Expertise I am in neurophysiology, nutrition and dieting academic research since 1972 (PhD in Physiology) and on the Internet since 1995. Developed the Banta Diet program based on macronutrient balance using the Wilder's formula (1922). I granted the non-exclusive reprint rights to the current owner of BantaDiet.com under the condition of free online access to the program.
Experience Authored 3 academic print books and two popular diet print books as well as about a hundred scientific and popular articles
Organizations I recently do my research on neuroprotective effects of foods and diets. The site where this can be read is Brain Fuels
Diet eBooks (contact me for free copies)
LOW-FAT to LOW-CARB Rotation Diet
Complete Banta Diet jump-start
Dr. Shatalova and Her Very Low Calorie Diet
Alternative medicine eBook
On Pins and Needles of Why Children Rub Their Bruises (Free information based on this eBook can be found at Reflexo-therapy.com)
Education/Credentials PhD in Physiology
Past/Present Clients I wrote for about.com as a guide to the category "weight loss", for the lifetips.com as an expert in the category "diet", for the dietandbody.com, infozine.com, atkinszone.com, and bantadiet.com. My eBook "On Pins and Needles" is used as a content by the reflexo-therapy.com.
Q: I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts in the shell is there any nutritional value for the shells ? ... A: Right then- the outer casing that can contain the peanuts inside it. This shell is only good for ...
Q: I'm a busy mom w/3 kids,& currently breastfeeding my 10 mth. baby. I can only find time to exercise ... A: In my opinion, any exercise is beneficial. I actually go to a gym at 11 o'clock at night two or ...
Q: I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts in the shell is there any nutritional value for the shells ? A: By the shell I am assuming you mean the very thin dark brown skin. If that is the case then 'yes'. ...
Q: what does the "L" in front of a vitamin name mean? Thanks A: Bryan, The letter L in front of a chemical substance's name refers to its belonging to so called ...
Q: Good Afternoon, My name is Susan, I am a 42 year old female and I have had a weight problem all of ... A: Susan, That's great that you have your diabetes under control - I still think you would benefit by ...
Q: Good Afternoon, My name is Susan, I am a 42 year old female and I have had a weight problem all of ... A: Susan, First, I'm not surprised by your correlation to your menstrual cycle. This is a time of ...
Q: I'm a 54 y/o male in according to my long time physican and yearly physical, in good health. I have ... A: Rick, Excellent well thought out question. Thank you for the background as that saves me a lot of ...
Q: What is a good soluble fiber supplement? I am looking for something I can buy in bulk, like ... A: Kevin, The microbes in question are your friends! They are do so much more good than bad. Their ...
Q: How does boiling chicken impact the protein? Specifically, how much if at all does it denature the ... A: Brent, To your first question - YES. Boiling means heating and as I answered, heating does it. To ...
Q: I am not fat...but it seems I have a chubby chin, everytime I smile it looks like I have a double ... A: Sam, You are not going to like my answer - but research indicates there are no good ways to ...
Q: ANSWER: Hi Toya. You ask a very common question. I would need more information about your daily ... A: Your diet looks quite healthy although I'm not sure what a 100cal pack or weight smart is? I would ...
Q: ANSWER: Dear Toya, Sorry, but you can't control where the body stores and loses fat, that's a ... A: Any diet under 1000 calories per day is called a very low calorie diet. You should be under the care ...
Q: Is it true that you are suppose to drink a warm beverage after eating. if that's true what the ... A: It depend on what standpoint you are asking from. For example, Chinese tradition suggests that you ...
Q: Please settle a question that has brewed among some co-workers: Is gum (suger-free Orbit) considered ... A: Orbit(sugar free) would not be considered a candy or sweet since it does not contain sugar. It would ...
Q: K my name is kira i am 15 years old, i weigh around 145, and im 5'4". I am not exceedingly ... A: Trying to lose 30 pounds in two months is not recommended. Try to lose 2 pounds per week by ...
Q: Ok, I'm 5'8" and recently gained about 10lbs in 2 weeks, so now I'm 230lbs. I did this while trying ... A: Kat, You've answered your own question! You 'gained 10lb'...'while trying to diet'. Don't diet!!! ...
Q: hi i'm 19 and was wondering i mostly carry all my fat in my stomach and arm area is there a way i ... A: Toya, This question is often asked so I direct you right to the answers, OK? Waist-watching diet ...
Q: hi i'm 19 and was wondering i mostly carry all my fat in my stomach and arm area is there a way i ... A: You ask a very common question. I would need more information about your daily eating/drinking and ...
Q: hi i was wondering i mostly carry all my fat in my stomach and arm area is there a way i can lose it ... A: Toya, Without knowing your age I can only give you some general advice. If you carry most of your ...
Q: How can we lose not to fast but fast enough and do you have any exercise moves and food recipes. A: Your own genetic make up will ultimately determine how fast you can HEALTHILY lose the excess fat. ...
Q: Evans, I am 22 years old 5'5 tall, and weigh 134 but would like to loose 15 pounds. In the last ... A: Kristina, Although calories are associated with weight gain and loss, I would not focus too ...
Q: What is a good soluble fiber supplement? I am looking for something I can buy in bulk, like ... A: Yes, fibers do that, sometimes decreasing meal's calories up to 1.8 times! However, insoluble fibers ...
Q: I would like to lose weight. I've tried a few different things, but haven't really seen results. ... A: and thanks for taking the time to improve your health. You are correct- it is a very broad question! ...
Q: I would like to lose weight. I've tried a few different things, but haven't really seen results. ... A: To lose weight, stick with the basics. Follow a 1500 calorie per day eating program and walk ...
Q: When comparing low fat products to regular products I find that the calories tend to be the same due ... A: "Fat free" does not always mean "calorie free" as you have noticed on certain food labels. It is ...
Q: Can you please give me a brief explanation of what the dehydration of a vegetable does to its ... A: Dehydrated vegetables only lose water during the process and do retain their nutritional value. ...
Q: How does boiling chicken impact the protein? Specifically, how much if at all does it denature the ... A: Yes, heating can change such protein property as "functional conformation" meaning that a protein ...
Q: I have been following a relatively healthy diet in a bid to lose weight for the past two weeks. I ... A: It looks like the amount of carbohydrates in your diet might be too high and amount of 'good' is ...
Q: I am suffering from OCD and Panic attacks , that is why on SSRI. Can you suggest somethingHow to get ... A: AG, I'm sorry. But these issues are best handled in one on one relationships with a professional. I ...
Q: My 15 daughter at the advise of my 28 year old daughter, is currently on the Dr. Atkins Diet. My 15 ... A: The Atkins diet is not a bad diet to follow, in my opinion. Kids who follow a low carb diet, lose ...
Q: Respected Dr. Kraemer: Myself, Michael Tran, a 21-year-old weighing 124 pounds and height 5 feet 6 ... A: To gain weight, stick with eating healthier foods. Try to eat more fruit, more lean meats, chicken, ...
Q: Tanya Zilberter. I'm a 15 year old girl, but wait.. Please don't say or think: "she's only 15, it ... A: Kylie, Nothing irreversibly bad can happen in one day of bingeing. However, day after day, it can. ...
Q: Below you state that you have already answered my question when indeed you didn't. I had written ... A: Sorry for the problem but I submitted my answer in time though didn't wait for the confirmation ...
Q: In your opinion, what are the best food suppressants on the market? I prefer something natural, ... A: I don't recommend food suppressants. If you are trying to lose weight or improve your health a much ...
Q: I've been trying to get rid of the extra weight I gained during the time I was pregnant.I had gained ... A: It is important to know your fat distribution and fat percent. If those 5 kg concentrate around your ...
Q: I've been trying to get rid of the extra weight I gained during the time I was pregnant.I had gained ... A: Forget the calories counting, focus on the quality of what you eat and the quantity takes care of ...
Q: How to get rid of constipation caused by SSRI antidepressant . I eat lot fruits and fibre but still ... A: This is an unfortunate side effect of SSRIs. Without knowing why you are on SSRIs in the first place ...
Q: How to get rid of constipation caused by SSRI antidepressant . I eat lot fruits and fibre but still ... A: This IS a regular problem and usually, increasing fruits and whole grains (oatmeal or other whole ...
Q: Just a quick question. I'm trying to watch my weight but am a bit of a Starbucks addict. I don't ... A: It depends on the diet you are on. Since you are asking about skim milk, you probably watch fats - ...
Q: I am on a 1600 calorie "lifestyle change"- I get in my 64 or or more oz's of water a day, I exercise ... A: You have simply hit a plateau. These plateau's can last up to two weeks. Continue your program, and ...
Authored 3 academic print books and two popular diet print books as well as about a hundred scientific and popular articles