There are all sorts of appetite reduction tips that I hear from my patients. Some swear by chewing gum to reduce their appetite,although at least one study indicates that it doesn’t actually affect appetite. People also talk about having a glass of water before meals, and [...]
Q: There is information about cranberry juice interacting with Coumadin (warfarin), however, I would like to request information about the interaction of grapefruit with Coumadin (warfarin) and if it is contraindicated.
A: While cranberry juice is safe with Coumadin (warfarin), [...]
Grouper with Silky Grapefruit Sauce
I have been thinking about this sauce for a long time. I wanted to capture the brightness of citrus but make the sauce as simple and fresh [...]
Dear Dr. Gourmet,
Q: When I look at some of your recipes I see some of them are way over 250mg Cholesterol, for instance your Eggs Benedict with 283mg. I understand eggs are considered a high source so that doesn’t surprise me with the figure. But…..
Dr. Tim Says….
I have written before about the interaction with certain medications and grapefruit. It wasn’t until about 2 years ago that scientists identified the exact substance in grapefruit that causes the problem. We now know that furanocoumarins (naturally-occurring substances found in grapefruit’s juice) are [...]
Dear Dr. Gourmet,
Q: I am writing to inquire about the nutrition information for a meal that I love from Outback Steakhouse and was hoping you would be able to provide me with the nutritional breakdown for the meal.
Dear Dr. Gourmet,
Q: Thanks for the info regarding grapefruit and breast cancer.
Now, can you do the research necessary to clear up another fact/rumor/urban legend?
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