Thursday, 04/18/2013 at 03:02 PM
Q: What is the worst thing to eat after a workout? I’d like to splurge but am not sure what would do the least damage?A: Immediately after your exercise, I recommend that you limit or avoid ... Read More
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Monday, 04/15/2013 at 04:13 PM
Q: My friend told me to stop eating my favorite yogurt because it has carrageenan in it. Is she right?A: Carrageenan is a compound extracted from red seaweed that is added to improve the ... Read More
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Tuesday, 04/09/2013 at 04:51 PM
Q: Is it true your body can only process so much protein at once?A: No, it is not true. I have always found the idea that your body can only “use” a certain amount of protein funny, as what ... Read More
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Friday, 03/22/2013 at 06:22 PM
Q: Are there any diet changes that I can make that will actually boost my metabolism, or is that just hype?A: Generally the claim of “fat-burning foods” is technically incorrect, as most ... Read More
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Friday, 03/15/2013 at 01:59 PM
Novelty Easter candies have been lining grocery store shelves since retailers whisked away leftover Valentine’s sweets on February 15. And while you can’t deny the popularity of jelly beans ... Read More
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Monday, 03/11/2013 at 05:43 PM
Q: Will evening primrose oil help ease PMS?A: Evening primrose oil can be good for something, but treating the symptoms of PMS isn't one of them.Evening primrose oil is high in a rare omega-6 ... Read More
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Monday, 03/04/2013 at 07:11 PM
Q: Do I need to soak nuts, seeds, and grains before eating them to remove anti-nutrients? A: Soaking these foods in water for 12 is 24 hours is a common strategy to reduce their phytic acid ... Read More
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