more is the supply of Vitamin D, which was … Continue reading

I need a vegetarian diet, or a healthy overall diet, any suggestions?

I have no wieght issues just some health problems dr/nurse said I need to eat healthier any ideas, please remember the objective isnt weight loss. Here is one example of how to prepare a healthy, balanced menu for an entire day. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 10 to 30 minutes per meal. Here’s How: Breakfast: one … Continue reading

RA (Rheumatoid Arthritis) Gluten free diet?

I was diagnosed with RA in my early 20’s. After I had my son (23), I developed psoriasis and that began my trip into the hell of trusting your doctors (which I don’t- but I kind of do). I was and am continuously told that I will be in a wheelchair before I am 50. … Continue reading

Can something be done about the spam in the Diet & Fitness section please?

I’ve asked questions there where every single answer I got was a spambot advertisement. Almost always those answers outnumber the real answers. I’ve seen it all over the site but the highest concentration is there, with stuff like "I tried every weight loss diet and then found the miracle acai berry!" Ugh, it’s so annoying. … Continue reading

how can i cook healthy living beef strips without it being really tough ..?

and be like eating an old boot? do i not cook it as much or something? high heat? er, "healthy living" like the lean cuts from tesco? i already have it, i need to use it.. not get something else atm make it really really thin, like thin bacon. Then get a boiling pot of … Continue reading

How to promote healthy eating at a younger age ?

Okay so for my sociology class our task is to be an advocate for change in a social behavior or attitude. I noticed that children have bad diets because they are always eating junk food and the parents bring home fast food often and/or go out to eat. The thing i am trying to prove … Continue reading

What is a good weight loss diet for vegetarians?

Being a vegetarian for over 10 years, I now need to lose some of the weight i’ve put on in this time. Unfortunatly I must be eating an unblalance diet as i see plenty diets but most are for meat eaters none for us veggies. Any ideas for a good healthy Vegitarian weight loss program … Continue reading

Where can I get a free nutritional plan/outline on the internet?

I don’t want to lose weight…I just want to set up a plan that ensures that I am getting all that I should be getting as far as vitamins and minerals and appropriate amounts of fat/carbs/proteins. I don’t eat enough during the day and it makes me really tired but I’m never really sure what … Continue reading

What is the best substitute for carbohydrates? If there is such a thing.?

I have a really good friend and recently he had a mild stroke and is on a really strict diet, absolutely no charbo. It is really boring for him, and he is an elderly gentleman. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance to all who answer. Of course there is 10 pts up … Continue reading

How long before low-carb diet has long-term effect on blood sugar??

I am type 2 diabetic and I’ve been doing a low carb diet for a few weeks. However, my fasting sugars are still above 120 (just like before the low-carb.) Can anyone tell me how long it will be until my sugars start stabling out?? I’m only 28 (diagnosed late last year) and I’m only … Continue reading

what are some good healthy snacks a kid can make?

hey so im on steroids and eat everything up!! and i want to know some good healthy snacks i could make at him so i dont get to big. im not that good at cooking but if u could name like some easy make nachos or somethign like that, also i love cooking just not … Continue reading

What is a good low sodium dog food?

My dog has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure, and because of it, must be on a low sodium diet. Now, she is use to eating top quality grainless brands like Blue Buffalo and Taste of The Wild. Is there a brand like that that sells a low sodium recipe? ORIJEN BABY ORIJEN

How can I eat healthy while living in the dorms?

I don’t have to too much time or money to prepare food. I need some healthy options. I eat fruits all the time so thats not a problem. However, I need meal options. I like tuna fish so I eat tuna salad sandwiches A LOT. Any ideas are greatly appreciated. However I don’t want to … Continue reading

How would you react if someone famous for their healthy eating habits came up to you in a grocery store…?

How would you react if someone famous for their healthy eating habits came up to you in a grocery store and started "judging" your cart? Would want to punch them, or happily go along with it? By someone famous for their healthy eating habits I mean, like someone from the biggest loser, or perhaps some … Continue reading

Ketosis weight loss diet for vegetarians?

I am trying to start a ketosis diet to lose weight but I am a vegetarian. What are some good foods that I could eat? I read egg whites and cheese are good and protein powder, but no nuts. My main protein income is usually nuts and beans. Are beans still ok? And it says … Continue reading