DEAR DR. BLONZ: At a holiday dinner party, the host and their friends began talking about a line of health products they sell. I hadn't understood this was the theme of the night, and I remain the onl... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I want to lose weight without a prescription drug. I am seeking information on fat-burning foods or supplements that are promoted for a claimed ability to help weight loss by making th... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am in relatively good shape for one in their 50s, and I eat well. I walk and exercise regularly, but not as much as I did earlier in life. Like many others in my group, I am annoyed ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: How risky is it to drink orange juice that is a bit fizzy? Does the fizz indicate that oxygenation is occurring? Isn't this associated with the process that creates free radicals? I kn... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I would like a better understanding of the differences between nitrates, nitrites and nitrosamines in food and the body. There are studies linking nitrates to colorectal cancer, but a ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: You have addressed the use of vinegar to help blunt the impact of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. I want to know what white distilled vinegar is made from. And how is it made? Is ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Are the natural flavors the same as what you would find in that actual food? For example, orange is one of my favorites; when a food labeled "all natural" says it is made with actual o... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Please explain more about placebos and controls and whether they can actually bring about health benefits. -- G.B., Anderson, South Carolina... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: As an Oakland, California, resident, I appreciate each of your columns in the East Bay Times. The recent column on protein was timely, as I am a 71-year-old, just over a hip replacemen... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: This is about a solution to the stomach problems that were experienced by my daughter. We were not sure whether it was some medical condition, stress, or even a food allergy. At a peri... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: We had great-tasting grilled frozen swordfish steaks at a friend’s place, prepared according to the package instructions. I would appreciate your comment on whether this is a good fish... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I have been eating more nuts and seeds, and also adding them to our children's lunches. Walnuts are a favorite. I would like to know their effect on blood lipids and triglycerides. In ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I have a question concerning recommended servings of foods, how they have been determined over the years and the confusion with food labels. It can be unclear when checking serving siz... more