ASK BONNIE for February 2001


Question #1:

Bonnie, I am a 29 year old and the mother of a 6 year old. I have been thin all my life at 5'8 and 125 pounds with a small frame. I actually look much thinner than I am. I know most women would love to be my size, but I feel weak and unatttractive. My question is, what is the fastest and safest way to add 15-20 pounds to my weight. I want to look more shapely and feel better about myself.

Answer #1: 

I would need to know more about your food intake, digestion, and absorption. You may not be getting enough fat/protein calories and eating too much malabsorbed starch (such as whole grain and wheat). The first thing I would try is more fat (add 30-40 grams daily) from avocado (guacamole), nuts/seeds, humus (full fat variety), non-hydrogenated margarine (such a Spectrum) and other energy producing heart healthy fats.

Also, cut back on grains while adding more fruits and veggies. If this does not produce the desired result, I would need to do a nutritional consult.

Question #2:

Bonnie, what dietary recommendations would make for someone just diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis?

Answer #2: 

This is not a simple answer. I would need to see test results for sytemic yeast, allergies, food sensitivities, CBC, Chem Screen, and Urinalysis before making an evaluation. There is definitely a relationship with psoriasis, arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis to allergies, food sensitivities, and/or a yeast overgrowth. Thus, it is essential that these avenues be explored.

Have a happy, healthy day.

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