Low-Carb Diet: What to Eat Instead of Starches for Weight Loss?
Online consultation? Hello Dr. Chiao-Yun: I would like to ask you a question: If I don't eat starch, what can I eat? For breakfast, I have two slices of toast with eggs, ham, and cheese; for lunch, I eat vegetables without rice. What can I have for dinner? (I don't want...
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Hello, Apple. First, I want to clarify a small concept: starch includes all products made from rice and flour, as well as foods like sweet potatoes, taro, corn, potatoes, lotus seeds, pumpkin, water chestnuts, edamame, and fava beans, among others. Therefore, the two slices of to...[Read More] Low-Carb Diet: What to Eat Instead of Starches for Weight Loss?
Understanding Caloric Content: Does Noodle Soup Include Broth?
Regarding calorie calculation? Regarding the calorie count for a bowl of plain noodles, such as 450 calories, it typically includes the calories from the broth as well. However, it's always best to check the specific source for clarification, as some calorie counts may vary ...
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Hello, regarding calorie calculation, the most important thing is to know how many calories you need in a day and then allocate accordingly. A bowl of plain noodles contains 450 calories, which should include the broth, as the noodles alone do not have that much caloric content. ...[Read More] Understanding Caloric Content: Does Noodle Soup Include Broth?
Understanding Carnitine and HCA: Benefits and Usage for Everyone
Carnitine and HCA (Hydroxycitric Acid) What is the purpose of this substance? Can the general public consume it?
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Hello, I apologize for not being familiar with the terms "carnitine" and "HCA." I'm not sure where you came across these two products. If you could provide more information about the sources, I might be able to assist you further. Additionally, a more dir...[Read More] Understanding Carnitine and HCA: Benefits and Usage for Everyone
Effective Weight Loss Supplements: What to Consider for Your Diet
Weight loss supplements If you are looking to lose weight and considering dietary supplements, what options are available? Besides products like CoolSculpting and Orlistat, I tend to consume a higher amount of carbohydrates.
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Hello, there are many weight loss supplements available, among which high-fiber foods are commonly used. Meal replacements that are high in fiber and consumed with water can create a feeling of fullness, similar to traditional vegetable soups or salads (without dressing). There a...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Supplements: What to Consider for Your Diet
Is Eating Instant Noodles Too Often Bad for Your Health?
Does eating too much instant noodles affect health? Hello, doctor. I've often heard that eating too much instant noodles can turn you into a mummy. Is this true? I usually eat two to three bowls of instant noodles each week. Does this have any impact on my health? Thank you.
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Hello, Xiao Hong: Eating instant noodles will not turn you into a mummy because instant noodles do not contain preservatives. The common additives in instant noodles are mainly spices and antioxidants, which are added to prevent the oxidation of fats during storage due to heat or...[Read More] Is Eating Instant Noodles Too Often Bad for Your Health?
Is Drinking Green Tea Powder Healthy or Harmful for Your Body?
Green tea powder Does regularly consuming green tea powder put a burden on the body?
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Hello, generally speaking, matcha powder does not pose any significant issues. However, since green tea contains alkaloids such as theobromine, it can interfere with iron absorption. Therefore, it is recommended that you avoid consuming it before or after meals to prevent hinderi...[Read More] Is Drinking Green Tea Powder Healthy or Harmful for Your Body?
Can Babies Drink Goji Berry and Red Date Water Safely?
Can infants drink goji berry and red dates? Hello, I would like to ask if it's safe for children to drink goji berry and red date water. I have a habit of drinking it myself and would like to give it to my child, who is already seven months old. Also, is it okay for her to d...
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Hello, red dates (for blood nourishment) and goji berries (for vision improvement) in water should not pose any issues. You can try it and see if your baby likes the taste. However, I wouldn't specifically encourage you to give it to your child. The health tonic "Andy S...[Read More] Can Babies Drink Goji Berry and Red Date Water Safely?
Comparing Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium for Your Baby's Nutrition
Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium? I would like to ask if the ingredients of Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium are the same. Is it better for my seven-month-old daughter to consume Lactobacillus rhamnosus or Bifidobacterium? Additionally, my daughter has a poo...
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Hello, I apologize for not being familiar with the detailed ingredients of the three products you mentioned, as there are indeed too many products on the market. However, I inquired with the Nutritionist Association and the Food Research Institute, and they also do not have speci...[Read More] Comparing Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium for Your Baby's Nutrition
Boost Your Metabolism: Effective Exercises and Nutrition Tips
How to increase metabolic rate? Hello! I have been brisk walking for 30 minutes every morning, followed by 30 minutes of stretching exercises, including calf raises with my arms extended, for almost two months now. However, my body fat percentage has not decreased, and my metabol...
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Hello, first you may need to understand the accuracy of your body fat scale, as there are many models on the market with prices ranging from thousands to tens of thousands of dollars, resulting in varying degrees of accuracy. Second, if you have a muscular build, it may be more d...[Read More] Boost Your Metabolism: Effective Exercises and Nutrition Tips
Why Am I Always Hungry? Understanding Nutrition and Weight Management
I'm in so much pain! I'm always hungry? I don't know why I always feel hungry, and I had previously tried to lose weight because I was overweight. After losing a few kilograms, I thought I would return to a normal diet, but afterwards, I always felt like I could ne...
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Eating not only provides our bodies with nutrition but also satisfies our psychological needs. Just like children who suck on pacifiers, especially before bedtime or when they are upset, if you want to eat more but with low calories, vegetables are probably the only option (exclu...[Read More] Why Am I Always Hungry? Understanding Nutrition and Weight Management
Daily Diet Tips for Managing Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers
What should be the daily diet for gastric ulcers? Hello Ms. Liu, I have been suffering from gastric and duodenal ulcers and have been on medication for six months. However, I underwent another endoscopy on May 13, and while the original ulcer has healed, there is a new ulcer near...
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Hello, gastrointestinal diseases require long-term care. To cherish your digestive system, avoid overworking or irritating it. For example, hard-to-digest foods include tough items like celery and dried bamboo shoots, fried foods like fried chicken, and difficult-to-digest items ...[Read More] Daily Diet Tips for Managing Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers
Nutrition Tips for Daily Eating with Tuberculosis: Boost Your Strength
How to Eat in Daily Life with Tuberculosis Thank you, Ms. Liu, for your previous assistance. I have now confirmed that I have contracted tuberculosis. I would appreciate your guidance on what foods I should eat daily to help maintain my strength. Thank you.
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Hello, regarding tuberculosis, there are several important points to note: 1. Adequate caloric and protein intake is essential. If you have a slight fever, you may need to increase your snack intake to supplement your calories. If possible, adding two protein-rich snacks throug...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Daily Eating with Tuberculosis: Boost Your Strength
Healthy Recipes for Nutritional Guidance: Your Questions Answered
Recipe Thank you, Ms. Liu, for the information you provided. I will reach out to you for leave once the diagnosis is confirmed. Additionally, could you please share the recipe or the website reference for the lily yam porridge, white fungus and lily soup, and the pear stew with F...
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Hello, basically, these are all prepared by stewing. They are helpful for moisturizing the lungs and relieving cough. However, for actual treatment of diseases, it is essential to consult a physician for targeted medication. Lily and yam porridge: Use 10g of lily and 20g of yam...[Read More] Healthy Recipes for Nutritional Guidance: Your Questions Answered
Healthy Snack Ideas for Diabetics and Kidney Patients
Diet for Diseases Hello Doctor: My mother has diabetes and uremia (dialysis), and she also has high uric acid levels. To control her blood sugar, we are considering making snacks using ingredients like Job's tears, red beans, tremella, and chicken, but we are concerned about...
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Hello, your mother's condition is quite concerning. Job's tears and red beans are both starchy foods and should be exchanged for grains and root vegetables. Approximately 20 grams is equivalent to 1/4 bowl of rice. If you hope to use these foods to reduce edema, the eff...[Read More] Healthy Snack Ideas for Diabetics and Kidney Patients
Nutrition Tips for Lung Cancer and Tuberculosis Patients
Daily Diet for Patients with Lung Cancer or Tuberculosis Ms. Liu has recently been experiencing excessive phlegm and a cold that has persisted for over seven months. She visited the thoracic department at Cathay General Hospital, where the doctors suggested that it could possibly...
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Hello, I would like to first clarify which disease is the most important. After all, there is a significant difference between tuberculosis and lung cancer. Generally speaking, lung diseases require more calories, so easily digestible foods that are high in calories are suitable ...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Lung Cancer and Tuberculosis Patients
Struggling with Weight Loss: Nutrition Tips for Busy Students
I want to lose weight? Hello, Dr. Liu. My height is 155 cm and my weight is 53.6 kg. I feel that I am still quite overweight. For breakfast, I eat fried noodles, for lunch, I have a buffet meal, and for dinner, I sometimes eat two pieces of bread or instant noodles. I tend to eat...
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Hello, let me reassure you that confidence is the first key to success. You must have confidence! Losing weight is not a complex matter; it can be summed up in a seven-word mantra: eat less, move more, and be persistent (memorize this and think about it before you eat). Seeing ho...[Read More] Struggling with Weight Loss: Nutrition Tips for Busy Students
Nutritional Guidance for Infants with Congenital Heart Disease
Heart disease Hello, my child has just turned 6 months old and is suffering from congenital heart disease. She has a low milk intake and is gaining weight very slowly. Currently, she is on medications such as digoxin, diuretics, and anticoagulants to manage her condition. Surgery...
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Hello, generally, a typical four-month-old child weighs about twice their birth weight, and by one year old, they weigh about three times their birth weight. If your baby was born weighing around 2600-2700 grams, they would be approximately 8 kilograms by their first birthday. Si...[Read More] Nutritional Guidance for Infants with Congenital Heart Disease
Is Fluorescent Green Color in Cooked Duck Meat Safe to Eat?
Can duck meat have a fluorescent green and skin color? I would like to ask a question, and I appreciate your time in understanding and answering it. My question is: Under normal circumstances, after blanching and cutting frozen cooked duck meat, will the meat pieces exhibit a flu...
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Hello, please don't worry. Duck meat is also considered a food high in iron. In fact, it is primarily composed of iron, and you might recall that it has a metallic sheen. You may find that it appears more fluorescent when cooked for a longer time, but this is just the natura...[Read More] Is Fluorescent Green Color in Cooked Duck Meat Safe to Eat?
How to Gain Weight with a Poor Appetite: Tips for Digestive Health
Thin I am 166 cm tall and weigh 53 kg, and I have a poor appetite. What foods are better for my gastrointestinal health, and how can I gain weight?
Dr. Liu Qiaoyun reply Nutrition
Hello, your weight is indeed a bit on the lighter side. Your ideal weight is around 60 kilograms. 1. If you have a poor appetite, eating smaller meals more frequently may be a more feasible approach. If your health is good and you are still young, the variety of foods you can c...[Read More] How to Gain Weight with a Poor Appetite: Tips for Digestive Health
Is Chicken Essence Powder Harmful to Your Health?
Is chicken essence harmful to health? Hello Dietitian Liu: I would like to ask if adding chicken bouillon powder to stir-fry dishes every day for better flavor would affect health. Please let me know, thank you.
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Hello, chicken essence powder is a very small molecular chemical substance that has a strong affinity for water and a pleasant taste. However, it can lead to dry mouth after meals because it absorbs a significant amount of the body's free water, altering the body's conc...[Read More] Is Chicken Essence Powder Harmful to Your Health?