Dr. Fan Chunmei reply Nutrition Question - Page 2

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...

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...

Moisture content of rice? Doctor, for foods like white rice, which contain about 40-50% moisture, how much moisture do fried foods like fried chicken lose during the frying process? What would the final moisture content be? Also, does pan-frying result in significant moisture los...

The order of activities for managing blood sugar levels in diabetes after a meal includes eating fruit, drinking tea, measuring blood sugar, and then exercising? My father is 54 years old and has just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He usually drinks tea and brown rice tea. ...

What can you eat with esophageal ulcers? I have been diagnosed with an esophageal ulcer due to chest pain, and it has been four days. I am tired of drinking Ensure and really want to start eating normal food. The doctor only advised me to consume "cold soft foods." Coul...

The moisture content of rice? Hello, nutritionist. I would like to ask if the calorie counts for rice indicated by restaurants are accurate. I have ordered takeout before and weighed the rice, which was 220 grams, but the calorie count listed was only 150 calories (however, the r...

A 65-year-old woman with mild diabetes, who underwent gallbladder removal nearly three years ago, is experiencing a lack of appetite and diminished taste sensation? Hello Doctor: My mother is 65 years old and has had mild diabetes for over three years. She underwent gallbladder r...

Calcium supplements should not be taken with certain foods, including: 1. Foods high in oxalates, such as spinach, rhubarb, and beet greens, as they can inhibit calcium absorption. 2. Foods high To supplement calcium, it is important to note that calcium supplements should not b...

The recommended daily allowance of vitamin D is approximately 600 to 800 IU (International Units) for most adults, although some individuals may require higher doses based on 1. A cup of unsweetened yogurt typically contains about 100 to 150 IU of vitamin D, depending on the bran...

Type 2 Diabetes Nutrition Labeling Staple Food Conversion For type 2 diabetes, when calculating staple food equivalents based on nutritional labels, consider the following example: Nutritional label (per serving of 4.0 grams): - Calories: 11.6 kcal - Protein: 0.2 grams - Fat...

Unsweetened yogurt 1. A cup of unsweetened yogurt typically contains about 300 mg of calcium and approximately 100 IU of vitamin D. 2. A cup of milk generally contains about 300 mg of calcium and around 100 IU of vitamin D. 3. A cup is approximately 240 ml or cc.

I still want to grow taller? Hello, doctor. I am 18 years old and 168 cm tall. I got my first period at 14, and although the flow is not very heavy, it is quite regular. My father is 183 cm tall and my mother is 160 cm tall. I have used some height calculation formulas, and it se...

Weight loss and weight management counseling? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've encountered a plateau during my weight loss journey. Besides increasing muscle mass, what dietary changes can I make to boost my metabolism? Additionally, I came across a weight loss supplement with ...

Is salt koji considered a fermented product? Hello, is salt koji considered a pickled product or a fermented product? News reports suggest that pickled and fermented foods may increase cancer risk, but salt koji has recently become popular as a seasoning. I would like to know mor...

The issue of iodized salt in relation to thyroid nodules? Hello, about seven years ago, I discovered numerous small thyroid nodules. I have been monitoring them annually, and my doctor mentioned that my nodules are due to my constitution and that I should coexist with them peacef...

Diet for Prediabetes Hello, nutritionist. I went to the hospital for a check-up and my fasting blood sugar was 106, and my hemoglobin A1c was 5.7. The doctor told me I have prediabetes, and since there were many patients at the time, he only advised me to monitor my intake of sta...

How many times a week is considered excessive (too frequent) for consuming beverages? Hello Doctor: My current dietary habits include occasionally drinking instant three-in-one coffee at home (about 2 to 3 times a week, one cup each time). At other times, I drink plain water, and...

Could you please provide more details about your question regarding fish oil? Hello Dr. Fan, I recently bought a fish oil supplement for my parents, specifically looking for a product derived from small fish. I would like to ask about the ingredients in this bottle and how many c...

Is it true that consuming too much butterfly pea flower can lead to increased uric acid levels? Hello, butterfly pea flower is currently very popular, but my father heard from a friend that consuming too much butterfly pea flower can lead to high uric acid levels. He also mention...