DEAR DR. BLONZ: I don't eat much bread, but I do enjoy sandwiches, and I always choose bread made with whole grains. A new bread at the market says it is 100% whole wheat, but it looks more like white... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am seeking supplements to help with my psoriasis. One article recommended taking turmeric to get rid of psoriasis, but the article did not go into detail. The piece is no longer onli... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: There is a periodic argument in my circle that our vitamin- and mineral-depleted soil has been worn out from overfarming and the use of chemical fertilizers, resulting in a lesser abil... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: A series of reactions had my family physician order allergy testing. The results were a bit surprising because they identified items I had never reacted to before. Why might I have dev... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I take medications along with several supplements, and they come in various sizes, shapes and forms. To keep things straight between what I take in the morning and evening, I have them... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I have an unfortunate tendency to develop hives and was told that a low-histamine diet can help in some cases. I have been having difficulty finding a list of foods showing histamine c... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: There are no Nutrition Facts labels on fresh produce, but one local store provides posters with information I find helpful, and there are also websites. My question is whether this inf... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I hear cautions about cooking oils and their smoke points. What happens if an oil is overheated during oil frying compared to oven roasting? I hear on social media that canola is worse... more

Dear Dr. Blonz: I am completing my undergraduate degree in dietetics next year. I will continue to become a registered dietitian, but I want to go on to graduate education and am torn between pursuing... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I go to the gym a few times a week with a routine that includes weights and time on the Stairmaster. The word at the gym is that protein needs are especially important for those doing ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: There was an animated discussion about the roles of fruit and vegetable colors at a recent party. One issue was whether the darker the color, the healthier the food. Another issue was ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: The advice I see everywhere is to cut carbohydrates, but I am having issues with the love of pasta at our place. Where does pasta stand in relation to other carbohydrates? A negative t... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I want to get the most from the nutrients in the whole foods I eat, but I have been reading that cooking, such as microwaving vegetables for convenience, can cause losses. You have wri... more