The difference between ground flax and chia
Lisa TsakosQ: What is the difference between ground flax seed and ground chia seed? Can I consume then both at the same time? -Cindy A: Aside from a different ratio of o...
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Lisa TsakosQ: My question is the nutrition value in salba seeds. I've read that all seeds contain phytic acid and that it's not healthy for you. In other websit...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionI can get cracks in the corners of my mouth.
Lisa TsakosQ: I sometimes get cracks in the corners of my mouth. They come and go randomly. Should I be concerned?A: A painful crack that feels like a paper cut may form i...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionAre flaxseed and wheat germ good to have daily?
Lisa TsakosQ: I put flaxseed and wheat germ in my cereal every day. Is this a good idea? A: Both flaxseed and wheat germ are excellent fiber sources. Flax provides certain...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionIs Chocolate Actually Healthy?
Lisa TsakosQ. Is chocolate actually healthy? I've heard a lot about the antioxidant properties of chocolate. -Bernadine A: The antioxidants (polyphenols) in chocolate...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionWhat does the size of my stool represent?
Lisa TsakosQ. What does the size of my stool represent? A: The diameter of your stool is a reflection of the size of the last segment of your large intestine (the descendi...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionWhat % of My Diet Should be from Saturated Fat?
Lisa TsakosQ. I have read that an adult should not have more than 10% of their calories from saturated fat. Would this also be true for an active teenager? -Cathy A: Satur...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionDoes Healthy Chocolate Really Exist?
Lisa TsakosQ. I wondered if you heard of the "Healthy Chocolate". It is an unprocessed cocoa with the antioxidant properties of the acai and blueberry. This choc...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionDoes Blood Pressure Medication Cause Weight Gain?
Lisa TsakosQ. I am 64 years old, eat healthy, exercise daily and people say I look great for my age. Over the last 6 months I have gained almost 10 lb. I have been taking ...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionWhat is Gelatin Made of?
Lisa TsakosQ. I love goodies! I feel less guilty indulging in those that are relatively fat free such as gummy bears, licorice, wine gums, etc. and feel that I am better o...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionIs fatigue after meals a warning sign of diabetes?
Lisa TsakosQ. I get very tired after meals. Is this a warning sign of diabetes? I eat healthy and this happens even if I have a small meal. - Carrie A: Fatigue after meals...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionCommon Reasons for Fatigue
Lisa TsakosQ. Lately I have been feeling very tired during the day even though I get 7-8 hrs of sleep a night and I am exercising. Do you have any advice? A: Common reason...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionIs There A Very Low Carbohydrate Cereal?
Lisa TsakosQ. Can you please tell me if there are any very low carbohydrate cereals. I see Almond Breeze almond milk has an unsweetened drink, but I would love to eat some...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionWhat would you recommend for a fatty liver?
Lisa TsakosQ. What would you recommend for a fatty liver? - Molly A: First, maintain your weight and body fat within a healthy range. Exercise will help if it isn't a...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionThinning Hair or Hair Loss
Lisa TsakosQ. What is the best treatment for women for thinning hair or hair loss? A: For thinning hair or hair loss, the first thing to consider is whether there is a thy...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionHow Should I Take Garlic Supplements?
Lisa TsakosQ. I wish to take Garlic supplements as an immune booster. I read that you shouldn't take garlic with Aspirin or Omega3's. Is this true? If not true, ...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionDoes Whey Protein Cause Gas?
Lisa TsakosQ. I am doing heavier exercise now and I am taking BCAA's and some whey protein supplementation. I am experiencing heavy gas which, at times, is very uncom...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionWhat is the natural way to treat H-Pylori virus?
Lisa TsakosQ. What is the natural way to treat H-Pylori virus? -Vera A: Helicobacter Pylori is a bacteria rather than a virus. The spiral shaped bacterium drills through t...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionHow Much Flax Oil Should I Take to Benefit from it?
Lisa TsakosQ. I take 2 tablespoons of organic flax seed oil everyday (with breakfast and supper). How much should I take to really benefit from it? I have to say that, sin...
Read more...CategoriesGeneral NutritionDoes Low Fat Milk Affect Calcium Absorption?
Lisa TsakosQ. I read in your QA's that low fat milk (skim) affects calcium absorption. Can you explain this? Is there any research about this? -Jennifer A: Calcium is...
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