Dr. Shi Guimei reply Nutrition Question - Page 16

Diet after gastric surgery? I have a few questions for a nutritionist. My mother is 53 years old and recently underwent surgery for stomach cancer, leaving her with only 1/4 of her stomach. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy. 1. What foods should my mother eat to better a...

Women's physiological issues? Hello, I have a question for the nutritionist. I am a 42-year-old housewife, and recently I have been experiencing frequent itching in the genital area, as well as the concern of not having my menstrual period for a long time (about seven months...

Does consuming nutritional supplements, such as Ensure, have any effects or side effects on the kidneys? My mother-in-law is currently suffering from colon cancer and has lost a significant amount of weight after several treatments. Therefore, our family is considering adding nut...

Do health supplements have therapeutic effects? Hello, a friend mentioned that taking health supplements can cause reactions, such as itching of the scalp or rashes on the skin, indicating that there might be an issue with that part of the body. Is this correct? Can foods have su...

During pregnancy, the baby is eight months old, but the belly is too small? Hello, I had a prenatal check-up last week. I am currently 32 weeks and 4 days pregnant, and the baby weighs 1920 grams, which is generally considered normal. However, the baby has a larger head and longe...

Dietary Therapy for Thyroid Diseases My boyfriend has thyroid disease, seemingly hyperthyroidism. What dietary therapies can help alleviate the worsening of his condition, and what foods should he try to avoid? Additionally, will smoking and drinking alcohol have any impact?

Dietary Recommendations After Surgery for Early Gastric Cancer Dear Doctor, I would like to inquire about dietary recommendations after early-stage gastric cancer surgery for my father, who is 71 years old. He maintains a regular daily routine and has a light diet. In early Apri...

Big-headed little hobbit? Hello, I would like to ask: I am already 22 years old, is there still a chance for me to grow taller? My height has caused difficulties in my job search, and it has become a significant concern for me. My body proportions also seem unusual because my hea...

Can fish skin and grape skin be eaten? Hello, nutritionist. I would like to ask if fish skin is safe to eat. I remember that a nursing instructor once mentioned not to eat fish skin, but I’m not sure if I misremembered. Could you please clarify this for me? Additionally, can grap...

Nutritional supplementation for leukemia? Dear Director, My mother was diagnosed with leukemia in February of this year. Her overall health has not been very good, and her condition has worsened due to the illness. She is currently 70 years old, approximately 145 cm tall, and we...

Can pregnancy cause lipid metabolism disorders? Hello: During pregnancy, I have been supplementing with a multivitamin and algal DHA, and my dietary habits have not changed significantly (similar to before pregnancy). I often eat out, but I do not frequently consume high-fat meat...

Eating genetically modified foods..? Hello Nutritionist: I really love soy products. Recently, I've heard that they contain many genetically modified ingredients that could cause immune issues. Is this correct? Thank you! Little Mi

Do not eat fruit immediately after a meal? Hello, is it true that one should not eat fruit or walk immediately after a meal? Additionally, for hiccups caused by emotional stress, besides trying to relax, are there other methods to eliminate them? Thank you! *It is not advisable...

DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) from deep-sea fish oil for pregnant women? Hello, Director Shi: I am currently about 25 weeks pregnant. I have never eaten seafood due to an allergy, and I am concerned about my baby's nutritional balance, so I would like to supplement with deep-se...

Please provide the content you would like me to translate Hello! Synthetic vitamins refer to vitamin products that are chemically synthesized based on the chemical structure of vitamins, and they have the same chemical structure as natural vitamins. Natural vitamins, on the other...

Revisiting the topic of a fiber-rich diet? Questioner: NO.NO. / Female / 27 Hello: My main staples are white rice and toast. Since my intake of vegetables and fruits is adequate, I do not experience constipation. Does this mean I do not need to replace both staples with brown r...

Meat Hello: I made a homemade sandwich for breakfast (triangular shape) using four slices of white bread, along with about 100 grams of cabbage, which is a fixed ingredient. The additional toppings sometimes include cheese (labeled as under 50 calories), sometimes boiled eggs, an...

Tomato Hello: The content you provided states that tomatoes should not be eaten on an empty stomach because they contain a large amount of pectin, tannins, and soluble astringents, which can easily react with gastric acid and form insoluble clumps. These hard masses can block the...

Fiber diet Hello: My main staples are white rice and toast. Since I usually have an adequate intake of vegetables and fruits, I do not experience constipation. Does this mean I don't need to switch both staples to brown rice and whole grain toast? Or would it be sufficient t...

Vitamin Could you please tell me what type of synthesis is used for the synthetic vitamins I purchased? Are there any natural multivitamins available?