Dr. Cai Xiuwen reply Nutrition Question - Page 23

Stroke Diet Hello Doctor: Two years ago, my mother suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage (stroke) due to high blood pressure and underwent a drainage surgery (to remove blood from the brain). A little over a month after her discharge, she had another surgery for abdominal drainage (...

Please ask your question? I would like to ask for your advice! My uncle has suffered brain damage and has had a tracheostomy for almost a year, requiring tube feeding. Due to his frail condition, he occasionally experiences fevers. We hope you can provide us with valuable suggest...

Can you get probiotics from mixing Yakult with green tea? Recently, there have been drinks available that combine Yakult and green tea, which are said to provide lactic acid bacteria and vitamin C, potentially helping to prevent colds. However, some people claim that green tea ca...

Does Dr. Tsai provide consultations at Nantou Hospital? Dr. Tsai, do you provide consultations at Nantou Hospital, and are you able to design weight loss meal plans for patients?

Red yeast rice natto Dear Supervisor Tsai, I have been experiencing elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Currently, I am taking red yeast rice and natto supplements. Could you please advise whether it is more effective to take these supplements before or after meals? Ad...

I really want to have anorexia! I am 167 cm tall. Two years ago, I weighed 78 kg, and now I weigh 46 kg. Even though I am already too thin, I still constantly want to lose weight and feel that I am fat. This summer, I developed binge eating behaviors, going to all-you-can-eat cak...

Is this weight loss method too extreme? Hello Dr. Tsai, I am 19 years old, currently weighing 56 kg (down to 54 kg). My body shape resembles a pear (with an extremely overweight lower body), but my upper body is very thin, making it difficult for me to find jeans that fit. My c...

Question My younger son is 11 and a half years old (almost 12), with a height of 152 cm and a weight of 46 kg. Is this normal? However, some of his classmates weigh only in the thirties. My son has a bit of a belly; what nutritious meal plans would you recommend? He never eats sn...

Regarding Maifan Stone? The characteristics of Maifan stone include its adsorptive and purifying properties. According to tests conducted by the Japan Health Inspection Center, when 10% Maifan stone was added to a 0.1 ppm mercury solution, 85% of the mercury was removed after fou...

Choosing a Multivitamin? Hello Dr. Tsai, I would like to ask how we should choose multivitamins and single vitamin supplements (like vitamin C) available on the market. Should we look at the content and dosage of the ingredients? Are there any websites where we can find informa...

Individuals with gastrointestinal bleeding should follow a careful dietary regimen to manage their condition while aiming for weight loss. It is essential to focus on nutrient-dense foods that are easy to digest and avoid irritants. Here are some dietary recommendations: 1. **Op...

How to increase low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL)? I recently received my health check report, which indicated that my high-density lipoprotein (HDL) level is low (34), while my total cholesterol and triglycerides are normal. What dietary or other methods can I use to ...

A minor issue with cholesterol? Hello, I was quite shocked after my recent health check-up because my cholesterol level is 252, which is considered high. However, I rarely eat meat and often consume vegetables. My weight is also on the lower side. Why could my cholesterol be elev...

Dietary Control for Stroke For individuals who are overweight, have diabetes, hypertension, and have recently experienced a small blood vessel rupture in the brain, dietary control and maintenance are crucial. Here are some recommendations: 1. **Balanced Diet**: Focus on a well-...

Kidney problems Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed that my urine has been cloudy for some time without improvement, and I have also been experiencing lower back pain. I thought there might be an issue with my kidneys, so I went to a laboratory to have my urine and blood tested. I...

The therapeutic effects of vinegar-soaked raisins? What are the health benefits of vinegar-soaked raisins? There is an article online about this; is it accurate? Raisins are the best ally against diseases and free radicals. In today's world, raisins are a common food item. U...

Konjac Can patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis consume konjac products?

How to improve? Hello, Nutritionist: Reports indicate that if calorie intake is too low during a weight loss period, it may lead to a decrease in basal metabolic rate (BMR) over time, even if exercise is incorporated, resulting in a body that is prone to regaining weight. If one ...

Regarding dietary therapy? I previously took some harmful weight loss pills that seemed to contain ephedra or other drug components. While I was taking them, I experienced significant weight loss, a lack of appetite, excellent metabolism, and I was able to sweat easily. I could a...

Individuals with renal failure, hypertension, anemia, duodenal ulcers, and dyslipidemia may be unsure about the appropriate dietary choices? Hello, Dr. Tsai! I am a patient with chronic kidney failure, hypertension, anemia (hemoglobin 7), duodenal ulcer, and dyslipidemia. I am un...