Struggling to Gain Weight? Tips and When to See a Doctor
How to gain weight? I was quite robust during my childhood, but I started to lose weight in middle school. I've always wanted to gain weight, but I can't seem to put on any. I eat as much as those around me who are heavier, yet I still can't gain weight. Should I s...
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Hello: Since I do not know your height and weight, I cannot determine if you are truly underweight. If your daily caloric intake exceeds your body's daily caloric needs, you will gradually gain weight. For example, if you consume an additional 500 calories per day, you could...[Read More] Struggling to Gain Weight? Tips and When to See a Doctor
Effective Nutrition Tips for Losing Over 10 Kilograms
How to lose more than 10 kilograms? I would like to ask the doctor. I know that to lose more than 10 kilograms, I need to incorporate exercise. What I would like to know is how to adjust my diet accordingly. I hope the doctor can provide a satisfactory answer.
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Hello: To lose 10 kilograms of body weight, you need to reduce your caloric intake by approximately 7,700 calories. If you aim to decrease your intake by 500 calories per day, you can expect to lose about 0.5 kilograms per week, which amounts to around 2 kilograms per month. By c...[Read More] Effective Nutrition Tips for Losing Over 10 Kilograms
Effective Strategies to Lose 10 Kilograms in 2 Months
How to lose 10 kilograms? Doctor, could you please advise on how to lose 10 kilograms within two months? I am looking to lose 10 kilograms. Is there a method you can recommend?
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Hello: Since I do not know your height and weight, I cannot calculate your ideal weight range. If you are indeed more than 10 kilograms above your ideal weight range, then you need to lose 10 kg. However, it is not just about losing fat alone; exercise is also necessary for effec...[Read More] Effective Strategies to Lose 10 Kilograms in 2 Months
Herbal Recipes for Early Ovarian Tumors: Nutritional Guidance
excuse me? Are there any traditional Chinese medicine recipes for health preservation in early-stage ovarian tumors? Please help me. Thank you.
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Hello: Regarding herbal recipes for ovarian tumors, it may be more satisfactory to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. As for general health foods, focusing on a balanced intake of the six major food groups can achieve health benefits. However, maintaining a bala...[Read More] Herbal Recipes for Early Ovarian Tumors: Nutritional Guidance
Post-Hysterectomy Nutrition: What to Eat for Recovery and What to Avoid
After a hysterectomy, what foods can help replenish the body? I would like to ask the doctor, my mother-in-law had a hysterectomy today. What kind of food is better for her to eat post-surgery? During the recovery period, what should she avoid eating? Thank you for your response,...
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Hello: You are a dutiful daughter-in-law who wants to prepare nutritious meals for your mother-in-law after her hysterectomy. There are no specific foods that need to be supplemented or avoided, but since a hysterectomy is a major surgery, it is important to replenish lost blood ...[Read More] Post-Hysterectomy Nutrition: What to Eat for Recovery and What to Avoid
Understanding Nutrition Consultations for Effective Weight Loss
Regarding nutritional counseling..? Hello, I would like to ask about what kind of consultations one can expect when visiting a nutritionist at a hospital for weight loss. Will they design personalized meal plans or tips based on various causes of obesity? Is this covered by healt...
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Hello: In hospitals, nutritionists typically assist individuals seeking weight loss by adjusting their caloric intake or food choices based on dietary records, rather than creating specific weight loss meal plans or secret tips. The focus is on modifying the individual's eat...[Read More] Understanding Nutrition Consultations for Effective Weight Loss
Understanding Alpha-Lipoic Acid and Evening Primrose Oil for Health
Alpha-lipoic acid and other dietary supplements? Hello, I recently came across a book that specifically discusses alpha-lipoic acid and its potential benefits for individuals with diabetes. I wonder if a nutritionist could provide some insights on this topic. If I consider taking...
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Hello, 1. The substance you inquired about, alpha-lipoic acid, is a vitamin-like compound that, after being absorbed in the intestines, enters the cells and prevents glucose from attaching to collagen in the skin, which can lead to a loss of elasticity in collagen. It may sligh...[Read More] Understanding Alpha-Lipoic Acid and Evening Primrose Oil for Health
Effective Dietary Control for Weight Management in Elderly Patients
How to control weight? Hello, Dietitian: My mother-in-law is 70 years old, 155 cm tall, and weighs 77 kg (her weight was about 80 kg before surgery). Due to the sequelae of brain surgery seven years ago, she is currently receiving enteral feeding through a gastrostomy. Her excess...
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Hello: Your mother-in-law is 155 cm tall and weighs 77 kg, with an ideal weight range of 48-55 kg, indicating that her actual weight exceeds 20% of the ideal range, categorizing her as obese. Based on the dietary assessment of your mother-in-law: she consumes approximately 3/4 bo...[Read More] Effective Dietary Control for Weight Management in Elderly Patients
Effective Foods for Oily Skin: Tips to Prevent Acne Breakouts
Annoying acne and problematic skin? My skin is oily... What foods should I eat to avoid acne? Should I eat cooler foods or avoid greasy foods? Can you give some examples? Thank you! ^.^ Also, I used to pop my pimples when I saw them, and now my skin is in bad shape (my pores have...
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Hello, I apologize for the delay in responding as I had already prepared my message but did not input it into the computer. Your skin is oily, so it is important to avoid consuming fried foods frequently. Greasy foods should also be included in the list of items to avoid, such as...[Read More] Effective Foods for Oily Skin: Tips to Prevent Acne Breakouts
Delicious Recipes for Patients with Eating Difficulties During Holidays
For individuals with eating difficulties (such as pain), are there more palatable dietary options available? Hello, I am a healthcare professional. In my work, I often care for patients with head and neck cancers who frequently experience difficulties in eating due to chemotherap...
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Hello, if you are a healthcare professional, you may want to consult the nutritionist at your hospital, who can directly create a suitable diet for the patient. The patient you are caring for is experiencing difficulty eating, but it is unclear if there are other complications. I...[Read More] Delicious Recipes for Patients with Eating Difficulties During Holidays
Struggling to Gain Weight: Seeking Solutions for Underweight Concerns
I am unable to gain weight? Hello, Dr. Qi. I have had an abnormal weight since childhood. In the sixth grade, I was 126 cm tall and weighed 21 kg. Now that I have graduated from high school, I am 169 cm tall but only weigh 42 kg. I have been teased about my thin legs since I was ...
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Hello: Your height is 169 cm, and your ideal weight range is 56-69 kg, but you only weigh 42 kg, which indicates that you are underweight. Your weight has consistently been below the ideal range since childhood. If gastrointestinal issues (such as malabsorption, gastric ulcers, o...[Read More] Struggling to Gain Weight: Seeking Solutions for Underweight Concerns
Nutrition Tips for Healthy Hair: Addressing Thinning and Loss
Hair Hello, thank you for taking the time to respond. My father's hair is very thick; even at over fifty years old, he still has a full head of hair. However, my mother's hair is quite sparse and feels thin. Since childhood, my hair has been thick and black. However, du...
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Hello! You mentioned that your father has thick hair and that you also had thick, dark hair when you were younger, which suggests that you inherited more of your father's genes than your mother's. Later, your hair became lighter, split, and less dense, which is related ...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Healthy Hair: Addressing Thinning and Loss
Effective Diet Tips for Weight Loss and Fatty Liver Management
Can you tell me how to eat to lose weight while also improving fatty liver? Doctor, please help me. Thank you. I recently went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said I have fatty liver and advised me to lose weight. How should I eat? Are there things I should avoid? ...
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Hello: Your height is 170 cm, and your weight is 84 kg. The ideal weight range is between 57 to 69 kg. If you reduce your weight, the phenomenon of fatty liver will naturally improve. As for how to lose weight, it depends on adjusting the total caloric intake of the food you eat ...[Read More] Effective Diet Tips for Weight Loss and Fatty Liver Management
Effective Strategies for Losing 10 kg: A Nutrition Guide
Weight loss I am 160 cm tall and weigh 62 kg. I would like to know if it is possible to lose around 10 kg.
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Hello! Your height is 160 cm and your weight is 62 kg. The ideal weight range for you is between 51 to 62 kg, and you are currently at the upper limit of that range. If you do not lose weight, you are still within the standard range. However, if you wish to lose 10 kg, it is advi...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Losing 10 kg: A Nutrition Guide
Revitalize Your Hair: Tips for Healthier, Thicker Locks at 24
Healthy hair Hello, I am 24 years old this year, and my hair loss issue is not extremely severe. Although I do not blow dry, dye, style, or perm my hair, I have noticed that my hair does not seem very healthy. It is not as shiny and thick as others; instead, it appears quite dull...
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Hello! Although your hair is not styled or dyed, it still appears unhealthy and lacks shine. This may be due to an unbalanced diet. If you consume a variety of foods from the six major food groups without being picky, you should be getting enough nutrients daily, including vitami...[Read More] Revitalize Your Hair: Tips for Healthier, Thicker Locks at 24
Post-Surgery Nutrition for Hemorrhoid Patients: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Li Huijiao I would like to ask what foods a nutritionist recommends to eat and avoid in the early stages after hemorrhoid surgery. Additionally, I would like to know what constitutes a low-residue diet. Thank you.
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Hello: After hemorrhoid surgery, it is important to choose a low-residue diet. A low-residue diet is based on a balanced diet while avoiding foods that leave a large amount of residue in the intestines. For example: 1. Dairy products: All dairy and dairy products are considered h...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nutrition for Hemorrhoid Patients: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Dietary Adjustments for Managing Uterine Fibroids: Tips and Supplements
Diet for Uterine Leiomyoma I am unmarried and have never been pregnant. I experience significant pain during my menstrual cycles. I went to Chang Gung Memorial Hospital for an examination, and the doctor said I have a 2.4 cm uterine fibroid. I am scheduled for regular follow-ups....
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Due to uterine fibroids causing heavy menstrual bleeding, there is a tendency for anemia to occur. It is advisable to replenish the iron loss by consuming iron-rich foods such as pork, beef, chicken, and other meats, as well as organ meats (liver, heart, etc.) and blood products ...[Read More] Dietary Adjustments for Managing Uterine Fibroids: Tips and Supplements
Nutritional Guidance for Dialysis Patients: Meal Planning Tips
Nutritional Consultation for Disease Management Dear Dr. Qi, My mother has been undergoing dialysis treatment since April 90.4 due to renal failure. In October 91, she was hospitalized due to high blood oxygen levels, resulting in a coma and poor lung function. During her hospit...
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Hello: Since I do not know your mother's height, based on her weight of 30 kilograms, she is indeed below the ideal weight range, indicating malnutrition. If the serum albumin level in her biochemical report is below 3, her nutritional status is even worse. Dialysis patients...[Read More] Nutritional Guidance for Dialysis Patients: Meal Planning Tips
How to Improve Appetite in Cancer Patients Undergoing Treatment?
How can cancer patients improve their appetite and eat better? Dr. Qi: Hello! My grandfather-in-law has been undergoing embolization treatment for hepatitis and has recently been diagnosed with primary lung cancer. He has started taking the anticancer medication Iressa, which has...
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Hello: Cancer patients often experience decreased appetite, and without knowing your grandfather's height, weight, age, and activity level, it is difficult to assess whether his weight falls within the ideal range or to determine his caloric needs. However, the nutritional s...[Read More] How to Improve Appetite in Cancer Patients Undergoing Treatment?
Essential Dietary Guidelines for Managing Anemia: A Comprehensive Menu
Anemia Diet Hello, nutritionist: I would like to know about the dietary recommendations for all types of anemia, as I have a friend who is experiencing this condition. I only know that they have anemia, but I'm not sure which type it is. Could you please inform me about the ...
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Hello! Regarding dietary management of anemia, it is best to supplement according to the specific deficiencies to improve the condition. For example, deficiencies in the five major nutrients such as proteins or minerals (iron, copper) and vitamins can lead to different types of a...[Read More] Essential Dietary Guidelines for Managing Anemia: A Comprehensive Menu