The Wheat-Free Way

Bye-Bye Bagel; You Will Be Missed Have you ever felt sick, nauseous, and bloated immediately after eating? How about every time you eat? A friend of mine recently identified the culprit behind her ongoing digestive problems and upset stomach: wheat—a truly sorrowful discovery as her favorite foods include pizza, bagels, and pita bread. Medications can ... More

Food For Thought

By: Wendy Braun

Parents looking for reasons to shape up personal eating habits need look no further than their own children. New research from the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research confirms that good dietary habits start at home. “If parents are eating poorly,” says center research scientist and coauthor of the policy brief, Susan H. Babey, “chances ... More

Omega-3s in Fish Oil

By: Cory SerVaas, M.D.

Dear Dr. SerVaas, I started taking fish oil omega-3 a year ago. I seem to feel much better (more zip), and for the first time in my life I have fingernails. I’ve been made fun of and told to not believe everything I read. My question to you: Is fish oil with omega-3 good for ... More

Sample Food Diary

By: Post Editors

As noted in the January/February 2009 issue of the Post, recording what you eat on paper or using an online journal can help you lose weight. You can use the sample food diary booklet or make your own—whatever is most convenient. The key to success is consistency. “The trick is to write down everything you ... More