Managing High Blood Pressure and Sugar Levels During Pregnancy: Key Tips
Gestational hypertension and glycosuria? Hello, I am currently 28 weeks pregnant. My blood pressure has been on the higher side during each prenatal check-up, and my most recent reading was 140/70, with some glucose in my urine. My obstetrician advised me to reduce sugar and salt...
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FISH: Hello! Typically, when there is glucose in the urine, blood sugar levels are often above 170 mg/dL. Regardless, during pregnancy, the dietary needs for high blood sugar remain the same as during a normal pregnancy; however, the percentage of carbohydrates and meal frequency...[Read More] Managing High Blood Pressure and Sugar Levels During Pregnancy: Key Tips
Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Tips for Managing Stubborn Weight Gain
How to lose weight? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you something. Recently, my eating habits have not changed, but my weight has suddenly increased significantly. Regardless of whether I eat less or increase my exercise, my weight continues to rise, especially in my lower bod...
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Hello! Exercise combined with dietary control is currently the mainstream approach to weight management, and it is usually effective. If weight loss is not occurring, it may be due to consuming the wrong types of food or other metabolic reasons. Dietary adjustments should take in...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Tips for Managing Stubborn Weight Gain
Improving My Mother's Diet: Tips for Managing Hypertension and Knee Pain
How can I improve my mother's diet? Dear Nutritionist, My mother is a middle-aged woman in her early 50s who has long struggled with an unhealthy diet and habits, leading to obesity and hypertension (she is approximately 156 cm tall and weighs between 85 to 90 kg). Everyone...
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Hello, I'm very touched! I think the best approach is to use a compassionate strategy to reach your mother. If she knows that her child is concerned about her health, she might want to make some improvements to her diet or lifestyle. Being overweight is closely related to a ...[Read More] Improving My Mother's Diet: Tips for Managing Hypertension and Knee Pain
How to Prepare Heart-Healthy and Diabetic-Friendly Meals
How should a family member prepare their diet if they have heart disease and diabetes? Dear Nutritionist, Hello! A family member has a history of heart disease and was recently diagnosed with diabetes. I would like to ask how to prepare meals for them to maintain a good conditi...
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Hello, there are several different diagnoses for heart disease. If it is atherosclerotic heart disease, then the dietary preparation methods are similar to those for diabetes, which include appropriate fats, appropriate salt, and a balanced diet. The diabetic diet should consist ...[Read More] How to Prepare Heart-Healthy and Diabetic-Friendly Meals
Can Fat Grafting Surgery Affect Muscle Growth After Weight Loss?
Regarding fat grafting surgery and muscle growth? Hello Doctor: I am 21 years old. In the past, I took weight loss pills indiscriminately, which caused my face to become very thin, resembling the face of a very slim person. However, I have stopped taking them for a while now. It ...
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Full Moon: Hello! When assessing a person's nutritional status, we look at the temples and scapulae. If they are sunken, it may indicate issues such as insufficient caloric and protein intake. During weight loss, if caloric intake is inadequate and other nutrients are also l...[Read More] Can Fat Grafting Surgery Affect Muscle Growth After Weight Loss?
Can You Lose 20-26 Pounds in 3 Months? A Nutrition Guide
Is it possible to lose 9-12 kilograms within 3 months? Hello doctor, I have previously inquired about my situation! I mentioned that I am unsure about my diet because I live at school and eat school lunches and dinners every day. I run for half an hour and do another half hour of...
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Hello, I'm a nutritionist! It's great that you don't eat snacks or drink sugary beverages; that's a very good habit and the first step towards success. Regular exercise is also an effective method for weight control. However, you didn't mention breakfast,...[Read More] Can You Lose 20-26 Pounds in 3 Months? A Nutrition Guide
Can I Eat Clam Soup with High Uric Acid? Dietary Tips for Improvement
Diet for Uric Acid My uric acid levels are elevated. A few days ago, I went to the emergency room, and the doctor suspected acute renal failure. I was hospitalized for six days. I would like to ask if I can eat clam soup? The clams are smaller than regular clams. Can I eat them? ...
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Hello! Clams are considered high-purine foods, so dishes like clam soup or meat broth, especially rich meat broth, should be approached with caution by individuals with high uric acid levels. Additionally, excessive consumption of meat products such as chicken, duck, fish, meat, ...[Read More] Can I Eat Clam Soup with High Uric Acid? Dietary Tips for Improvement
Understanding Weight and Body Shape: Why Standards May Not Fit You
Weight and Body Shape I am 153 cm tall and weigh 43 kg. Everyone says I am too thin, and the standard weight should be around 50 kg. However, if I were to increase my weight to 50 kg, or even just to 46 kg, my body would appear somewhat overweight. Why is it that I cannot look av...
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Hello, based on your weight, you are on the thinner side. If possible, evaluate your daily food intake to see if it is related to your diet, as inappropriate eating habits can lead to health issues. Additionally, looking overweight and being overweight are two different matters a...[Read More] Understanding Weight and Body Shape: Why Standards May Not Fit You
Is It Possible to Lose 20-26 Pounds in 3 Months for a Teen?
Is it possible to lose 9-12 kilograms within three months? Hello, doctor. I am a 16-year-old high school student who has been teased about my weight since elementary school. I really want to lose weight now! I also have asthma, so I hope to lose weight safely. I am 175 cm tall an...
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Hello! I am a nutritionist. If you want to lose weight, you have already succeeded halfway. The other half depends on a correct and disciplined diet and exercise. It's important to maintain a balanced diet and to exercise, such as running in place for 30 minutes every day. I...[Read More] Is It Possible to Lose 20-26 Pounds in 3 Months for a Teen?
Weight Loss vs. Slimming: Effective Strategies for a Healthier You
Just lose weight? Does weight loss make the body look slimmer? If the goal is to lose weight rather than to lose fat, how should one go about it? Thank you!
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Hello, NO.NO. Weight loss is important for health. If your weight is normal, you can focus on shaping your body through exercise. Regardless, it's essential to eat a proper and balanced diet. Wishing you everlasting beauty. Nutritionist Liu Yulai, National Taiwan University ...[Read More] Weight Loss vs. Slimming: Effective Strategies for a Healthier You
Understanding Constipation: Causes and Dietary Solutions
Constipation Nutritionist: I have been experiencing constipation frequently lately, but I drink a beverage made from psyllium husk every day. Why is it still so difficult to have a bowel movement? A few days ago, I had a latte, and since then, I have started to be constipated. Co...
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Hello, the reasons for constipation can be categorized as follows: 1. Neurogenic constipation - This type includes constipation due to voluntary control issues, such as ignoring the urge to defecate due to time constraints, or constipation caused by excessive gastrointestinal t...[Read More] Understanding Constipation: Causes and Dietary Solutions
Understanding Caloric Sources: Breakfast Choices and Protein Foods
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you would Which type of food provides most of the calories? Is it okay to only eat steamed buns for breakfast (approximately how many calories is that)? What would be suitable for dinner? What are s...
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Hello! I apologize for making you wait so long. Most of the calories come from the three macronutrients: proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Fats provide 9 calories per gram, while carbohydrates and proteins provide 4 calories per gram. However, protein-rich foods are often combin...[Read More] Understanding Caloric Sources: Breakfast Choices and Protein Foods
Can Guava Tea and Chinese Toon Help Lower Blood Sugar?
Diabetes mellitus 1. Is it true that drinking boiled water made from dried red guava can lower blood sugar levels? 2. Can Chinese toon (xiangchun) help lower blood sugar? Thank you.
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Tang Tang: Hello, diabetes management should primarily focus on receiving treatment, and all dietary therapies are merely supplementary. There have been suggestions about brewing tea with fresh guava or using dried red-fleshed guava to make water for drinking, as well as consumin...[Read More] Can Guava Tea and Chinese Toon Help Lower Blood Sugar?
Does Eating Konjac Before Bed Lead to Weight Gain?
Is there weight gain? I heard that konjac doesn't cause weight gain, but if I eat one kilogram of it before bed, and then weigh myself the next morning after having a bowel movement, if I still weigh the same one kilogram, does that mean I've gained one kilogram? Howeve...
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NONO: Hello! Wow! Your question is really cute, but it's also a fact! Theoretically, since we cannot distinguish between actual body weight, feces, or recently ingested food, the weight measured is all considered body weight. In research, there is something called error, whi...[Read More] Does Eating Konjac Before Bed Lead to Weight Gain?
Managing Hypertension and Gout: Dietary Tips for Better Health
Hypertension and gout? Because my father has high blood pressure and gout, and he has been experiencing frequent joint swelling and pain recently, I would like to ask what dietary considerations he should keep in mind regarding what to eat and what to avoid. Additionally, there h...
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Hello Carol, if you have high uric acid, please pay attention to the following: 1. During acute episodes, avoid organ meats, seafood, broths, dried legumes, mushrooms, and asparagus. Instead, focus on consuming eggs, dairy products, refined grains, and fruits and vegetables. Eve...[Read More] Managing Hypertension and Gout: Dietary Tips for Better Health
Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Stubborn Lower Body Fat
Weight loss? I would like to ask about my struggles with various weight loss products, but I haven't been able to lose weight, especially in my lower body. Is this issue related to my daily eating and lifestyle habits? I enjoy eating but don't know how to lose weight. I...
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Hello Kiki, I apologize for the delay in responding to your message. Your ideal weight is 57 kilograms. Although you are slightly above that, you are still within a 10% range. The best way to lose weight is typically through a combination of diet and exercise, but this requires p...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Stubborn Lower Body Fat
How to Manage High Triglycerides Through Diet: Tips and Foods
What should be done if triglyceride levels in the blood are too high? I would like to ask... my blood test report shows that my triglyceride levels are high. How should I manage my diet? What kind of foods should I eat? I would greatly appreciate your guidance.
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Hello, Xiao Xi. High triglycerides are usually associated with excessive intake of fats, sweets, starchy foods, and fruits. It is generally recommended to consume 4 servings of protein sources such as beans, fish, meat, and eggs daily, along with 2-3 servings of fruits, half to o...[Read More] How to Manage High Triglycerides Through Diet: Tips and Foods
Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Stubborn Areas: A Guide
Weight loss Hello Doctor: My height is 168 cm and my weight is 60 kg, and I have a large frame, which makes me look quite robust. The most concerning issue is that my buttocks are very large, and I find it difficult to lose weight in that area, which is quite frustrating for me. ...
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Hello Qtkitty, I just got back from the hospital today, so I apologize for the late response. Based on your height and weight, you are actually within the standard range and do not need to lose weight. What is more important is the variety and portion sizes of the foods you consu...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Stubborn Areas: A Guide
Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Patients with Limited Mobility
Weight loss Hello, doctor. I previously asked you about weight loss methods, and I would like to add that my hip joint is crushed and I am currently unable to move. There has been bone growth after the surgery. Could you please advise me on weight loss methods and what I should p...
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Hello Aaron, regarding your current hip joint fracture, I'm unsure if it has fully healed. If it hasn't, please don't rush to lose weight or do so at a rapid pace, as sufficient nutrition is essential during the bone healing process. Insufficient nutrition can slow...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Patients with Limited Mobility
Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Bedridden Patients After Injury
Weight loss methods Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident at the beginning of the year and have been bedridden since then. Due to my injuries, I still have pain in my hip joint, and my weight is 85 kg. The doctor advised that I should not get out of bed to walk because of my wei...
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Hello Aaron, in the absence of exercise and with limited mobility, losing weight requires greater determination because food calorie intake needs to be restricted even more. I'm not sure if you are still undergoing treatment and how your condition is, including whether you h...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Bedridden Patients After Injury