Vegan Nutrition with Dina Aronson, MS, RD

Questions:

1. No Periods - I'm 16, and have been vegetarian for about 2 years, and for the past few months, I have not been getting my period at all.
2. Food Allergies in Children - Do you have suggestions for good nutritional lunch and dinner meals?
3. Vitamin B12 Dosage -Information on supplementing with vitamin b12 and b12 rich foods.
4. Natural Cure For High Cholesterol - How can my cholesterol be high when I eat no cholesterol?
5. Prostate help - Will a plant based diet help me?
6. Omega 3 supplements and flaxseed while pregnant - What do you recommend?
7. I'm pregnant with many allergies (soy, beans, tree nuts) so how should I get my protein?
8. Vegan Nutritional Advisor - Can I become licensed without studying a "regular" nutrition program?
9. Is stevia a safe sweetener?
10. Is it ok to switch over to a vegan diet during pregnancy?
11. Substitute dairy products - what non-soy options are there?
12. Keeping weight loss and insulin resistance in check
13. Lack of breastfeeding - can my baby be veg*n?
14. What amount of cholesterol is in plant foods and is it a concern?
15. High calcium intake - does it prevent the absorption of iron?
16. Joint pain - am I missing something in my diet?
17. Vegan nutrition education
18. Will the vitamins of blended fruit mixed with water degrade during the course of the day?
19. What should I feed my infant when she weans from breastmilk?
20. What's a good vegan multivitamin for toddlers/preschoolers?
21. How do I know if my vegan daughter's daily diet is enough for her nutritionally?
22. What is your opinion of isolated soy protein?
23. Do we have reason to worry about raising our babies and children vegan?
24. Do you know of any diet programs for vegans, such as Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, etc.?
25. Since becoming vegan my hair has become dry and straw-like. What am I lacking in my diet?
26. I heard a report that flax seed must be cooked before blending to eat with drinks or food. Is this true?
27. What can I do to give my child who has diabetes a balanced vegan diet?
28. How can I make my diet bone health as a woman with a family history of osteoporosis?
29. Which vegetables are rich in B12?
30. What can I do to stimulate weight loss? I have reached a plateau!
31. Is blended fruit as good as whole fruit?
32. Does soy contribute to thyroid problems?
33. Is the iron in chocolate absorbed by the body?
34. Is it true that you lose more calories than you gain when you eat celery?
35. Is there a "quick fix" for excess sodium consumption?
36. Help me get rid of my gas!
37. What is the most fattening fruit?
38. When I went vegan I developed adult acne. How can I get rid of it without going back to a SAD?
39. What are some healthy, natural substitutes for sugar?
40. I read that the protein in plant foods is "incomplete." Does this mean it's useless?
41. Are the claims that dairy helps with weight loss really true?
42. What can I eat to increase my energy?
43. Is fortified soymilk a suitable alternative to breastmilk for a 1-year-old vegan baby?
44. What type of formula do you recommend for our adopted baby?
45. Can I get all my amino acids from vegan foods?
46. Are probiotics helpful in outgrowing food allergies?
47. Does my breastfed vegan baby need a vitamin D supplement?
48. Is flax oil safe for my 9 year old?
49. Is it best to grind sesame seeds before you eat them?
50. Could you make me a sample menu for a vegan diet for an infant just starting solids?
51. Is pregelatinized starch safe for vegetarians?
52. Are most vegetables more nutritious raw or cooked?
53. Is vegan eating good for diabetics?
54. Does a breastfed baby whose mom is vegan need B12 supplements?
55. I am a pregnant vegan, allergic to soy. What are some good protein sources other than beans?
56. Do whole grains when spouted still contain gluten?
57. Is it true that your body becomes unable to digest meat if uneaten for a long enough period?
58. Does my toddler need dairy to get her amino acids?
59. Is wheatgrass juice safe during pregnancy?
60. What are some good, eat-on-the-run, nutritious snacks?
61. Are coconut milk and coconut oil healthy, and when can I introduce them to my baby?
62. Don't we need meat for optimal intelligence?
63. I'm always so tired, even though I’m a vegan. Why is this, and what can I do?
64. What will happen to me if I go vegan overnight?
65. What supplements do I need for a healthy vegan pregnancy?
66. When is it appropriate to introduce nut products to my infant?
67. How can I be sure my child is getting enough calcium?
68. What's the healthiest type of sugar?
69. What can I use in place of eggs in recipes?
70. Will a vegan diet stop or change menstruation?
71. I'm pregnant and gaining too much weight too early. Help!
72. The pediatrician says I need to give my baby egg yolks for proper brain development. Is this true?
73. Is the vegan diet safe for people with Crohn's disease?
74. Can I get all the vitamin D I need from sunlight alone?
75. What's the best way for a toddler to transition to a vegan diet?
76. How quickly should I expect my cholesterol to decrease as a result of significant dietary changes and increased exercise?
77. I gained weight when I went vegan. Is this common?
78. What are some good meat alternatives for a new vegan teen?
79. When can my son start eating nutritional yeast? And will it increase the risk of a yeast imbalance?
80. How do I make healthy vegetarian baby food?
81. What are the best books on vegan nutrition for infants?
82. Do algae, spirulina, and fungi like mushrooms provide B12?
83. Can vegetarians have healthy teeth and gums?
84. Can I bake with flax seed?
85. Can what I eat during pregnancy affect risk of allergies in my baby?
86. What are the dietary recommendations for vegan women planning to become pregnant?
87. What are some protein-rich vegan snacks that all kids will enjoy?
88. What are some good sources of essential fats for infants and children?
89. Is it really possible to get enough protein on a purely vegan diet?
90. My child refuses to eat all vegetables. Help!
91. What's worse for you: salty snacks, or chocolate?
92. What are the best supplements for kids of different ages?
93. How can I find out the nutrition content of the foods I eat?
94. How can I use nutritional yeast?
95. My son is highly allergic to several things. I'm wondering if he can be vegetarian.
96. Any suggestions on a low-carb vegetarian diet for a hypoglycemic?
97. Are there any health or safety concerns with my 4 year old son eating fish after being a life long vegan?
98. I am a pregnant vegan just diagnosed with gestational diabetes at 33 weeks. What can I do to control it and have a healthy baby?
99. Any suggestions on losing weight after having a baby?
100. I need to gain a little weight. What should I do?
101. My boyfriend says that oils are high in cholesterol. Is this true?
102. What is the best way to ensure I am giving my daughter enough iron in her diet?
103. Are there vegan sources of B12 other than supplements and Nutritional Yeast?
104. How does a diet high in fiber help protect/fight against disease, such as cancer??
105. Can I meet my omega-3 needs by drinking fortified soy milk?
106. I am having a hard time determining what to feed my 9 month old since he might have allergies. Can you help?
107. Any advice for switching to a vegan diet due to food allergies?
108. Is there a way to become a licensed vegan nutritional advisor without having to go through a "regular" nutritional program?
109. Is using ground flax seed as good as using the oil?
110. How do I ensure my 1 year old is getting proper calories and the right types of fluids?
111. Does B12 come in liquid drops for infants? Where can I find them?
112. Can you please confirm how much B12 we need per day, and at what age levels?
113. Two oldest children have dark circles under their eyes. Could they be missing something in their diet?