Young Men's Health
After I have PE or team sports, I smell really bad. I have a PE shirt to change into, I put deodorant on before and after the class starts and I take showers everyday but sometimes while in class I randomly start to sweat. What can I do so I don’t smell bad?Thanks for your question! This is a question we hear a lot from kids your age, so rest assured you’re not alone in your concern! Most likely, the reason that … read more
Nutrition & Fitness content
I ate a lot of raw cookie dough, and I just found out that it can make you sick. Will I get sick? Please help!
Thanks for your question. Our dietitians have weighed in. The reason that raw cookie dough can make a person sick is because most dough contains eggs and eating raw eggs … read more
I’ve recently got into working out to build muscle and abs. Do I need to drink protein shakes or any other similar products to get any results? I’ve fixed my diet accordingly but I just want to know if I have to start drinking protein shakes, etc.
Thanks for your question! Protein shakes are not necessary for building muscle. The best way to build muscle and see the body composition changes you are looking for is to … read more
I need to drink more water, but even a glass makes me so nauseous. I can only drink cold sodas and juices without feeling sick. How can I drink water without feeling queasy?
There a couple reasons why you may be feeling nauseous after drinking water. If you only drink after eating a meal, you may experience some nausea because you may be … read more
I barely feel full even after I eat. I don’t know if it’s because I’m burning more calories since I have a job so I’m on my feet all the time. I’m very worried to eat till I’m full because I’m scared, I’m going to gain lots of weight. What can I do?
There are a couple of different things that can affect how full you feel after you eat. Portion sizes: Do you think that you’re getting enough food? A very general … read more
I joined the gym 2 months ago to just be active. I thought I would get used to it but I absolutely hate going to the gym. Everyone suggests that I keep going but even thinking about having to go to the gym ruins my day. Is it a bad idea to give up?
Thanks for your question! Two months of trying out the gym seems like a sufficient amount of time to know if you like going or not. If you want to … read more
Gluten-Free Diet for Parents: Buying Gluten-Free Foods
Where can I buy gluten–free foods? Eating and cooking gluten–free has become much easier than in the past as more companies now make gluten–free foods. You can purchase gluten–free breads, … read more
Gluten-Free Diet for Parents: Foods to Avoid vs. Safe Foods
What foods should my teen avoid on the gluten–free diet? Following a gluten–free diet means your teen should completely avoid all foods that contain gluten. Foods that contain gluten should … read more
Gluten-Free Diet for Parents: Eating At Home vs. Away
There are two basic approaches to preparing gluten–free food in your kitchen when your teen must follow a gluten–free diet. Both approaches present different challenges, but allow for your teen … read more
Gluten-Free Diet for Parents: Gluten-Free Sample Menu and Recipes
What does a typical day on the gluten–free diet look like? Gluten-Free Recipes The best resources for gluten-free recipes are the internet and gluten–free cookbooks. The GI department at Boston … read more