Daily Caloric Needs for Middle School Boys and Girls Explained
Calorie For middle school students, the daily caloric needs are generally as follows: - Boys: Approximately 2,200 to 2,800 calories per day, depending on their level of physical activity. - Girls: Approximately 1,800 to 2,400 calories per day, also depending on their level of p...
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Hello: According to the Department of Health, the caloric intake for Taiwanese middle school students is as follows: for boys, 2250-2500 kcal, and for girls, 2050-2300 kcal. Nutritional Guidelines > Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for the Taiwanese population: At age 13, w...[Read More] Daily Caloric Needs for Middle School Boys and Girls Explained
How to Grow Taller and Lose Weight Before Turning 15?
It's been a year... still no improvement? I have six months until I turn 15, but I am still 160 cm tall. Sometimes I drink milk, and sometimes I don't. I play basketball 2-3 days a week, but sometimes I stay up all night watching TV. I want to know how I can grow to 175...
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A-Jian: Hello, please first assess your target height = [(father's height + mother's height) / 2] + 6. If the estimated adult height is more than 5 cm below the target height, it is necessary to consult a pediatric endocrinologist for evaluation. How is your body compos...[Read More] How to Grow Taller and Lose Weight Before Turning 15?
Is Tasting Food Without Swallowing a Weight Loss Solution?
Swallowing and Not Swallowing A friend told me that his method of not gaining weight without exercising is to eat until he is 80% full at each meal. He only tastes the food in his mouth without swallowing it, so there's no need to induce vomiting, as he doesn't even swa...
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Xiao Qing Tian: Hello, I’m not sure if this method really doesn’t involve swallowing. Its purpose might be to reduce caloric intake, but it seems unlikely that no oil or water is consumed. Wishing you good health. Response from Nutritionist Hu Yuqing. 940221 Monday.[Read More] Is Tasting Food Without Swallowing a Weight Loss Solution?
How to Promote Hair Growth: Tips for Middle School Students
It still hasn't developed? At 177 cm and 72 kg in the second year of junior high school, if you haven't developed body hair yet, there are a few things to consider. It's important to understand that hair growth is influenced by genetics, hormones, and overall healt...
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Hello, everyone's developmental timeline is different, and nutritional intake cannot be tailored to a specific characteristic. Please refer to: Nutrition during Puberty http://food.doh.gov.tw/nutrition/life_period/puberty02.htm Wishing you good health. Response from Nutritio...[Read More] How to Promote Hair Growth: Tips for Middle School Students
Why Does Taking Vitamins Turn Urine Yellow? Understanding Nutrient Absorption
Issues After Taking Vitamins Why does urine turn yellow after taking vitamins (similar to vitamin B)? Is it because the vitamins have not been fully absorbed by the body and are being excreted? Are the effects of DHA and ginkgo biloba the same? Which one would you recommend for s...
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Hello, it is possible that after taking vitamin B complex, your urine may turn yellow due to metabolism. DHA has some health benefits in dietary supplements, but it seems to differ from your request. Please refer to: http://food.doh.gov.tw/life/health/qualify_food.htm. Ginkgo bil...[Read More] Why Does Taking Vitamins Turn Urine Yellow? Understanding Nutrient Absorption
Understanding Headaches and Low Blood Pressure After Eating Pork Liver
Pork liver I have never experienced headaches before, but recently I had two episodes. Reflecting on my daily activities and diet during those times, the only change was that I consumed pork liver. Additionally, I was in a state of low blood pressure during my headaches. Both tim...
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Hello! Your question is about pig liver, but I have not heard of it causing headaches. What do you mean by "low blood pressure"? Factors such as stress, poor air circulation, cold weather, low mood, tension, and changes in the menstrual cycle can all contribute to heada...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Low Blood Pressure After Eating Pork Liver
How to Regulate Irregular Periods After Rapid Weight Loss
Irregular menstruation I would like to ask a question. My height is 165 cm and my weight is 43 kg. My previous weight was 51 kg, but I lost weight over the past two months due to dieting, and now I feel that I am too thin. My parents often express their concern about my weight. H...
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Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated as 43/(1.65*1.65) = 15.8 and 51/2.7225 = 18.7. Underweight is defined as BMI < 18.5, while the normal range is 18.5 ≤ BMI < 24. According to the dietary recommendations from the Department of Health, the suggested daily intake for adult...[Read More] How to Regulate Irregular Periods After Rapid Weight Loss
Nutritional Care for Cancer Patients: High-Calorie Diets and Chemotherapy Support
I would like some information on how to care for cancer patients with high-calorie diets after surgery and how to provide care during chemotherapy? We are students from a nursing school and would like to learn more about high-calorie diets for post-operative cancer patients and h...
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You should look for books related to dietary therapy or the Dietary Guidelines of the Republic of China. Search on Yahoo for: high-calorie diets for postoperative patients and dietary care for gastric cancer patients. Visit http://www.vghtpe.gov.tw/~tcfund/information/DIET_G.HTM ...[Read More] Nutritional Care for Cancer Patients: High-Calorie Diets and Chemotherapy Support
Do Yogurt Drinks Really Contain Live Cultures? A DIY Guide
Urokinase Do the yogurt products available on the market actually contain live cultures? Are they really effective? If I want to make my own, how should I do it?
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A-Ming: Hello, I am not very clear about all the commercially available yogurt. You can check if it contains live bacteria on the label. What does "effective" refer to? You can refer to the Food Information Network homepage > Announcements > Approved Health Foods ...[Read More] Do Yogurt Drinks Really Contain Live Cultures? A DIY Guide
Affordable and Nutritious Meal Plans for Height Growth and Health
I am currently 166 cm tall and weigh 65 kg? Doctor, could you tell me what nutritious meals I should have for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that are also economical? I really hope to grow taller, but I haven't been able to, and I often eat randomly without knowing what to eat...
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Hello, Xiao Sheng: A balanced diet is essential for your daily nutrition, tailored to your age group. Please refer to the Food Information Network at http://food.doh.gov.tw/nutrition/life_period/puberty02.htm for more details. Nutrition and You > Life Stage Nutrition > Adol...[Read More] Affordable and Nutritious Meal Plans for Height Growth and Health
Height Growth Myths: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sleep Explained
I want to grow taller!!! Is it true that formula milk contains more calcium than fresh milk? Is it true that soy milk is more easily absorbed by Asians compared to cow's milk? Does soy milk have a high calcium content? Can consuming more soy products help increase height? Th...
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Hello Pingu: What is the basis for comparing the calcium content in powdered milk and fresh milk? Powdered milk is dry, while fresh milk is liquid. The calcium content can be referenced from http://www.doh.gov.tw/ufile/doc/乳品類_030607.xls. The calcium content in soy milk is 11 mg ...[Read More] Height Growth Myths: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sleep Explained
Calcium and Iron Intake: Myths and Facts About Supplementation
Intake of Calcium and Iron After reading articles published by other users, I learned that the simultaneous intake of calcium and iron is not effective. However, there are commercially available milk powders that contain both "high iron and high calcium." Isn't tha...
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Hello NONO: "High Iron, High Calcium" is a nutritional claim. Please refer to the Food Information Network at food.doh.gov.tw under Nutrition and You > Nutritional Labeling > Nutritional Claim Announcements http://www.doh.gov.tw/ufile/Doc/Regulations_on_Nutritiona...[Read More] Calcium and Iron Intake: Myths and Facts About Supplementation
Managing High Uric Acid Levels: Dietary Tips for Gout Relief
How to manage diet with a uric acid level of 9.5? About three weeks ago, I suspected that my big toe was swollen and painful due to gout. However, due to work commitments, I didn't get it checked. Recently, I had tests done, and the results confirmed that it was indeed cause...
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Wei Nong: Hello, you have high uric acid. Do you drink more than 2000 cc of water daily? Your protein sources should include 4 servings of broad categories of meat and 1 serving of dairy each day, such as chicken, duck, fish, seafood, pork, beef, lamb, legumes, and their products...[Read More] Managing High Uric Acid Levels: Dietary Tips for Gout Relief
Will Lifting Weights at 15 Affect My Height Growth?
Growing taller I am 15 years old and 160 cm tall. Will lifting dumbbells affect my height growth?
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Hello Kevin: I apologize, but exercise is not the specialty of a nutritionist. It is understood that weightlifting is primarily focused on muscle training. Jumping exercises, such as basketball, volleyball, and jump rope, may be more beneficial for height increase. I suggest cons...[Read More] Will Lifting Weights at 15 Affect My Height Growth?
Which Has More Protein: Egg White or Egg Yolk?
Nutritional Composition of Eggs The nutritional composition of an egg shows that the egg white contains a higher percentage of protein compared to the egg yolk. Specifically, egg whites are primarily composed of water and protein, while egg yolks contain fats, vitamins, and miner...
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Hello Kidd: The protein quality and quantity in egg yolk are higher than in egg white. For more details, please refer to the Department of Health: http://www.doh.gov.tw/ufile/doc/蛋類_030607.xls K007300 Egg (whole) 142 76.8 12.1 9.9 0.3 - - 0.9 433 204 0.52 0.07 0.42...[Read More] Which Has More Protein: Egg White or Egg Yolk?
What Nutrients Are Found in Beef? A Comprehensive Guide
What nutrients are found in beef? What types of nutrients are there?
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Hello Yvonne: Beef is a type of meat in a broad sense. I'm not sure what your question is about. You can check the nutritional information of beef on the Department of Health's food information website: Nutrition and You → Food and Nutrition → Food Exchange List or the ...[Read More] What Nutrients Are Found in Beef? A Comprehensive Guide
Creating a 1200-Calorie Meal Plan: Tips and Yogurt Dressing Calories
1200 Calorie Menu Hello, nutritionist... I would like to ask what I should pay attention to if I want to create a 1200-calorie menu for a week? Also, how many calories are there in yogurt dressing per 100g?
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Hello Sophia: A 1200-calorie per day menu still needs to be nutritionally balanced, and it should include all six major food groups every day. If you are using a low-calorie diet for an extended period, it is recommended to supplement with a multivitamin daily. Different brands o...[Read More] Creating a 1200-Calorie Meal Plan: Tips and Yogurt Dressing Calories
Can Nutrition and Exercise Help You Grow Taller in High School?
Increase in height? I am currently a freshman in high school and I am 165 cm tall. My father is about the same height as I am. I would like to know if I still have a chance to grow taller. I often play basketball and drink milk. Will I be able to grow taller during my three years...
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Xiao Lin: Hello, you are in the first year of high school, and there is certainly still room and time for growth. Here is the "target height" for your reference. The target height for males is calculated as: [(father's height + mother's height) / 2] + 6 cm. Wi...[Read More] Can Nutrition and Exercise Help You Grow Taller in High School?
Designing Nutritious Meals for 4-6 Year Olds: A Guide to Balanced Diets
Please advise on how to design a single dish meal according to the dietary guidelines for children aged 4 to 6 years? Daily Dietary Guidelines > Food for Ages 4 - 6 Milk (Cow's Milk) - 2 cups Egg - 1 Legumes (Tofu) - 1/2 block Fish - 1/2 serving Meat - 1/2 servi...
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Confused Mother: Hello, for children aged 4-6 years old. Breakfast: - Milk: 2 cups - Egg: 1 - Steamed egg with legumes (tofu): 1/2 block Lunch: - Cabbage and tofu soup with sesame oil: 1/2 block - Pan-fried fish: 1/2 piece - Steamed minced meat with whole grains (rice):...[Read More] Designing Nutritious Meals for 4-6 Year Olds: A Guide to Balanced Diets
Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain: Tips for Underweight Individuals
Weight gain =.=a I am currently about 175 cm tall and weigh around 52 kg. I know I am too thin! What can I do to gain weight? I have trouble putting on weight.
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Hello, Zhihong: For a 16-year-old male, the normal weight range corresponds to a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.6 and 23.4. At a height of 175 cm and a weight of 52 kg, the BMI is approximately 17, which indicates that he is slightly underweight. If he does not frequently get s...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain: Tips for Underweight Individuals