DEAR DR. BLONZ: What is known about how our digestive system can renew itself? Can materials normally eliminated end up stuck for several months and cause various problems? There are "cleanse" service... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I was concerned to hear that some meat manufacturers and stores inject their meats and poultry with water and other substances to increase their weight for sale. This seems a bit sneak... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I would like clarification about cancers and the difference between a mutagen and a carcinogen. I am inquiring about any connection between liquid smoke flavoring and the risk of cance... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Is there a way to lessen or control the diuretic effects of alcohol on the body? On the rare occasion that I have drinks with friends, I am then up all night urinating, which takes all... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: What you eat is obviously involved with gas in the intestines, but it seems to remain a problem no matter what I try. I once went to a specialist in natural medicine and tried various ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Some time ago, I became interested in assuring myself an adequate supply of soluble and insoluble fiber. I bought reasonable quantities of oat bran, wheat bran, wheat germ, flaxseed an... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Are arginine and L-arginine the same thing? What does the "L" stand for? I have also seen it on other amino acids, such as ornithine, but it is often missing in discussions. While I ta... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: What are your thoughts about the use of oregano oil as a dietary supplement? One of my flight attendant colleagues uses it every day and has good feelings about it, although she could ... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I wouldn't say I like the dominant taste and smell of garlic, but I remain interested in all the health claims associated with it. I read that the main "active ingredient" in garlic is... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I don't eat much bread, but I do enjoy sandwiches, and I always choose bread made with whole grains. A new bread at the market says it is 100% whole wheat, but it looks more like white... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am seeking supplements to help with my psoriasis. One article recommended taking turmeric to get rid of psoriasis, but the article did not go into detail. The piece is no longer onli... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: There is a periodic argument in my circle that our vitamin- and mineral-depleted soil has been worn out from overfarming and the use of chemical fertilizers, resulting in a lesser abil... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: A series of reactions had my family physician order allergy testing. The results were a bit surprising because they identified items I had never reacted to before. Why might I have dev... more