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DEAR DR. BLONZ: In an interview, a well-known doctor (and author of several books) said that fructose was a "demon" to be avoided because it causes glucose to be created and leads to insulin resistanc... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Is it possible to eat too many carrots? I usually have about 10 carrots a day. Should I be limiting my intake? -- B.B., El Cerrito, California... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: My close friend continues to recover from an emotional blow, after which she was unable to eat for many days. With no real appetite, and at my insistence, she finally started to eat, b... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am working on many angles to avoid Type 2 diabetes, which runs in my family. I have borderline blood sugar issues, but unlike others in the family, I have improved my diet and now go... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Are oysters a good source of nutrition, and can they help keep me healthy? Which oysters are more nutritious: the big or the small ones? -- J.B., via email... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am looking for help with a family debate. On weekdays, my husband has a meal replacement bar for both breakfast and lunch while at work, plus a banana or apple on occasion. We have v... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Many types of canned and processed foods have hydrolyzed soy protein, vegetable broth and casein listed as ingredients. Why are they added? Should I be concerned about these ingredient... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: My nutritionist friend keeps telling me that calcium from fat-free milk products is not absorbed into the body. She says calcium needs to be consumed with a little fat in order to be a... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I have been using different types of paprika to season foods, and one of my favorites is smoked paprika. I have seen articles that we should avoid paprika from Hungary due to high leve... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I know we need to avoid excess carbohydrates, especially sugars, and I have been doing that. Lately, I've been noticing that after an occasional consumption of anything with a remotely... more

DEAR READERS: There are many letters in the queue with questions involving homeopathy. Rather than responding to each, this column addresses homeopathy as a general topic.... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I read the ingredient lists on the products I buy, in addition to the Nutrition Facts labels, and stick to whole foods whenever possible. I would like some background information about... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: A recent letter asked about eating corn -- the writer, also from Tulsa, related a fear of eating corn stemming from some "doctor videos" they had seen. You replied that eating corn isn... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I mainly use wooden cutting boards when I prepare food, with some plastic boards as backups. The boards are used for trimming meats, chicken and fish, as well as chopping vegetables. I... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Please help me with an ongoing discussion: Is there a significant difference between a vitamin made synthetically and one from a natural source, if taking it as a supplement? I was als... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I use canned tuna to make tuna salad for sandwiches. How much of a difference does it make whether the tuna is packed in oil or water? Is there more of the omega-3 fats present in the ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I read your recent column on cans, solder and BPA. For years, I have been boiling water for tea or coffee in an old kettle, which has green stuff all around its exterior bottom surface... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: A famous medical doctor does these videos where he recommends the elimination of all corn from the diet for optimal mental and physical health. He doesn't refer merely to corn syrup, w... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: My family and I left town, and when we returned 48 hours later, I noticed that the stand-up freezer door was partially open. Everything inside was thawed out, except for about 4 pounds... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I would like your opinion on the use of over-the-counter sleeping aids, as I am concerned about long-term use. My wife and I use doxylamine succinate nightly. I've researched OTC sleep... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Besides fresh and frozen vegetables, I often use canned, especially tomatoes. I buy organic when available, and periodically they are imported. I recall lead solder used to be used in ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I would like your help to settle an argument at a recent dinner. There seems to be such a push to restrict salt consumption in general, but the only hazard I am aware of is that salt c... more

DEAR READERS: You may have noted an increased number of self-proclaimed "experts" making dubious diet and health claims lately. These tend to come from those who eschew any obligation to be evidence-b... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am seeking advice about eating various types of foods together, given that many are digested and absorbed differently. Proteins must be taken apart by stomach acids, for example, but... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I found an unopened pint of ice cream in my freezer that had been buried for about a year. I was disappointed to see that it had ice crystals, just like another container I had opened ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I have read that calamari (squid) has more cholesterol than lean beef, but is lower in fat. Is this true? -- S.B., San Diego... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Attempting to cut back on carbs, I bought some "sugar-free" candy with maltitol as its primary ingredient. The Nutrition Facts information lists sugars as 0 grams per serving, but show... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Can you get too much fiber in your diet? I don't usually have much. I know I need more, and I am working my way up, but I don't enjoy the unpleasant effects of a fiber-rich meal -- esp... more