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About Tanya Zilberter, PhD
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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

Tanya Zilberter, PhDAuthored 4 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 soon is Brain Fuels

I also started a new project, THE INFOTONOC PROJECT: Increasing public awareness about brain health. Everybody is welcome to participate!

Publications
My print diet books on Amazon.com:

101Low Carb Diet Tips

180 Banta Diet Recipes:
Can be used as a standalone diet tool. No food is prohibited. No calorie count or portion control.


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

Health eBook
On Pins and Needles of Why Children Rub Their Bruises (Free information based on this eBook can be found at Reflexo-therapy.com)

Academic print books:
The current concept of homeostasis
Cascade effects of regulatory peptides
Physiological effects of neuropeptides


Education/Credentials
PhD in Physiology


   

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I just wondered what people considered healthy dieting a few centures ago?10/25/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I've just submitted a question but mistyped my emial address, so here it goes again: How did people ...
  A: I happened to have an article on this topic. To save you time, here is the full text of it :) *** A ...
I just wondered what people considered healthy dieting a few centures ago?10/25/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: How did people diet in medivial times? What doctors told them to eat, what to avoid? I just ...
  A: I happened to have an article on this topic. To save you time, here is the full text of it :) *** A ...
fad diets10/24/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: Hey! I'm a student at Missouri State University and I'm doing a research project on fad diets how ...
  A: First of all the word "fad" in my opinion is no four-letter word. Atkins is fad though gradually is ...
low carb10/19/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: Tanya, I looked at the site and here is my concern, I am very weird in that I do not like a lot of ...
  A: Don't worry Rich, you are like 70% of our dieters who also choose only some things not all of them. ...
low carb10/18/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: Tanya, Is it possible to low carb without eating the salads and vegatables as the Atkins Diet ...
  A: I hope you'll find it natural that I advocate our own diet plan. Its initial phase is exactly what ...
Appetite Enhancers10/17/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I'm 5'10" and 130lbs. I'd like to gain weight. I tried eating more..but sometimes I just don't have ...
  A: It's an old tradition in herbalism to use bitter herb combinations to enhance appetite. For example, ...
Quick, simple weight loss diet10/16/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I have already lost 10 pounds over the summer while I was working three days a week doing lawn care ...
  A: I hope you wrote this message expecting me to be honest with you, right? Your plan is a starvation ...
recovering from a diet10/15/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I have just finished being on a diet (I've reachet my ideal weight) but I'm afraid to start eating ...
  A: As an author of successful diet program including 'endless' maintenance protocol, I would advise to ...
meal frequency10/12/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: One little anecdote: I believe the reason you can gain large amounts of muscle following the primal ...
  A: It's always possible that eating such frequent meals causes such muscle-growth.However, I've also ...
Primal Diet meal timing10/12/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: Again, thanks for the intelligent answer on my last post... I have found that following a ...
  A: Well, I do a lot of sport but I'm no athlete as such. My own view is that raw (animal) fat is ...
Primal Diet10/8/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: The reason humans overeat on cooked foods is due to the influence of originated substances. These ...
  A: Regarding raw dairy, while there are some raw-dairy sufferers who can handle raw butter better for ...
Switching to an Organic Diet10/7/2005Evelyn Alexander
  Q: My name is Sharon and I'm 22. After a lot of research, I've decided to switch to an organic diet. It ...
  A: I like your decision for the enthusiasm it has given you! However, it begs me to stipulate that an ...
diets10/4/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: ------------------------- thanks for the great reply!... erm...so the artificial sweetners wouldnt ...
  A: Right. In this aspects of the sweeteners' problem, you're safe. Soda bread, especially wholegrain, ...
Low carb and cholesterol10/3/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: After so many years of low heart doctors against low carb dieting, what's known about this problem? ...
  A: I know the cholesterol matter can be confusing and worrisome to low-carb dieters and their doctors. ...
diet10/3/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: i am 23 years old 6feet tall and my weight is 90kgs i want to loose my weight now where as i dont ...
  A: As a developer of a successful diet program, I would recommend you to consider our Banta Diet plan. ...
appetite suppressants9/29/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: Can you reccommned or advise on safe and effective appetite suppressants or over-the-counter diet ...
  A: I researched the OTC appetite suppressant and failed finding safe AND effective ones. The prescribed ...
question9/27/2005Sally Fan
  Q: I have a few questions for you. 1. Is it safe to take a fiber supplement on a daily basis? I started ...
  A: At first, I hope your dreams come true. If you are trying to lose weight, aim to lose 1 to 2 pounds ...
Running and Gaining weight....again9/20/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I read your answer to this already but more specifically, I am losing inches, but the scale won't ...
  A: The way you are gaining muscle doesn't seem weird. The matter is, muscles are heavier, inch for ...
Dieting9/18/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: Im 16 years old 6'1", 220lbs. So not so huge were its dangerous to my health but big enough were it ...
  A: There's no simple answer to your question, there' lots of hard work and no telling how long it'll ...
What do you think about Herbalife,...9/17/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: What do you think about Herbalife, and why.
  A: I know that Herbalife irritates many people. In my health consulting practice, I did some research ...
cheese9/16/2005Evelyn Alexander
  Q: Is animal rennet still used in american cheesemaking?
  A: The precise ins and outs of modern cheesmaking is something I have been trying to look into for ...
do you have 7 day diet...9/15/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: do you have 7 day diet?
  A: Yes we do. Our Banta Diet consists of 7-day blocks each depending on your progress. During first 7 ...
what to make sure to get enough of?9/14/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: im wondering what exactly i could EAT though (make sure i get enough of despite my eating fairly ...
  A: Oh, yes, I forgot to mention that since you eat little, your chances to get all you need with food ...
what to make sure to get enough of?9/14/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I have a very very busy schedule and Im not much of an eater so I end up eating quite little (my ...
  A: Out of all nutrients known for their effects on brain functions, two groups are assumed being of ...
what to make sure I get enough of?9/14/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: I have a very very busy schedule and Im not much of an eater so I end up eating quite little (my ...
  A: I'm somewhat at a loss as to why you e-mailed your question to me, as I'm primarily an expert on ...
what to get enough of?9/14/2005Evelyn Alexander
  Q: I have a very very busy schedule and Im not much of an eater so I end up eating quite little (my ...
  A: You seem to be in no need of expert advice at all, with your weight fine, and your spirits high. ...
Protein intake when dieting9/10/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: How important is it to reduce the intake of protein when on a low fat and low carbohydrate diet? I ...
  A: In fact, one can reduce carbs OR fats in a diet thus shifting the metabolic pathway from running on ...
How to get used to raw meat?9/7/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: I've been reading your answers to questions and I'm very indepted to you for providing this ...
  A: As it happens, like many others, I also used to be a follower of Vegetarian/Raw Vegan/Fruitarian ...
primal diet--how do I start?9/1/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: I have been reading everything I can get my hands on lately regarding healthful diets. It all ...
  A: You're absolutely right in stating that (raw)mother' milk is way better than raw cows' milk. ...
fats8/28/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I have read several articles about the importance of the mediteranean diet, including olive oil. ...
  A: Any oil contain saturated fatty acids, it's a balance what matters. I listed below several kinds of ...
weight loss8/24/2005Sally Fan
  Q: I am not sure how much weight you lost I lost 100 pds and my question is about skin and skin ...
  A: At first, I hope your dreams come true. Mimi, that is the law of nature that no matter how you lose ...
I need to lose weight8/23/2005Sally Fan
  Q: I don't know where to start- I'm a almost 25yr old 7mo old daughter and wife also now battling ...
  A: At first, I hope your dreams come true. Chris, that is great that you could lose weight together ...
tired of yo-yo dieting8/20/2005Sally Fan
  Q: I am Martin 30 male from London, England. I have been overweight for the last 15 years. Right now, ...
  A: At first, I hope your dreams come true. If you are trying to lose weight, aim to lose 1 to 2 pounds ...
tired of yo-yo dieting8/20/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I am Martin 30 male from London, England. I have been overweight for the last 15 years. Right now, ...
  A: Let me give you rather short answers and suggest that you ask me further questions about the reasons ...
soy protien8/15/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: I have recently decided to start drinking soy protien shakes. I am a vegetarian and I need protien. ...
  A: Bananas, fresh or frozen strawberries, and almonds worked best for me to improve shake taste ...
about glutenfree stuff8/13/2005Evelyn Alexander
  Q: is galicpowder ,wholeoregano spices glutenfree let me know thanks so much and take care and be well
  A: As far as I know, unless there are any additives in the garlicpowder it should be gluten free. Herbs ...
Primal Diet8/12/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: I discussed your Primal diet with my son last night. He asked me some questions I thought I would ...
  A: As regards raw oysters, that's quite possibly the best raw food there is, with incredible benefits ...
Primal Diet8/10/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: Interesting. I've never heard of the Primal Diet. Since I know virtually nothing about it, I am ...
  A: Here are my answers to your questions:- 1) Yes, I am saying that you need to eat fully-raw meat. ...
Diet8/10/2005RawPalaeoGuy
  Q: Do you have any diet recommendations you could share with me? My wife and I are so frustrated with ...
  A: The Atkins Diet doesn't work as it involves cooked animal products, containing toxins which are then ...
Diet8/10/2005Tanya Zilberter, PhD
  Q: Do you have any diet recommendations you could share with me? My wife and I are so frustrated with ...
  A: I'm going to give you a short answer and a question. My question is, why did you go off Atkins ...

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