Question 1

is there a diet speical for thyroid?

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Iodine, zinc, seleni: Sea vegetables--kelp, nori , are rich in iodine. Selenium and zinc are important for the conversion of T4 into t3 (liothyronine). Selenium is in brazil nuts, zinc is in oysters wheat germ, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, lamb, peanuts, crab.

Question 2

should i follow a special diet?

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No: Unless you have health problems, a balanced diet with more fresh fruits and veggies, low fat, low sugar diet is good for everyone.

Question 3

can the special k diet really work?

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Yes: If you follow it, and limit calories as suggested, you should lose weight. Eating less calories than needed, wheither thru slim fast or Special K will work if you follow it as outlined.

Question 4

do i need a special diet with porphyria?

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Probably not: There are different types of porphyrias and most of them are not affected by dietary manipulation.  There is some evidence that a high carbohydrate diet will alleviate some of the acute attacks.  All this should be coordinated through a physician who deals with this type of metabolic problem.

Question 5

is there a special diet for refractive errors?

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Not really.: Refractive error are generally the result of optical imperfections in the lens and cornea and are not directly affected by diet.  Certainly, in extreme cases deficiencies in vitamins or dry eye can affect the refraction but in general, refractive errors are intrinsic to the eye.

Question 6

is there a special diet to control hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The diet for hypoglycemia is no sugar, no white flour and eating small amounts of protein, like a handful of nuts, every 2 hours.

Question 7

can there be a special diet for people with lupus?

Accepted Answer

No: The only specific suggestion i would make is to minimize salt intake. If you are on prednisone, limit carbs as well.

Question 8

do i need to be on a special diet if i have hepatitis?

Accepted Answer

Not really: If severe liver disease is present then a low salt, low protein diet may be appropriate.

Question 9

is a special diet required if you have microalbuminuria?

Accepted Answer

Low protein: The presence of microalbuminuria means that the diabetes has not been well controlled and you should be paying attention to establishing control.  The diet should be coordinated through your doctor and a registered dietician and will probably reduce your protein intake along with carbohydrate reduction.

Question 10

can you tell me some special diets on how to lose weight fast?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss: Unfortunately, effective weight loss takes time and effort.  Through a good diet and exercise program expect to lose 3-5 pounds per month.  Carbohydrate restriction (breads, pastas, sugar, beans, rich desserts) may cause a bit more rapid weight loss initially.  Consider talking to a nutritionist to get into an effective weight loss program.

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