DEAR DR. BLONZ: I have shifted from animal sources to tofu as my primary source of protein. I am about 5 feet tall and I weigh 104 pounds. Is there anything about how tofu is made that I need to consi... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Do dried blueberries have the same antioxidant benefits as fresh ones? -- C.D., Albany, California... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: You often refer to the "Nutrition Facts" label in your columns, but I have always wondered about the information listed. How are these figures arrived at, by whom, and how reliable are... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I appreciate that you answer questions about health claims made on social media. I am continually amazed when I want to learn about a condition and then find it can be treated successf... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am on Medicare and had a bone scan as a part of my annual wellness checkup, which showed that I have weak bones in the form of osteopenia in my hips and spine, but other areas were i... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am a female in my early 20s and have started taking a mineral supplement to build up calcium before I start losing it. I was wondering if there is a best time of day to take this? --... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am almost 83, and often make green split pea soup using freshly bought dried split peas. I use only a small amount of salt, and ensure the peas are well-covered with cold water. I pu... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Compared with 75% lean, would 95% lean ground beef be considered low-fat? This came up during a discussion at a burger party, and we all recorded our votes. Is one that much more healt... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Nutrition labels on foods and meats show their fat content. But when meat items get cooked, such as bacon, sausage and ground meats, fat gets rendered out. Does the package labeling in... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I am a borderline diabetic. I like beer, so I drink a 12-ounce bottle about three times a week. Am I doing a disservice to my health by drinking beer? What about drinking it before a m... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: There is a history of macular degeneration in my family, and I understand that lutein and zeaxanthin are nutrients needed to slow its progression. What is your view on supplements as a... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: I would like your help to settle an argument at a recent dinner. There seems to be such a push to restrict salt consumption in general, but the only hazard I am aware of is that salt c... more

DEAR DR. BLONZ: Since the pandemic, I haven't been able to find good old-fashioned bagged barley in any grocery store. This is a product that arguably has been around since the early days of man -- no... more