Q: I’ve heard that watermelon is a good source of lycopene. Is watermelon as good a source of lycopene as tomatoes?
Category: Health Talk
Health Questions Answered by a Nutrition Advisor.
Q: When it comes to how much sugar I eat, should I be more worried about the total amount I eat each day or how much I eat at one time?
Q: I’m overweight and I know that puts me at risk for lots of health problems. How much weight do I need to lose for my health?
Q: Does exercise increase your chances of developing plantar fasciitis or help protect against it?
Q: There’s been a lot in the news about genetic links to breast cancer. How does the influence of heredity compare to that of lifestyle choices?
Q: It seems to be so much harder to avoid weight gain as I’ve gotten older. Is it true that metabolism slows down as we age? Is there anything to do about it?
Q: We hear so much about antioxidant compounds in chocolate. What about cocoa and chocolate milk?
Q: Does someone with high blood triglycerides need to eat less fat?
Q: I’ve heard that strawberries have a lot of natural antioxidant compounds, but also that people can’t really absorb them. What’s the story?
Current studies show stress produces a domino effect on the body, eventually causing weight gain.