From the category archives:

Food and Nutrition

Can high fiber diet be a curse or a cure for ulcerative proctitis, colitis and IBS?

November 11, 2011

One of my readers wrote to me the following comment.                                                         (I am posting just a part of her comment ). Lyza writes: I have ulcerative proctitis and arthritis–two seemingly conflicting [...]

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You got sick with Colitis or Crohn’s? You can blame your disease on this

July 29, 2011

At last, I see a scientific confirmation of my 25-year-old theory:                Colitis and Crohn’s can be caused by bacterial infection. It is known that Mycobacterium avium, subspecies paratuberculosis (MAP) causes intestinal disease in dairy cows. The same bacteria MAP has been found in patients with Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis. In one study, scientists have [...]

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The Shocking Truth About Artificial Sweeteners.

February 11, 2011

If you are trying to lose weight or have diabetes, artificially sweetened beverages and foods are being promoted to you by big food companies as a low calorie, sugar-free alternative to beverages and foods sweetened with regular sugar. We are being convinced that drinking a diet soda with a sugar-free cookie will help us to [...]

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Natural Relief for Cystic Fibrosis with Juicing & Diet

June 23, 2010

Question: Amy writes, “My daughter has cystic fibrosis and I’ve heard that juicing is beneficial. Do you have any suggestions?  Thank you.” Answer:  Amy, I can tell you’re a mom on a mission! Thankfully, juicing in combination with a mucus free diet can provide natural relief for your daughter & her Cystic Fibrosis symptoms. Regular juicing and dietary [...]

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Food Poisoning: How to Protect Yourself While Eating Out

April 23, 2010

Attention: New medical research indicates a clear connection between food poisoning caused by Salmonella and IBD (Ulcerative Colitis & Crohn’s). In August of 2009, the journal of “Gastroenterology” published a study by Dr. Kahng, which indicated that a large number of patients developed IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s) after being [...]

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Raw Food Diet. 5 Quick Tips on How to Avoid Bloating and Diarrhea.

January 24, 2010

Q: My Daughters and I have been on a vegan, wheat, glutten, sugar(even fruit) and dairy free diet for just 2 days so far, not 100% Raw but very close. however today we all experience really bad bloating and visiting the rest room too often. any tips on how to ease this discomfort? A: Galina [...]

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Water or Coke?

November 2, 2009

When I moved to USA in 1979, my drink of choice was Coca-Cola. I was literally addicted to this sweet, bubbly soda. Later after my college graduation with a BS degree in Food, Diet and Nutrition, I worked in New York hospital where my colleague nutritionist gave me an article about water and coke. After [...]

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Self-Defense Against Yeast Infection in IBS. The Hidden Connection That May Trigger Your Next Flare.

September 10, 2009

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by chronic abdominal pain, discomfort and bloating. But, there may be a hidden connection that triggers your next IBS flare-up. There have been cases where candida and IBS sufferers have found relief from both conditions through a single treatment. Candida symptoms are often similar to IBS. They include: IBS [...]

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Health Hazard: Pesticides Residue in Fruits and Vegetables! Here What You Should Do

July 26, 2009

So, you’re eating all the right foods, and it shows. You’re at a healthy weight because you eat all kinds of fruits and vegetables every day. That’s great. But there’s a hidden danger that most people don’t ever think about when they purchase their produce: pesticides. Scientists are increasingly in agreement that even small exposure [...]

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Mercury in Fish: Is Your Dinner Toxic?

May 27, 2009

Fish is one of the healthiest protein sources you can find on the planet. Plus, some species are ideal sources of omega 3 fatty acids. Study after study has shown that omega 3 has all kinds of benefits, including fighting heart disease, arthritis, cancer, and supporting immune system and brain function. But, as man has [...]

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