Nutrition Q&A - Page 47

Is it suitable to drink black tea with meals? Hello, many restaurants offer complimentary tea, usually black tea. Is it really okay to consume tea while eating? Could it cause indigestion or other issues? Thank you.

Health check-up I am experiencing continuous weight loss despite having a normal lifestyle and diet, along with persistent hair loss. Which medical specialty should I consult for a physical examination, and what would the cost be?

How to gain weight in the lower body? Hello, doctor! I am about 161 cm tall and weigh around 45 kg. My upper body has some flesh, and my breasts are not small, but my lower body, especially my legs, is so thin that it looks like they might break. I appear top-heavy. How can I gai...

What should I do if I have stomach issues? People with gastrointestinal issues should avoid certain foods. These include spicy foods, fatty foods, fried foods, acidic foods (like citrus fruits and tomatoes), caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated beverages, as they can irritate the st...

Are there dietary solutions for resolving constipation? I have been struggling with chronic constipation. I have daily bowel movements, but I still feel like I can't completely empty my bowels. Recently, I went for an examination, and the doctor said that I have severe fecal...

Carrot Director Shih, how can we best absorb the nutrients from carrots? Is it okay to drink freshly made juice, or do we need to cook them like tomatoes to access the nutrients? Or do we need to use a high-speed blender to extract the nutrients? Thank you for your clarification.

Diabetic Meal Plan Hello, Nutritionist: My mother-in-law has diabetes that has led to kidney disease, and her kidney condition is now quite severe, requiring dialysis. I notice that her appetite is poor every day, and due to her illness, there are many dietary restrictions. Altho...

Can egg yolks be eaten? Hello, nutritionist: I have read in a book that "duck eggs contain high-density, high-quality cholesterol." Therefore, is it a misconception that elderly individuals, as well as those with high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases, should a...

Methods of Consuming and Storing Flaxseeds Hello, I would like to ask about the methods of consuming and storing flaxseed: since Brazil sells flaxseed powder, it is more convenient for us office workers. However, I have heard that this may lead to a loss of its nutrients. What sh...

Health supplements How can one maximize the absorption of nutrients when taking dietary supplements? What methods can enhance the body's absorption rate? Thank you!

Folic acid overdose Hello, nutritionist. Today I read in the newspaper that long-term excessive intake of folic acid (800 mcg) can lead to cancer. I take one multivitamin in the morning (which contains 800 mcg of folic acid) and two B-complex vitamins (which contain 300 mcg of fo...

Health supplement issues? Is it true that pearl powder can really whiten the skin? I've heard that it's very effective! I bought Vitamin C from Laitui Mei; when should I take it? Is it more effective to take it before bed? Would effervescent tablets be better for absorp...

Is it true that buckwheat can easily cause allergies? I previously saw a nutritionist on a television program say, "Buckwheat can easily cause allergies," but I also found information online stating that in botany, buckwheat is not a grain and does not contain gluten, s...

Supplementing collagen? Hello, nutritionist: Is it true that supplementing with collagen ultimately just breaks down into proteins and amino acids for absorption? If that's the case, is collagen supplementation unnecessary? Additionally, if someone is on a balanced diet and ...

Can anemia lead to weight loss? What are the types of anemia, and how are they classified as mild, moderate, or severe? Is it suitable for individuals with anemia to consume weight loss products for dieting?

I would like to know the waste rate? I would like to know which part of the chicken has the highest waste rate, and which part has the lowest? Thank you.

The effects of cooking on meat? Because I live off-campus, I can cook for myself. I would like to know how cooking methods affect the nutrients in meat and what the differences are among methods such as stir-frying, frying, pan-frying, grilling, stewing, and boiling.

A rubber band fell into the vegetables while blanching them? If my mom blanched vegetables in hot water and I found a rubber band in the vegetables while eating, could the rubber band release toxins into the vegetables?

How should the main or complementary foods for a one-year and three-month-old infant be prepared? Hello, Director Shi. My daughter is one year and three months old, with a height of approximately 78 cm and a weight of 9 kg. The pediatrician has informed me that her weight seems i...

Diet for Protecting Gastric Mucosa Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about issues related to the gastric mucosa. I have had gastrointestinal problems since childhood, and I experienced a gastric ulcer in elementary school. The likely cause was my irregular eating habits, as I of...