Nutrition

The goji berry is also called the wolfberry. It is a bright orange-red berry that comes from a shrub that is native to China. In Asia, goji berries have been eaten for generations in the hopes of extending the ... continue reading  about  What are goji berries and what are their health benefits? Can they promote weight loss?

It is a myth that spicy foods or a stressful job can cause peptic ulcers. Doctors now know that a bacterial infection or some medications - not stress or diet - cause most peptic ulcers.Your doctor will help in... continue reading  about  I have bleeding stomach ulcers. What foods do I need to avoid? What foods are beneficial?

Eggs can be part of a healthy diet in moderation. Eggs have gotten a bad rap in the past because of their high cholesterol content. A single egg contains around 210mg of dietary cholesterol. The American Heart ... continue reading  about  If you are a healthy person in her sixties, what is a safe number of eggs one can eat each week?

Your question is an excellent one, and a hot topic in the world of cardiology and preventive medicine.Vitamin D is not a true vitamin since we can manufacture it in our bodies, through the action of UVB rays th... continue reading  about  I read recently that a vitamin D deficiency may be linked to increased heart disease. Should I be tested for this deficiency, and if I'm low, would a supplement take care of this increased risk?

Stevia is a sugar substitute. It is made from the stevia herb, a plant that is native to northeast Paraguay and a member of the chrysanthemum family. Stevia is currently grown in many places including Brazil, J... continue reading  about  Is Stevia real sugar or is it a substitute? Sometimes I feel weak and shaky after being off sugar for a few days, and when I start using it again, I feel fine. Could I start using Stevia instead of sugar? Are there any real health benefits in doing this?

I am a proponent of the intake of natural and healthy sources of cholesterol, such as eggs, for most people. Eggs are an excellent protein source with all nine essential amino acids and less than 0.5 grams of c... continue reading  about  What's the latest on cholesterol in the diet? Are eggs safe to eat? If so, how many in a week?

Seaweed is an algae that has unique health and nutritional properties. Types of seaweed available in the U.S. include:Nori. This kelp is rich in iodine, iron, and vitamin K and is high in protein. It's also a g... continue reading  about  I just discovered seaweed and really like it. I could easily eat it every day but I am concerned about how much is too much. Please give me guidelines and the types that are the safest to eat.

Smoothies can be a healthy way to get some of your recommended servings of fruits and vegetables for the day. It really depends on what type of smoothie you order or buy. Most smoothies from the market or a smo... continue reading  about  Are commercial smoothies healthy?

First of all, congratulations on your weight loss so far! Unfortunately, weight loss plateaus are a frustrating and all-too-common occurrence, even with weight loss surgeries. If you hit a plateau in the first ... continue reading  about  I had lap band surgery and I have lost 65 pounds, but I am getting discouraged because my weight seems to have stopped there. How many calories should I have a day? I am limited to about a cup of food three times a day.