How is it possible that healthy people can get cancer?
Q. Despite healthy people eating the right and healthy foods with good exercise, how is it possible that these people who take good care of themselves get cancer? But isn't it suppose to be the other way around? In other words, I mean that people who don't take care of their health and eat fatty, unhealthy foods get cancer. I doesn't make sense when healthy people like healthy non-smoking, healthy people get lung cancer. I know the causes of cancer is to eat unhealthy foods and not do many healthy activities. But my question is... What is the cause of lung cancer for people who are non-smokers and take good care of their health? The wife the actor Christopher Reeve(Dana Reeve) died from lung cancer even though she was a non-smoker and a… [cont.]
Asked by caltam84 - Tue Jul 25 14:37:42 2006 - - 12 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Yes. A very good friend of mine, who took great care of himself had picked up Pancreatic Cancer. He lasted only a few months. I do not have an answer, except that in spite of what we do, we can't control the hidden destiny. Smokers can live to old age, and the good die young. Another friend of mine was diagnosed with cancer and given just days to live. 25 years later, he is totally cured. He has a very unusual look at life today.
Answered by danuitti - Tue Jul 25 14:45:06 2006

What are some healthy meals or snacks that taste really good?
Q. My brother refuses to eat healthy but is getting sick from eating only junk food. What are some meals or snacks that he'll enjoy eating (healthy meals that don't taste healthy) but are healthy? I love to cook and bake. So it can be something store bought or something that I can make.
Asked by Julia - Thu Jun 24 00:37:49 2010 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. When you have a healthy snack you want to make sure it truly has some benefit. I would suggest having green apples with peanut butter. It gives a sour sweet taste. I also love fruit parfait with low fat angel food cake, blueberries, strawberries, and fat free cool whip. You could also try a fruit smoothie with protein powder. I like bananas with oranges or banana with strawberry and vanilla protein powder. To replace chips I love Stacy's pita chips they are so crunchy and have that salt like normal chips. You could also try Skinny Cow ice cream sandwiches or my favorite Healthy Choice 100-cal fudge bar. They actually taste like fudge! If you want to slowly get him off his bad food habits try Izzie fruit soda only 180 cal made with real… [cont.]
Answered by Mickey - Thu Jun 24 00:46:50 2010

What is a healthy amount of pounds someone can lose in 3 months?
Q. Hi, I am in a wedding in 3.5 months. All of the bridesmaids and the bride are very thin and pretty. I am pretty, however, I am 4'10 and almost 170 pounds. I don't want to be the fat girl in all of the pictures. I am ready to begin P90X and start eating healthier. I would love to get down to 110 pounds, although I know that is not realistic or healthy. I want to set a healthy goal. What is the maximum amount of weight I can lose and still be healthy.
Asked by Vanise L - Tue Feb 17 01:58:16 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A healthy amount is 1- 1 1/2 no more than 2 lbs per week. You will look better not have as much loose skin or unhealthy complexion. In 3 months you could healthfully loose 10-12 lbs. If you start an exercise program also you will appear that you have lost more than you did.
Answered by dancer55 - Tue Feb 17 02:16:39 2009

What are three healthy meals that can be eaten every day to replace a regular diet?
Q. Everyone has specifics on what a healthy diet is. It all depends on age and weight but the fact of the matter is that it is no significant difference at all. What I want from this question posted are three meals that supply everything that one is supposed to have in a day. Also, I would like to add, if this mealdoes in fact supply ones need for a healthy diet, can one eat this everyday and maintain that healthy diet?
Asked by Mastapk95 - Wed May 19 22:43:42 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Life is a joggling act and so when it comes to eating healthy we can all do with a little help. i have found that meal replacement by way of protein shakes twice a day and one regular meal has greatly enhance my physical well being.And yes these meal replacement can be had every day because they have all the minerals and vitamins that we need for the day.I get mine from this shop.
Answered by Peggy - Wed May 19 23:04:27 2010

What kind of healthy fish recipes can I use for the whole family?
Q. What kind of healthy fish recipes can I use for the whole family? I am needing to lose weight and lower my cholesterol and I know some fish are healthier than others. My son (7 yrs old) loves battered fish and my hubby hates fish. I heard there are some types of fish that are not as strong tasting as others. Can anyone give me some advice not only for recipe's that are not only tasty and family friendly, but healthy as well. Thanks!
Asked by cbr600girl - Mon Apr 26 16:08:20 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Here are a bunch of Fish Recipes for your catches -
Answered by Mick St James - Tue Apr 27 12:47:25 2010

How healthy is it to skip the placebo week of birth control and start a brand new pack instead?
Q. I have been on birth control for nearly 2 years. I have been skipping the placebo week for over a year now. Instead, I just start a new pack immediately, so I am always on the pill and don't have periods. My friends always ask me if that's healthy or not. From what I know, the extra estrogen you take in birth control increases my risk of breast cancer. However, by not having periods, I am decreasing my risk of cervical cancer. Am I correct on this? Also, I have told at least 3 doctors that I do this, and have not had a single one tell me that it is unhealthy to do so. Is this healthy to do for an extended length of time? Thanks for your answers :)
Asked by asdf970 - Sat May 12 02:02:28 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. you can do it for 3 months at a time, i've read there's no reason we need to menstruate every month but u still have tissue from uterine lining that your body wants to get rid of so its good to have a period every 4 months... the normal amount of hormones in the pill can help prevent cancers and stuff, u don't need extra, skipping periods can cause iron build up or clots so read about how to prevent it- there's a new one called seasonale that keeps u on schedule and have a period 4 times a yr
Answered by Tee118 - Sat May 12 03:16:50 2007

Can a healthy diet lower your immunities or immune system?
Q. Around november of last year, i switched over from a disgusting junk food thriving, soda drinking, chain smoking living habit to a cleaner more exercise and healthy eating habit. Before i switched, i got sick maybe once a year. Ever since i changed things, I've caught several colds, and a very mild case of strep. Basically what i'm asking is can a healthier diet put you at risk for sickness or common viruses?
Asked by Nami - Sun Feb 15 17:35:47 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First check out what is your blood group and what diet is good for your health . Basically there are 3 types of Diet + --- highly beneficial, food acts like medicine o --- neutral food x --- AVOID, food acts like a poison check out what diet helps lose or gain weight and what diet is really good to be healthy based on your blood group . Inorder to Lose Weight eat 5 Small meals every 2 hours a day . Inorder to Gain Weight eat 5 Big meal every 2 hours a day. -Blood group O is for Old.- Type O. "Foods encourage weight gain" Sweetcorn Kidney beans Cabbage Brussel sprout Cauliflower "Foods encourage weight loss" Liv 52 Euterpe Oleracea Sea food Iodized salt Liver Red meat Spinach Broccoli -Blood group A is for… [cont.]
Answered by chaitanya n - Thu Feb 19 08:14:43 2009

Have any healthy fish recipes that might appeal to a fish-hater?
Q. I want to try and eat fish at least once a week because I hear time and time again how healthy it is, but I can't stand that seafood taste it has. Have any healthy recipes for fish that might appeal to me? I need something that masks or minimizes that distinctive seafood flavor fish has. It's not just about the omega-3s. I need some protein variety. I'm getting tired of chicken.
Asked by NM - Sat Dec 26 22:13:05 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. This is funny. If you do not like that "distinctive seafood flavor", then don't eat it. You can get the omega 3 from vitamin tablets or something like cod liver oil tablets. Search omega 3 on google and see what you can find.
Answered by Per D - Sat Dec 26 22:18:31 2009

What is somthing healthy that I can eat for lunch?
Q. What is somthin healthy that I can eat for lunch? I really need to go grocery shopping, so what can I make out of stuff that you usually always have in your cupboards,pantry,fridge thats healthy? Thanks!
Asked by Sammylee - Thu Jul 24 11:28:47 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A sandwich wrap
Answered by Milka - Thu Jul 24 11:36:55 2008

What are some healthy but filling recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner?
Q. I am new to this "healthy" lifestyle. I try to eat things that will make me full, but fruits do not make me full. I need ideas and/or recipies for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that equal to about 1,350 calories all together. What are some healthy but filling recipes or ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner?
Asked by Nichole[never gives up] - Mon May 5 19:03:30 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Good for you!!! Beginning a new way of healthy eating is NOT easy, I do know this, but the experts have been saying for years that Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Fruit is great and most important, but so is fiber, protein and dairy. Remember, by the time your day ends, no matter what you've eatten for your morning fuel,(within reason) it will most likely be burned off by the end of the day. I have come to love this website called Myrecipes.com, because most of the healthy, lighter cooking giants have recipes here. I've listed some of the more popular breakfast recipes here, but I would hope you could browse through some of their other recipes as well, to build your daily menu with your caloric needs. I also, do love… [cont.]
Answered by chef_renee - Mon May 5 19:27:33 2008

What the best healthy dish / recipe you know?
Q. I've decided to get back into healthy eating since having a long break and indulging for a while! The curves are great but I'm missing the muscle! Could do with some new ideas for healthy meals and snacks that I can make from scratch. Cheers! :)
Asked by earthaintdying - Tue May 1 10:24:46 2007 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. When I first got into eating healthy, the George Foreman grill became my best friend. You can grill up chicken in a few minutes for awesome grilled chicken salads. This is my new favorite recipe. There's only 150 calories and 3 fat grams per serving. Spinach-Cheese Bake 1 tbs butter Cooking spray 2 (6-ounce) packages fresh baby spinach 1 1/4 cups (5 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour (about 5 3/4 ounces) 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk 1 cup egg substitute 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper Preheat oven to… [cont.]
Answered by MadameMimm - Tue May 1 10:50:14 2007

What is the healthy weight range for cats?
Q. I weighed my cat today, and she came in at 7.8 lbs. She is a Birman breed, quite a dainty little thing. Is 7.8lbs a healthy weight for my pet? What weight ranges are healthy for different sized cats, or different breeds of cat?
Asked by Danielle - Willowcats Slave - Mon Jul 21 12:39:42 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. "Healthy weight" actually has little to do with the cat's weight in pounds, and more to do with the body condition. Having never seen your individual cat, nobody can really tell you if 7.8 lbs is appropriate or not. Body condition is measured on a scale of either 1 to 5 or 1 to 9. Most veterinarians will assess your pet's body condition at every visit, and use that scale to decide how much in pounds the cat should weigh. Here's a nice little chart I found online explaining the body condition scale in more detail. This particular chart uses the 1 to 5 scale. As always, if you have further questions, you can come back here, or visit your veterinarian for a check-up and a diet consult.
Answered by BunnuvaSitch - Mon Jul 21 12:48:21 2008

What is a healthy thing to have for breakfast?
Q. What is something that I can have for breakfast that is healthy? It doesn't matter if it taste good or not aslong as it is healthy. Also, what should I drink?
Asked by Rubert - Mon Jun 9 20:44:47 2008 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. My breakfast consists of a bowl of porridge but instead of sugar I put in a spoonful of raspberry jam (absolutely delicious) and a big glass of juice, mainly orange. By jaysus you'd be climbing mountains after that!
Answered by Pyro - Mon Jun 9 20:58:32 2008

What is a healthy and realistic ammount of weight to lose in one week?
Q. ... For someone who just started eating WAY healthier and doing at least 30 minutes of cardio 5 days a week. I have been on my diet/exercise regime for about 2 weeks and have lost 7lbs. Does that sound about right? And also, what is a healthy time frame for someone to expect to lose a total of 30-35lbs?
Asked by Proud Mama of 1! - Tue May 4 16:10:13 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. For the first two weeks that sounds pretty good. Since you're changing your eating habits and incorporating exercise into your weekly routine, you'll likely lose more weight in the very beginning. Once your body starts adjusting to this new lifestyle, I would expect to lose about 1 to 2 pounds a week. That's really all you want to lose a week in order to ensure you keep the weight off. I would guess that you'd be able to lose 30-35 lbs in about 20 weeks if you keep up with things. Also beware of plateauing. Somewhere along the line you will, it happens to all of us. Just try to change up your routine and be sure to do some light weight training or resistance training in order to build lean muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat, but… [cont.]
Answered by Shannon L - Gavin's Mommy - Wed May 5 10:12:39 2010

What is a healthy way to cook fresh Rutabagas?
Q. I love rutabagas but I don't know a healthy recipe for them. My Mother used to boil them to death and add margarine, bacon grease or anything high cholesterol she could think of to cook them with. I would love it if someone could share a healthy recipe for them with me.
Asked by nickelbackaddict69 - Mon Jun 8 23:14:30 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. i to love rutabegas. here's a fantastic way to cook them and they are awesome! Braised Winter vegetables 3 c. rutabegas, peeled and cubed 3 c. turnups, peeled and cubed 3 c. red potatoes, quartered 3 medium onions, quartered 3 c. winter squash, peeled and cubed (butternut) 2 c. chicken stock Salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbs. oil Oven medium-high heat, warm a 12 Dutch oven and add oil and vegetables. Saute for 5 minutes. Add stock and cover. Bake 350 for 60 to 75 minutes until fork tender but slightly firm. Serves 12 you can easily half the recipe but only cook for 50 to 60 minutes.
Answered by David H - Tue Jun 9 01:37:42 2009

What types of healthy foods assist your hair in growing and staying healthy?
Q. I have natural hair,it's not short,but I've been eating healthy and looking for a bonus for the hair.
Asked by acornzlala - Thu Jul 2 20:37:20 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I hear eggs, meats, leafy greens, grains, and chesses have protien, a main nutrient in hair. But there's lots more foods, those are off the top of my head though. [: Try to get more biotin and folic acid and of course, B vitamins. but do not take pre-Natal vitamins. they can make you very sick unless you are preggo. Otherwise, get vitamins especially for hair. I take GNC's Women's Hair, SKin, and Nails.
Answered by Amber <3 - Thu Jul 2 20:42:18 2009

What is so healthy about drinking green tea?
Q. I hear everybody saying it's really healthy for you. I drink everyday 3-4 cups of green tea and i'd like to know what it's so healthy about it!
Asked by Arwen - Sun Feb 21 17:18:38 2010 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Green tea originated in China over four thousand years ago before being brought to Japan in the 6th Century. Green tea is made with unoxidized leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant that is hand or machine picked, dried to remove moisture and then shaped by rolling or twisting depending on the final appearance desired. Since Green Tea goes through less processing than other varieties of tea, it has a higher EGCG level. EGCG is a catechin, which helps protect the body from harmful free radicals. In recent years, many of the legendary medicinal benefits of tea have been supported by the scientific community, making Green tea a more popular beverage than ever. Green Tea is known for its incredible health benefits. It boosts your metabolism,… [cont.]
Answered by Love Noodle - Sun Feb 21 17:21:34 2010

What are some healthy foods I can start including in my dinners?
Q. I'm on a rotation of chicken breast one night then wild salmon the next night, usually with beans and a salad on the side. I'm kind of getting sick of only eating that. What are some other healthy meats I can include? What other sides taste great that I can include? What about that food makes it healthy?
Asked by TheOneOfLight - Wed Oct 28 15:57:55 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Wow - there is so much you can do to toss it up. Turkey and other fish like trout are great. Lean cuts of beef cut in strips and tossed with some grilled veggies. Buy 4-5 different veggies like peppers, zucchini, onion, tomato and toss on a grill with a little garlic powder (or other favourites - not too much salt). Add some low fat cheese and try making chicken/turkey wraps (like McDonald's, just healthier)
Answered by mjm - Wed Oct 28 16:09:12 2009

Is eating two healthy meals a day enough to keep me in relatively good health?
Q. I want to be healthy but it's hard for me because I don't want to miss out on my favorite junk foods... so I was thinking maybe I could just have a healthy breakfast and lunch and then I can still enjoy the foods I love for dinner... is this enough to keep me in relatively good health? I don't need to be perfect health or anything, I love food so it's worth it to me to get a little sick every now.
Asked by jen4sexx2 - Mon Sep 7 03:13:40 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. small frequent meals is better.. keeps your metabolism going and helps you be more active.
Answered by serena doom - Mon Sep 7 03:18:00 2009

What are some healthy diet suppliments to boost my weight loss?
Q. Do you know any healthy diet suppliments that are also cheap? I'm an overweight teen and I'm 5'9, big boned and about 50 lbs overweight. I exercise and eat very healthy but I haven't lost as much as I believe I can. Plus my family is short on money.
Asked by LiV3.lOv3.LAuGh<3 - Sat Jul 10 12:11:50 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The MOST important thing is to eat naturally..without medicines, chemicals, "starving" your self etc. first, it would be best for you to eat as healthy as possible..this will also help you considerably to lose weight gradually and naturally.. eat fresh fruits, vegetables, drink plenty of WATER..avoid all cokes, caffeines, smoking, alchohol etc. as these also add weight as well as they contain chemicals which disturb your natural bio rythmns as well as brain chemistry. try not to eat too much meat, and the meat you should eat should be "lean meat" such as steamed chicken and rice, or steamed fish with rice..and vegetables,, this should be your staple diet rice and vegetables with fruits..AVOID "JUNK FOOD" and "Fast Food" as this type of… [cont.]
Answered by ! - Sat Jul 10 12:18:34 2010