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Chow Line: Know how many calories you need

Mar. 15, 2013
I always thought almost everyone should eat about 2,000 calories a day, because that’s what is listed on Nutrition Facts labels. But my doctor told me almost no one should eat 2,000 calories a day. Can you clarify this?
Chow Line: Paleo diet has pros and cons

Mar. 8, 2013
A lot of my friends seem to be trying the Paleo diet these days. Is the diet safe and sound?
Chow Line: What to do about mold on cheese

Mar. 1, 2013
We had a nice weekend getaway a while back and brought home some artisan cheese we found in a local shop. Today I saw some mold on it. Can I just cut the mold away or is the whole block of cheese unsafe?
Chow Line: Use Nutrition Month to get back on track

Feb. 22, 2013
I know National Nutrition Month is coming up in March, and I want to use the occasion to jump-start my resolution to eat better this year. But I’ve done this kind of thing before and I’m out of new ideas. Where can I find some good ones?
Chow Line: Protein guidance can be confusing

Feb. 14, 2013
How much protein should I eat every day?
Chow Line: If food is recalled, find out details

Feb. 8, 2013
What’s the best thing to do when you hear a food that you’ve recently purchased is being recalled?
Chow Line: Don’t overindulge on wine, chocolate

Feb. 1, 2013
With Valentine’s Day approaching, can you tell me more about the health benefits of chocolate and red wine?
Chow Line: Fight against flu bug with healthy diet

Jan. 25, 2013
I’m trying to do all I can to avoid getting the flu this season. Is there anything in particular I should include in my diet that could help?
Chow Line: Be aware of risks from eating sprouts

Jan. 18, 2013
I really miss topping my salads off with a handful of alfalfa sprouts. What makes them so unsafe?
Chow Line: Boost nutrients, cut fat in recipes

Jan. 11, 2013
I’m looking for easy ways to make some of my recipes and meals healthier. Any ideas?

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