Nutrition
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Vegan Diet for Children
Asked by N.F. from Chicago
on October 30, 2010
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Just wondering...how healthy is a vegan diet for a 1 yr old? She's been on a vegan diet since birth. What are pros and cons? Thanks.
Side note: this is not my c...
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- My husband is Vegan, I am vegetarian, and we decided to raise our daughter Vegetarian. I think it is a fallacy that Veggie eaters can't get enough protein. There is ...
- I have a girlfriend that is vegan. It is healthy and there are ways to get the fat and protein they need without meat. She uses avocados for some of the fat (excelle...
- I do not agree with a vegan diet at all, however I am not taking your choice from you or saying you are wrong it is just not for me, nor do I understand the choice. I...
I Need a Diet Buddy
Asked by F.H. from Phoenix
on April 12, 2012
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Is anyone out there trying to lose a couple pounds (or more!) and want to be in touch and encourage each other? I thought maybe we could email/facebook and be account...
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- Have you looked into SparkPeople? I think they have a group of people that do exactly that.
- Too bad I am in Tempe, and have no car. Wish we could go and workout together. However, I got healthy body when I do this: * food combining diet, it is really easy...
- Maybe, but not til the Easter candy and HB eggs are gone. :(
Good Diet Information..
Asked by J.C. from Kansas City
on October 15, 2011
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Hi everyone! Just wondering if anyone had any good diet information? Hubby and I are starting diets.. we know the food pyramid, etc. but I was wondering if there's a...
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- I heard yesterday that eating 1 gram of fiber burns 7 calories. So high fiber sounds like a good place to start. :) I haven't looked into this much, but I have hear...
- Dinner tonight for us is this: http://www.padmaskitchen.com/2011/05/quinoa-with-roasted-chicken-and-veggies.html Drink green tea, it's an appetite suppressant. Buy l...
- Studies have shown that the ONE thing that seems to help with weight loss success is keeping a food journal. If you write down EVERY SINGLE THING you eat, you can see...
Party Hosting & Diet Requirements
Asked by K.D. from Detroit
on July 14, 2011
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Hello-
Over the past couple years, there have been some diet changes in our family/extended family. Two of my cousins (& thier families) have gone totally vegan. ...
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- I would include a note to her and just say. We really want you guys to attend however we really have to stick to our budget. The only "vegan" food we will be offering ...
- Since it is family, I would have no qualms about calling them and just sharing the facts and ask them if they would like to bring something,e tc as Krista P suggested....
- Invite them to bring a vegan dish or 2 to share with the whole family! Just make sure that you either ask them to be aware of the gluten or make sure your son doesn't...
PCOS Diet Ideas. I'm Lost.
Asked by S.R. from Kansas City
on June 14, 2011
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I was recently (last week) diagnosed with Insulin Resistant PCOS, (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). My OB is going to give me a referral to a nutritionist once I check wi...
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- With PCOS - you need to check and read labels. It's not fun and it's not easy. Many processed foods have chemicals in them that only elevate the PCOS symptoms (faci...
- Because of cancer, I am following a similar diet. But also eliminating dairy products and meat. Smoothies are a great way to get those veggies in. I put fruit and v...
- Wow you couldn't have posted this at a better time!! I'm in the process of getting more educated on this whole PCOS because I'm TTC and it's become very difficult. So ...
Brat Diet?
Asked by D.M. from Joplin
on February 23, 2011
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what all is in the brat diet for the runs?
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- I think the brat diet is for any illness, I may be wrong Bananas Rice Apples Toast The most important thing with runs is to keep the baby well hydrated. If the...
- Yep, bananas, rice, applesauce and toast really help. Some people will also say tea but the problem with tea is some of the teas that stop diarrhea in some people giv...
- One problem is that we rush back to regular food to quickly so maybe stay on this longer than the child may like, within reason. Going back to food too quickly can st...
Picky Eaters
Asked by L.M. from Dayton
on March 23, 2011
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I am having a horrible time grocery shopping. I write a list every week of what we need but when we get home it seems like I bought nothing to make for an actual meal...
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- Look at the recipes on kraftfoods.com -they have a section for picky eaters. Also, something that we found out that helped, was if the child coudl help make the meals...
- HOUSE JOKE FOR PICKY EATERS - "Eat It Or WEAR It"! Hi L., Your kids didn't get that picky without some help! First what is your grocery budget? Then start ...
- I would have to disagree with L....some kids are just picky! That being said, in our house, if they tried everything they could then eat a yogurt if they were still h...
Eating Healthier
Asked by S. from Denver
on February 6, 2011
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Our family needs to start eating healthier and have healthier snacks on hand. When I think I am eating healthy, I find out its not healthy at all. So I wanted to see...
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- something I struggle with (and I'm a marathoner and meet with nutritionists often, attend boot camps 2x a week and training 2x a week) is that I'm always on "the go", ...
- Jessica Seinfeld has some good healthy recipes for families that are easy to make and low cal. As far as snacks go some nuts are healthy or an apple with some cheese,...
- I'm in the same boat. Allrecipes.com has some good healthy meals that my whole family enjoy. I too have a snacking issue, but I try to stick to celery, carrots, the la...
Gestational Diabetes Diet Ideas
Asked by L.K. from Detroit
on December 18, 2008
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I found out yesterday that I have GD. I'm 30 weeks and leaving to go out of town this evening. I can't get in to see dietician until late next week. I seem to be findi...
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- I've never had GD, but I worked with a nutritionist for low amniotic fluid for my second pregnancy. Her beliefs (which are common amongst nutritionists) were that mos...
- Wow, I really can't add anything more than Debbie said! I had GD with my first (not my second) and the diet really isn't that hard once you get the hang of it.
- Hi L., Wow, Debbie really gave you a comprehensive answer. I do not have a great deal to add. I did not have GD, but my girlfriend did with 3 of her 4 kids. She ba...
Picky Eater
Asked by M.M. from San Diego
on December 15, 2009
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My little one is turning 2 soon , and he is a very picky eater. I was thinking of giving him a nutritional drink to supplement if he misses a meal. Any recomendations ...
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- Try one by animal parade... they have one called 5 which has fruits and veggies... normally we can get the carbs and proteins in to them... just not the other.
- I give my 3yr old PediaSure and he loves it! Not sure what to do about my son either, cuz he is the most pickiest eater. he never wants to try new things, so I really...
- absolutely, with out a doubt, Vemma Next. it has absolutely everything you want including dha and it's in liquid form! tastes like cream sickle. we get ours from w...
