Submitted Questions:

Losing Weight

What's the deal with Hoodia in all those weight loss pills? What is it and what does it do?

Is the weight loss patch called "The Pink Patch" just as bad for you as the pills are?

I am wondering about the patches for weight loss that are out...

Do you have any advice on how to avoid eating a huge dinner how to lose weight in a healthy way?

What is starvation mode? I have been cutting back on calories to loose weight...

I'm fairly happy with most of my body but I'm always battling with fat around my middle...

I've been told that it's normal for weight to fluctuate a little on a day to day basis...

I have a weight issue. I lost about 40lbs in the past 2 years and I'm on the verge of gaining it all back.

I am a recovering bulimic and I have a question concerning my metabolism...

I was wondering if there was any way to slim down my thighs?

Is it true that caffeine can hinder weight loss?

How am I supposed to know how many calories I burn through the little activities in my daily routine (breathing, walking between classes, doing dishes, talking, etc.)?

Any suggestions on healthy weight loss? Is there someone available on campus to talk to about this issue?

I'm constantly thinking about my weight and am really depressed about it. Is this an eating disorder?

Is it bad or fattening at all to eat a cup of nonfat yogurt about an hour before I go to bed?

I wanted to help myself lose weight and besides eating better and exercising would it be ok to take like Hydroxycut or Smartburn?

I'm on a diet right now and I started right when I got my period and I haven't lost ANY weight...

I've lost about 50 pounds...recently, I've been worried about the lack of cushioning...

I need to lose weight, but normal diets don't work...

Is there anything that I can take to decrease my appetite or help me lose weight?

Is there someone on campus that can help me determine how to lose weight the right way?

I was wondering if there was any safe way of losing 10-15 pounds in about a months time?

I have a friend who was prescribed Meridia because she is obese and am curious to know more about it.

I was looking at the South Beach Diet and it looks like it is fairly reasonable, what do you think?

I want to diet but I heard restricting calories too severely will cause your body to keep the extra fat.

What can you tell me about Weight Watchers? Is it a healthy way to lose weight?

I started taking Xenadrine EFX, Ephedrine free. I heard you can become chemically dependant on this type of drug if taken for too long...

My eating habits are becoming very strange and distressing to me, I want to loose weight but I'm always hungry...

I would really like to lose weight. What would be the best way to go about it?

What is the quickest way to lose weight without being really unhealthy?

I'm currently on a weight loss plan...Is it okay to splurge at one dinner or will that ruin my weight loss attempt?

Are there any dietary supplements that are safe and effective for weight loss?

I have decided that I need to loose weight, but I am curious to which kind of diet to use.

Is my Slim-fast diet dangerous?

My roommate spends a lot of time in the bathroom after meals...

 

Healthy Eating/Diet

I would like to gain weight in a healthy way and I need help doing that...

I'm taking an iron supplement, the pharmacist suggested that I take 3 pills a day, but the box says to take 1...

Do you have any advice on how to avoid eating a huge dinner how to lose weight in a healthy way?

I'm looking to put on weight healthily, but not really sure where to start...

I lift weights and run long distances a lot. I'm thinking of being a vegan...

What is your nutritional advice on foods that are labeled "sugar free"...

I can't stop eating. I am always eating and I don't know what to do!

Is burnt grease carcinogenic?

How can I stop binge eating? I have been doing it for many many years...

I'm a little worried about how many calories I consume when I drink...

I eat a lot of apples, and sometimes I feel like they make me more hungry...

Is lactose in milk the same stuff as the lactic acid in my muscles?

Is there any indication that a vegan diet can lead to problems like hormonal imbalances?

I'm trying to remove dairy from my diet; it's hard to digest and a little milk in the morning creates an all-day-frog-in-the-throat.

I drink about 1-2 lattes a day and I was wondering if this is going to have bad affects on my body now or in the long run?

Does caffeine have any effect, good or bad, on metabolism?

I think I have allergies. Are there any foods I can eat that have antihistamines in them?

I'm trying to eat veggies and drink water. It makes me feel bloated and gross. Any ideas?

What are some inexpensive foods that have a ton of good calories in them?

I would like to remove all dairy products from my diet, but I'm concerned about any nutritional deficiencies that might result.

Is it possible to eat too much fiber?

Is the south beach diet good for your health. Would you advise going on it?

I've been vegan for three years, would it be a good idea for me to come in and get a blood test?

I've changed my diet radically over the course of the past 2 years...

I drink a lot of diet drinks that include aspartame. Are there serious health risks involved?

How come whenever I eat asparagus, my pee stinks really bad for a few days?

Are fruits fattening? How can I best go about losing weight?

I've been thinking about becoming a full vegetarian but have had hart palpitations...

Is it bad to eat nothing but cereal and veggies?

Is it harmful to your health if you drink 1/2 gallon of milk per day?

I know "fresh is best" when it comes to produce, but are canned fruits and veggies nutritionally worthless?

Are there really that many health dangers out there to warrant buying only organic food?

I have struggled with a mild eating disorder, who should I talk to to develop a healthy diet?

I drink lots of coffee, water and feed myself very healthfully, but I'm always sooooo sleepy...

The other night I took a calcium vitamin and then felt nauseous.

I'm thinking about going low carb for a few weeks...I'm a distance runner, heard cutting carbs could be bad...

Why does eating asparagus make your urine smell?

I am lactose intolerant but it sucks not eating cheese and cream cheese, do you have any suggestions?

My stomach growls really loudly and consistently...

I am lactose intolerant and struggle to find foods that I can eat without taking a lactose pill.

Does caffeine in coffee prevent you from absorbing nutrients from the milk?

Are there any health concerns with drinking too much milk?

Is it bad to each the same thing all the time even if it is well balanced and you eat lots of fruit and veggies?

Do protein supplements really help you build muscle?

When I swim sets longer than a mile I get cramps in my calves. Is there some food that stops cramps?

It seems like every time I eat anything I get really bloated and gassy.

What are the health dangers of eating raw eggs?

What types of foods are high in calories, but low in carbs?

I mix raw eggs into shakes for protein. Are there any health concerns with eating raw eggs this way?

What are some high protein foods I can eat?

I have recently become addicted to caffeine, in the form of coffee...

After being a vegetarian for a year, I recently began eating meat again. Are there health concerns I should be aware of?

I have more gas than normal and my stomach "gurgles". Is there something that I can change in my diet to make it go away?

What is the difference between light and dark meat, nutritionally?

Could I be allergic to soy and dairy?

What vitamin supplement do you recommend?

What does it feel like to be lactose intolerant?

I've been feeling light-headed and find myself passing out a lot lately, usually after I eat sugary things...

Are those Snapple A Day meal replacements healthy and safe to drink every day?

What's the difference between pan fried and stir fried chicken?

I eat a lot of chicken. Is that bad?

What are some good diet tips for living in the dorms?

Is there a nutritionist on campus?

I have been concerned about my eating habits I think I could be considered a binge eater, how can I stop this?

I recently became a vegetarian, and am worried that I am not getting enough iron...

Particularly in the morning, I feel terribly nauseous after eating...

If a person doesn't eat meat for a really long time, will they lose the ability to digest it?

I am constantly tired...are there foods that will help me wake up in the morning?

Does drinking acidophilus milk help prevent yeast infections?

 

Wellness

I always feel tired. Not physically tired, but mentally drained...

I absolutely cannot sleep without using an eye mask and earplugs...

We discovered black mold in my room, I'm not sure it's "Black Mold" or black-colored mold, I was wondering if I should come in to get my health checked...

Does taking a multi vitamin help make up for my poor nutritional eating habits?

Does drinking green tea really boost your metabolism? In a noticeable way at all?

I'm 5'6" - 5'7" and I weigh 135 pounds, is this considered overweight? Should I look into losing some?

I'm a vegetarian and I started college this fall, and I have started to notice some small physical changes...

I really enjoy taking baths, but I'm really concerned about how clean they really are...

Is there anyway to change the schedule of your poo?

I was wondering if it is bad to drink hot water right out of the faucet...

Over the last few days I've noticed my urine is a bit green...

I am a 21 year old female. I occasionally have odd, and scary, hallucinations when I'm waking up...

If I am taking a multi vitamin with 100% of the DV of Vt D, and I am also taking a Ca supplement with said amount of Vt D, is that a bad thing?

I was just wondering if you could tell me that you like me?

If I changed to an extremely healthy diet, and exercised regularly, would I be happier and smarter?

In January 2007, I began donating plasma but then I got headaches and ridges in my fingernails...

I've struggled with anorexia for the past few years, my thinning hair is starting to grow back but can I make it happen faster?

Will Melatonin make me less irritable and is it safe to take or how regularly/long may it be taken?

Is there a reason that, after any sized meal, I become rather sleepy?

Have have noticed in the last couple of months that I get nauseous after eating...

What are the long term effects of living in a house with air that is excessively dusty from pet dander?'

I heard that burnt toast is the worst toxin for your body. This seems natural as burnt toast is CARBON right?

I yawn all the time. Even when I'm not tired and especially when I am working out and being active...

I am going on a long flight and want to be able to sleep so I don't get jetlagged...

I occasionally wake up in a panic...

I've been dealing with insomnia most of my life...

I average 4 hours of sleep per night and drink a lot of coffee, should I be worried about my health?

I have heard that taking vitamin supplements can actually have adverse affects on your health...

I've heard there are sun lamps at the Student Health Center, what exactly are they best for?

Why does turkey make me tired?

What are some things that a person can do to improve his/her energy level overall?

I have heard that you should always be drinking enough water so that your pee is white.

Will ginkgo biloba help me become more focused so I can maximize my studying?

Why do we get diarrhea when we eat something our stomach doesn't agree with?

Every time I eat, I get extremely tired 5-30 minutes later...

I have some concern over parasites, particularly tapeworms...

What's the difference between having a fast metabolism and being hypoglycemic?

I woke up one morning with a coarse voice that later progressed to a fever that lasted 2 to 3 days...

My roommate starting showing symptoms of Mono this morning, is there anything that I can do to help her get better faster?

I have heard that if you are eating a healthy, well balanced diet your poop should float in the toilet...

How is that even though I'm getting 8-9 hours of sleep every night that I still fall asleep in every class?

I have been having trouble pooping. I rarely poop large continuous poops anymore...

For the past few weeks, I have gotten very nauseous feeling after I eat anything...

I take a multi-vitamin/mineral...after taking it my urine is a darker color....can you explain to me why this is?

I have frequent heartburn, upper abdominal pain and bloating after I eat...

I have a question about the amount of water you should drink in a day...

My doctor had to put me on steroids for a while and they are making me very hungry all the time...

I had a quick question about sleeping and cold meds...

I have two questions about the Glycemic Index...

Is there such thing as a "sleep addiction"?

I want to find out whether I'm overweight and/or healthy...

Can students obtain nutrition counseling at western?

Sometimes I drink my own urine. Is this bad?

I have heard that how many hours of sleep you get does not effect the next day, but the day after...

I had some food the other day with sesame seeds on it and the seeds showed up in my poop...

I am a morning person AND a night person but get very "low" in the afternoons...

Are there any health risks from consuming Splenda or other sucralose sweeteners?

I keep getting these hunger pains at night. It's a very intense hunger, that borderlines nausea at times...

After drinking an energy drink, I get an upset stomach if I haven't eaten anything...

How often can you take lactaid? What if you have dairy more than once per day?

I seem to have periods of insomnia every couple months and I'm wondering what it could be...

How bad is tanning outside and inside?

Is it very rare to GAIN weight when you are hyperthyroidic?

I am taking prenatal vitamins and have that they will make your hair and nails grow faster. Is this true?

I have little ridges on my finger nails and a friend told me that it is because of vitamin deficiency...

I have been fainting a lot, what do you think is wrong with me?

I was wondering if there were any health risks in swallowing semen.

How do you know if you have an overactive thyroid?

I'm worried that I might have a vitamin/mineral/amino deficiency. Does the SHC do those kinds of tests?

Can lack of exercise make a person need to sleep more?

Is it possible to drink too much water?

I have been running 15+ miles every Sunday. Should I eat more on Mondays to make up for lost calories?

I drink coffee in the morning & sometimes it gives me a horrible stomach ache...

It seems like I am constantly hungry and no matter how much I eat it I'm still hungry.

I'm having bad cramps in my calves, especially in my right calf...

Does a morning cardio work out burn more calories than later in the day?

Why is diet such an overlooked aspect of medicine? Are antibiotics as terrible as I think?

I've heard that our drinking water is bad due to the mercury and other toxins in Lake Whatcom, is this true?

At night I am so thirsty and I don't know why? Is there a reason that I would get really really thirsty only at night?

I am just wondering about metabolisms...some of my family members are overweight...will I end up that way?

My BP is normally 112/86. My roommates get in the 127/86 range Is this abnormal? Should I be worried?

How long do you have to fast before a fasting cholesterol blood test?

I'm 21 years old and think I should start monitoring my blood sugar and cholesterol levels. What do you think?

How should I fast for a 9 AM cholesterol test?

I am within 30 lbs of my ideal weight per the body mass index. Is the suggested bmi weight healthy regardless of build?

I was vaccinated against viral meningitis in June 2002, when do I need to be vaccinated again?

Is there anything young adults can do to assure thyroid health?

I have a little "tic" underneath my right eye. Someone told me it means I need more calcium?

What are the health benefits and side effects of a daily glucosamine supplements?

Please explain the symptoms and long range effects of Hypo-Thyroid disease in women?

I am always thirsty! I am also tired all the time and sleep a lot, could I have diabetes?

What are the negative effects of being anemic?

What is a healthy weight range - I'm about 5'2''

 

Other

How can students see a nutritionist at WWU? Can it be a self-referral? Is there a charge?

How do I know if supplements contain vitamins in forms the body can digest well?

What does the nutritionist at the health center do? How can she help? and who can go see her?

I've heard that creatine is bad for your heart.  Is this true and what are the effects of creatine?

What do creatine and glutamine do for your body? Are they harmful taken as supplements?

My girlfriend is dealing with issues related to her weight. What can I do, to encourage her and be supportive?

Around late morning and noon time, I start to feel really bloated and gassy. Is there anything I can do to prevent this?

I suffer from depression and am currently on Effexor. I have a serious problem when it comes to food...

I am a male; the one who is losing his hair. Is there anything I can do to help it now?

I'm losing my hair, and I'm only 19 and I've been taking weight loss pills...

What is Phenylketonurics and Phenylalanine?

I have a question about when you read the nutrition labels on food...

Do you do body composition tests that show fat to muscle ratio?