I would like to thank everyone who has taken the time to contact me with comments or questions about my books. I wish I could personally respond to each and every one. However, due to the tremendous volume of mail, I am unable to do so in every case. This section addresses some frequently asked questions posed by readers. New questions and answers will be posted periodically. If you have a question, please click on the button below and fill out the form and I'll do my very best to respond.

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Is palm oil a good alternative to hydrogenated oils and trans fats in foods? And what is the difference between palm fruit, palm kernel, and fractionated palm oils?

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What are some ways I can lighten up my holiday meals?

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Do you have any tips that people can use to keep from overindulging during the holidays?

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I'm struggling with getting enough vegetables in my diet. Do you have any suggestions for quick and good-tasting ways to cook them?

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I'm having trouble identifying real "whole-wheat" and "whole grain" products. What should I look for?

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What is your privacy policy on any personal information ?

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What is the Glycemic Index?

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What Determines the GI of a Food?

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Which Foods Have a High Glycemic Index?

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What's the difference between glycemic index and glycemic load?

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Is there a simple way to eat a low-glycemic index diet without looking up the specific numbers of all the foods I eat?

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How can low-glycemic foods help with diabetes control?

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I have celiac disease -- what are some whole grains that can fit into a "good-carb" eating plan?

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I have been following a weight loss diet for several months but can't lose the last 10 pounds. What else can I do?

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What is the "metabolic syndrome?"

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What is prediabetes?"

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What are sugar alcohols?

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I'm hosting a holiday party for family and friends. What can I do to make my hors d'oeuvres selection a little more health-conscious this year?