Nutrition Q&A - Page 7

Low-protein diet / Dietary calorie and protein calculation Hello, Director Fan. I have lupus erythematosus and previously consulted a nutritionist due to persistently low albumin levels, receiving an educational handout. However, I have some questions regarding my calculations of...

Elevated triglycerides? Hello, Dr. Fan. I had a physical examination in July and found that my cholesterol levels were high. At that time, my total cholesterol was 6.07 mmol/L, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) was 1.31 mmol/L, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) was 4.46 mmol/L, and trig...

Is whole grain bread difficult to digest? Hello, Director Fan. Thank you for taking the time to address my concerns. I am 52 years old, 172 cm tall, and weigh 73.5 kg. Although I have no history of diabetes, I pay close attention to my blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Curre...

Nutritional Counseling The 20 grams of soybeans refers to the weight of the dry beans, not the weight of the soaked or cooked beans.

Weight loss with loss of appetite? I am 156 cm tall and weigh 63 kg, and I have maintained this weight for about six to seven years (I know this is above the normal BMI). I usually eat very little; I don't snack in between meals and I don't have late-night snacks. I typ...

Nutritional deficiency I am currently experiencing difficulty swallowing, and since the cause has not yet been identified, I have lost over 10 kilograms due to eating difficulties. At this point, I can only consume pure liquids, and even soft foods like porridge and steamed eggs ...

Total cholesterol exceeds the standard? Hello, Director Zhang. After my health check-up, I was quite alarmed. The doctor said I have hyperlipidemia. My total cholesterol is 206 mg/dL, triglycerides are 69 mg/dL, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) is 85 mg/dL, low-density lipoprotein ...

Blood draw issues? Hello Doctor, I recently had a blood test due to knee pain. The report was mostly fine, but there were two concerning values regarding my lipid profile: total cholesterol 165 mg/dL, triglycerides 215 mg/dL, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) 32 mg/dL, and low-densi...

Nutritional supplements after thyroid nodule surgery? After a family member has undergone surgery for a thyroid nodule, I would like to ask the doctor if it is safe to consume chicken essence and ginseng for energy.

Does skipping a meal or not eating when not hungry affect health? Recently, I may have indulged too much and gained several kilograms, so I started trying to skip a meal or not eat if I don't feel hungry. Will this affect my health? Additionally, I'm concerned whether s...

Diet for Pneumonia Hello, a friend’s family member has developed pneumonia and pleural effusion due to smoking and is currently undergoing intubation treatment. I would like to ask if there are any suitable fruits for their diet, and whether the patient can consume black garlic. ...

Weight loss Hello Dr. Fan, I had a physical examination around the end of July and discovered that my cholesterol levels were elevated, so I started to control my diet and exercise. Now, I drink tea daily, consume 1.5 to 2 liters of water, take flaxseed, and eat two bowls of vege...

Is the Yuan tablet made from dead bacteria? Hello, doctor. I would like to take probiotics containing live bacteria to maintain a healthy gut flora. Can you tell me if the bacteria in the supplement are dead? I'm worried that if I stop taking them, I will immediately experie...

Want to gain weight? Hello Doctor: My current height is 163 cm and my weight is 42 kg. I have been underweight since childhood, but my diet is generally normal, except that I drink less water. I also experience mild constipation and do not exercise much. What other methods can I ...

Dietary Recommendations for a 62-Year-Old Woman with Calcium Deficiency Hello, Dietitian Fan. Recently, I noticed that my mother's nails have prominent white horizontal lines. After visiting a dermatologist, the doctor indicated that this is caused by calcium deficiency. The...

Calcium supplements, uterine fibroids? Hello, I would like to ask: I have had uterine fibroids for several years, but they have shrunk, and my gynecologist said I can just have regular follow-up visits! My bone density test result is -1.6. The doctor suggested calcium supplements...

Food issues Hello, I am currently seeing a psychiatrist regularly, have moderate fatty liver, weigh about 67 kg, and am 161 cm tall. I have a strong preference for bubble tea, consuming about two 1250 cc bottles daily. I do not exercise, believing that my work-related physical la...

Consumption of concentrated milk protein can lead to nasal congestion and difficulty breathing? Hello, doctor. Every time I consume concentrated whey protein, I experience nasal congestion and difficulty breathing shortly afterward, lasting about two to three hours. Could this be...

Which type of dietary supplements is more suitable for the elderly? Currently, my grandfather is 80 years old, has a poor appetite, easily fatigues, and experiences weakness in his legs, often leading to falls. Despite multiple suggestions, he is reluctant to see a doctor and is ...

Are there any medications that can help with weight gain? Hello, doctor. I am very thin, with a BMI of only 18.2, but I eat three meals a day (lunch/dinner/snack). However, I have ongoing gastrointestinal issues, specifically diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome, which c...