Essential Nutrition Tips for Healthy Living in Your Late 20s
Regarding health at the age of 29? Hello, nutritionist: Since both my partner and I are nearly 30 years old and working professionals, we want to take good care of our health to ensure longevity. Currently, I am 170 cm tall and weigh 66 kg. I have quit smoking, do not drink alcoh...
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Hello! I'm really glad to see young people becoming aware of the importance of maintaining their health, which is not an easy task. With your height and weight, your current physical condition is within a reasonable range, and your diet and lifestyle are also very healthy. N...[Read More] Essential Nutrition Tips for Healthy Living in Your Late 20s
Do You Really Need to Take Lecithin? A Nutritional Guide
Is it necessary to take lecithin? Hello, Dietitian Tsai: I apologize for asking, but I wanted to know about the components of lecithin. Is it necessary to take something like lecithin? Is this type of supplement available at regular pharmacies? Thank you.
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Hello! According to the recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no specific daily intake guideline or restriction for lecithin. Lecithin is found in natural foods such as soybeans and egg yolks. It is advisable to choose foods like soybeans and soy milk...[Read More] Do You Really Need to Take Lecithin? A Nutritional Guide
Understanding Lecithin: Its Role in Infant Formula Nutrition
Lecithin components Hello, Dietitian Tsai: I have heard a new term regarding infant formula, which is lecithin. Could you please explain what lecithin is? Thank you.
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Hello! Lecithin, which means "fat containing phosphorus from egg yolk," is derived from the Greek word "Lekithos," which is the origin of the name lecithin. Lecithin is a mixture of phospholipids, glycolipids, and triglycerides, and it is present in every cell...[Read More] Understanding Lecithin: Its Role in Infant Formula Nutrition
Understanding Blood Sugar Levels and Dietary Guidance from Nutritionist Tsai
Thank you, Dietitian Tsai? Hello, Dietitian Tsai: Today I returned to the cardiology department to review my blood test results. My fasting blood glucose is 96 mg/dL and my hemoglobin A1c is 5.5% (three months ago, my fasting blood glucose was 130 mg/dL and my hemoglobin A1c was ...
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Hello. Currently, the diagnostic criteria for diabetes in the country include: 1. Fasting blood glucose levels exceeding 126 mg/dL on two occasions, 2. Random blood glucose levels exceeding 200 mg/dL, 3. Hemoglobin A1c exceeding 6.5%. Therefore, since both of your blood test resu...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels and Dietary Guidance from Nutritionist Tsai
Concerns About White Kidney Beans and Chitosan: Dietary Impact on Health
White kidney bean and chitosan consumption issues? I would like to ask the doctor... I have been consuming Costco's white kidney beans and NOW's chitosan for almost a year. Because I have been using weight loss supplements, I have slightly indulged in my eating habits a...
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Hello! The extract of white kidney beans contains components that inhibit starch enzymes; however, it is important to note that consuming raw white kidney beans can lead to diarrhea and vomiting. Cooking white kidney beans destroys the components that inhibit starch absorption. C...[Read More] Concerns About White Kidney Beans and Chitosan: Dietary Impact on Health
Nutrition Tips for Stage 0 Breast Cancer: Diet Myths and Facts
Cancer Diet Hello, I would like to ask about the diet for stage 0 breast cancer (currently undergoing hormone therapy). There are widespread claims that making the body more alkaline is beneficial for the condition. Is this true? If so, what foods should be increased and which on...
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Hello! Current research indicates that high-fat diets, genetic factors, and breast cancer are more closely related, while the body's acidity and alkalinity seem to have less evidence supporting a connection to breast cancer. It is still recommended to avoid processed foods a...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Stage 0 Breast Cancer: Diet Myths and Facts
Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Insights for Diabetics and Nutrition
About Diabetes Hello Dietitian Tsai: I apologize for bothering you again. I have been checking my blood sugar levels 3-4 times a day and controlling my diet while losing weight; I currently weigh 84 kg (originally 102 kg). Occasionally, my postprandial blood sugar levels are betw...
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Blood sugar levels are influenced by many factors. Consuming too many peanuts may also be a contributing factor to blood sugar changes. However, it is important to consider other aspects of your health, such as sleep quality, whether you have a cold, or any other infections, as t...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Insights for Diabetics and Nutrition
Essential Dietary Tips for Managing Diabetes: Fiber-Rich Foods and Meal Planning
Dietary Considerations for Diabetes Could you please tell me how much sugar is in 100 grams of high-fiber foods like steamed buns and bread, what ingredients are used in high-fiber foods, and how to best combine them in three meals? Thank you.
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Hello, Xiao Yu! High-fiber steamed buns and bread are generally made from ingredients like oats, brown rice, and germ, which contain a higher amount of dietary fiber. However, each manufacturer has different recipes. Typically, around 100 grams contains about 200-300 calories and...[Read More] Essential Dietary Tips for Managing Diabetes: Fiber-Rich Foods and Meal Planning
Understanding Blood Sugar Fluctuations in Diabetes Management
About diabetes? Hello Dietitian Tsai: First, thank you for your response on September 5th. My weight has decreased from 97 kg to 91 kg. Over the past 20 days, I have been controlling my diet and monitoring my blood sugar daily, which has mostly remained normal. However, there wer...
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Hello! According to your blood glucose monitoring records, your fasting blood glucose levels are normal, but your postprandial blood glucose levels on 9/16 and 9/18 were elevated. Generally, factors that influence postprandial blood glucose include: 1. Pre-meal blood glucose (you...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Fluctuations in Diabetes Management
Managing Early Diabetes: Nutrition Tips and Lemon Water Benefits
About diabetes? Hello, Dietitian Tsai: Thank you for your response on September 25th. On the day my blood sugar was high, I was feeling very fatigued (due to insomnia the night before). Could this have caused my elevated blood sugar? The cardiologist mentioned that I am in the ea...
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Hello! For prediabetes, it is recommended to maintain a regular high-fiber, low-fat diet. However, based on your eating habits, it seems that your breakfast and lunch often lack protein sources, which can lead to low energy levels and increased hunger during the day. I suggest in...[Read More] Managing Early Diabetes: Nutrition Tips and Lemon Water Benefits
Managing Diet for Hypertension, Diabetes, and Fatty Liver: Expert Advice
Diet for the Three Highs (Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Hello, Dietitian Tsai: I have high blood pressure, proteinuria, and dyslipidemia. I am currently on medication for fatty liver. I was diagnosed with early-stage diabetes two days ago (pre-meal blood sugar 130, hemoglobin A1c...
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Hello! Turmeric contains curcumin, which is an antioxidant. In recent years, there have been some studies related to turmeric and its antioxidant properties. The "three highs" refer to a metabolic syndrome characterized by high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high...[Read More] Managing Diet for Hypertension, Diabetes, and Fatty Liver: Expert Advice
Probiotics for IBS: Finding the Most Effective Options
Regarding probiotics and their effects on improving irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Hello, doctor. I found online that there is medical evidence supporting the effectiveness of probiotics in improving irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). I would like to know if there are specific prob...
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Hello! Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), also known as spastic colon syndrome, is a chronic condition characterized by recurrent abdominal pain or changes in bowel function. Dietary recommendations include increasing dietary fiber, consuming probiotics, and following a low-fat, hig...[Read More] Probiotics for IBS: Finding the Most Effective Options
Post-Gallbladder Surgery Diet Tips for Hypertension Patients
Dietary Recommendations for Patients After Hypertension and Gallbladder Removal Surgery Hello, nutritionist. I had my gallbladder removed in June last year (2013/06) due to gallstones, and since then my diet has become very bland. However, I occasionally experience diarrhea after...
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Hello! After gallbladder removal, the diet is generally recommended to be light to prevent digestive issues caused by suddenly consuming too much fat, which can lead to fatty diarrhea. Typically, fat intake can gradually return to a normal diet. Of course, a healthy diet is still...[Read More] Post-Gallbladder Surgery Diet Tips for Hypertension Patients
Do Boiling Vegetables Reduce Phosphorus and Potassium for Dialysis Patients?
excuse me? My mother is a dialysis patient. Recently, a relative told me that phosphorus and potassium dissolve in water, so if we blanch vegetables in hot water before eating, we won't consume too much potassium and phosphorus. Is this true? Thank you.
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Hello! Potassium ions dissolve in water, and for vegetables high in potassium, blanching can reduce potassium content. However, consuming too many high-potassium vegetables can still lead to excessive potassium intake. Other high-potassium fruits and nuts cannot be reduced by boi...[Read More] Do Boiling Vegetables Reduce Phosphorus and Potassium for Dialysis Patients?
How to Improve Nutrition for Low Blood Pressure and Protein Levels
Low blood pressure and low protein levels? My husband has been on dialysis for over 20 years and has contracted hepatitis C due to dialysis-related infections. He also suffers from hepatic encephalopathy. Two years ago, he was diagnosed with metastatic liver tumors. Last month, h...
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Hello! Based on your description, if the blood pressure is low, it is likely that the current digestive condition is poor. If your husband is in the intensive care unit, there should be a dietitian available for consultation. I recommend that you ask the hospital's dietitian...[Read More] How to Improve Nutrition for Low Blood Pressure and Protein Levels
Can You Feed Your Baby Burnt Food? Safety Tips for Cooking Mushrooms
Is it safe to eat the unburned parts of food if the bottom of the pot is burnt? 1. Cooking wood ear mushrooms and king oyster mushrooms for a 9-month-old baby, but the bottom of the pot got burnt and some wood ear mushrooms stuck to the bottom. Can the remaining mushrooms still b...
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Hello, giving burnt food to babies may not be ideal, but actually, the body won't suffer severe harm from eating burnt food just once. However, wood ear mushrooms and apricot mushrooms are harder to digest, so it's best not to give too much to babies, and they should be...[Read More] Can You Feed Your Baby Burnt Food? Safety Tips for Cooking Mushrooms
Does Frequent Bowel Movements Affect Nutrient Absorption?
Is frequent bowel movement associated with nutrient loss? Hello, I have always been slim (165 cm/50 kg), and I usually have bowel movements twice a day, typically after meals. Could this frequent bowel movement be the reason I am unable to gain weight? Is it possible that the nut...
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Hello! Your current Body Mass Index (BMI) calculated from your height and weight is 18.3. The standard BMI range is 18.5-24, indicating that you are underweight. Having bowel movements 1-3 times a day is acceptable as long as they are not watery diarrhea or accompanied by abdomin...[Read More] Does Frequent Bowel Movements Affect Nutrient Absorption?
Can Honey Replace Sugar in Your Favorite Beverages?
Using honey as a substitute for sugar? I love drinking beverages, so I consume a lot of sugar. Although I know it's unhealthy, I don't like drinking unsweetened options. Can I replace sugar with honey since I enjoy sweet flavors? For example, can I add honey instead of ...
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Hello! Actually, sugars are nutrients that the body needs, but consuming too much monosaccharide can be detrimental to health. Fructose is often discussed because it has a higher sweetness level and is commonly used as an additive in food and beverages. Excessive intake can overs...[Read More] Can Honey Replace Sugar in Your Favorite Beverages?
Best Foods to Cleanse Your Body During Menstruation
Menstrual period During menstruation, which foods can help cleanse the body of toxins?
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Hello! During menstruation, it is important to supplement with warm fluids and maintain a balanced diet. If you experience anemia, consider incorporating iron-rich foods such as rice blood cake and duck blood, while avoiding cold foods that may affect blood circulation. Regular c...[Read More] Best Foods to Cleanse Your Body During Menstruation
Can Inositol Help Improve Eczema and Support Fertility?
Inositol consumption Hello, I would like to ask if consuming inositol can improve eczema. I often have dyshidrotic eczema on my toes, and every time I visit the dermatologist, the doctor prescribes some corticosteroids, saying that this type of chronic eczema usually doesn't...
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Hello! A deficiency in myo-inositol may lead to issues related to dampness, but most of these problems are primarily due to constitution, so supplementation may not necessarily improve the situation. Regarding factors affecting fertility, it is recommended to make improvements in...[Read More] Can Inositol Help Improve Eczema and Support Fertility?