About Dr. Gourmet

My name is Timothy Harlan and I am both a physician and a chef. This blog is a general collection of information and random ideas on eating great food and eating healthy.

You can find out more at the Dr. Gourmet web site. Eat well, eat healthy, enjoy life!

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Vinegar; Vitamin K Consistency; Oxalates: Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: I understand that vinegar may help lower blood sugar levels. Will lemon juice be just as helpful?

A: I love this sort of question because it lets me discuss how science works.

Ask Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for September 20, 2011

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: I am currently caring for my dad who uses Coumadin and is diabetic. I am looking for menus/recipes with regards to his conditions. Menus would be helpful, as I work during the day.

Resveratrol and Coumadin; Pomegranate Juice and Cinnamon : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: How many milligrams of potassium would be acceptable in a recipe if you are trying to bring your potassium levels down?

A: One of the most common areas where we have folks restrict potassium is when they [...]

Customizing The Quality Calorie Diet; Gout and Vegetarianism : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: Regarding the Black Bean Chili recipe, I was wondering why you would want to add 6 cups of water to this chili instead of beef broth or maybe half broth and half water. I find that using broth either chicken or beef instead of [...]

Kidney Stones; Kids’ Weight : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: My question is really how much should I weigh? I’m a girl. Almost 13. I’m 5′3″ – almost 5′4″, and my weight is different every day! It’s from 114-118! It changes so much! Can you tell me why, as well?