How to Eat Healthy on a Tight Schedule Without Overdoing Seasonings
Dietary issues Hello, nutritionist: I mostly eat out for my three meals, so I have difficulty controlling the amounts of oil, salt, monosodium glutamate, and other seasonings used in cooking. I assume I might be consuming them in excess. How can I obtain the necessary nutrients w...
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Hello! People who eat out often find it challenging to control the amounts of oil, salt, and other seasonings. However, by using some simple techniques, it is indeed possible to reduce the intake of these ingredients. One effective method is to blanch greasy or heavily flavored d...[Read More] How to Eat Healthy on a Tight Schedule Without Overdoing Seasonings
Nutrition Tips for Busy Students: Healing After an Accident
Staying up late? Hello, Doctor. I am a busy student. I need to wake up at 7:30 AM for work until 5:30 PM. After work, I immediately attend night classes, and I usually get home around 11 PM. I have to stay up late to finish my homework, which gives me about five and a half hours ...
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Hello! Your current situation sounds quite unfortunate, as you are not only lacking sufficient sleep but also experiencing a significant impact on one of life's greatest pleasures—eating—due to the car accident. When preparing a liquid diet, it is essential to ensure that th...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Busy Students: Healing After an Accident
Understanding Vegetables: High Oxalate and Phytate Options for Nutrition
Regarding vegetables..? Vegetables that are high in oxalic acid or phytic acid include: 1. Spinach 2. Swiss chard 3. Beet greens 4. Rhubarb 5. Purslane 6. Okra 7. Sweet potatoes 8. Potatoes 9. Beans (especially soybeans and navy beans) 10. Whole grains (like brown rice and oats)...
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Hello! Oxalic acid and phytic acid are commonly found in the tougher parts of plants, such as the outer skin of seeds or the stems of vegetables. Vegetables rich in oxalic acid and phytic acid include spinach, eggplant, lentils, beets, amaranth, bamboo shoots, asparagus, cabbage,...[Read More] Understanding Vegetables: High Oxalate and Phytate Options for Nutrition
Is Mixing Milk and Lemon Healthy? Nutritional Insights and Tips
Milk with lemon? Hello: I like to add lemon to my milk... but I've heard that this is not good! The milk may curdle... I would like to ask if this combination will destroy the nutrients in the milk. Are the properties of these two foods suitable for pairing? Thank you~~
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Hello! Adding lemon to milk does not destroy the nutritional value of the milk. There is a product on the market called lemon curd, which is made from lemon juice or lemon pulp combined with cheese (a dairy product), eggs, and sugar, typically used in cakes or pies. The curdling ...[Read More] Is Mixing Milk and Lemon Healthy? Nutritional Insights and Tips
Is It Safe for Adults to Drink Toddler Goat Milk Formula?
Infant formula If a 26-year-old consumes goat milk formula intended for children aged 1 to 3 years, what are the potential positive or negative effects? Thank you!
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Hello! For children aged 1 to 3 years, manufacturers typically adjust regular goat milk powder to meet the nutritional requirements specific to this age group. The nutritional needs of a 26-year-old adult differ from those of children, and consequently, the amount of nutrients re...[Read More] Is It Safe for Adults to Drink Toddler Goat Milk Formula?
Easy and Nutritious Meal Ideas for Busy Vegetarians
A simple meal? Hello, Dr. Shi! In recent years, I have often seen negative reports about food on television, such as harmful products and cancer-causing ingredients. I am a vegetarian, and I would like to know if there are any simple ways or meal plans that I can use to prepare b...
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Hello! A balanced diet is essential for both healthy vegetarians and non-vegetarians. You can refer to the following website for recommended dietary guidelines for adults: Food Information Network / Healthy Eating. Additionally, vegetarians who consume dairy and eggs are less lik...[Read More] Easy and Nutritious Meal Ideas for Busy Vegetarians
Can Pregnant Women Take Calcium and Iron Together for Better Absorption?
Is it good to consume calcium and iron together? Hello, nutritionist: I would like to ask if it is suitable for pregnant women to take calcium and iron supplements at the same time? What is the best timing for consumption to maximize absorption? Also, how much should be taken to ...
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Hello! Calcium and iron have an antagonistic effect on absorption in the human body, meaning that their simultaneous presence can reduce each other's absorption rates. However, if the levels of both are increased, although the absorption rates may decrease, the total amount ...[Read More] Can Pregnant Women Take Calcium and Iron Together for Better Absorption?
Is Braised Pork Soup Nutritious for Children? Nutritional Insights Explained
Is braised pork soup really nutritious?! Hello Director Shi: Could you please analyze the nutritional components of the braised pork sauce? Is it really more nutritious to feed young children with rice or porridge accompanied by this sauce? Also, do you know the reason why waterm...
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Hello! Braised pork sauce mainly contains fat and a small amount of amino acids. Therefore, if one frequently consumes rice mixed with braised pork sauce, it can lead to excessive fat intake and result in obesity. Additionally, it may contain high levels of sodium, which can incr...[Read More] Is Braised Pork Soup Nutritious for Children? Nutritional Insights Explained
Breakfast vs. Lunch: What's the Best Meal for Your Health?
The issue of three meals a day? I've heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. What type of breakfast is more suitable for our constitution? Should it be something like breakfast from Mei-er-mei or Doujiang Dawang, or perhaps congee, or should we have rice,...
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Hello! The importance of breakfast lies in the balance of its quality, rather than the choice between Chinese or Western dishes. Foods can generally be categorized into six major groups: dairy products, grains and tubers, eggs, beans, fish, and meat, vegetables, fruits, and fats....[Read More] Breakfast vs. Lunch: What's the Best Meal for Your Health?
Dietary Guidelines for Diabetic Patients with Cataracts and Kidney Issues
Diet for Diabetes Patients Grandma is a long-term diabetic patient with cataracts and renal failure, but her kidney function has not deteriorated to the point of requiring dialysis. Are there any dietary restrictions or additional nutrients that such a patient should consider? Th...
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Hello! Your grandmother is a patient with diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Dietary recommendations, design, and guidance must take into account the patient's posture and activity level, dietary habits and restrictions, blood sugar control and medication status, as well a...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Diabetic Patients with Cataracts and Kidney Issues
Essential Dietary Tips for Seniors with Stomach Ulcers
Patients with gastric ulcers should pay attention to the following dietary considerations: Hello, Nutritionist: I would like to ask about an 80-year-old elder at home who has been hospitalized due to dietary issues. A gastroscopy revealed some white areas in the stomach, and the ...
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Hello! Older adults often experience poor appetite and may have symptoms of gastric ulcers, so dietary considerations are essential. Due to slower gastric emptying, declining digestive function, and difficulties in chewing or swallowing, it is important to choose easily digestibl...[Read More] Essential Dietary Tips for Seniors with Stomach Ulcers
Managing High Cholesterol and Microcytic Anemia: Dietary Guidelines
Diet for High Cholesterol and Microcytic Anemia Hello, last month's health check results showed that my lipid profile indicated a total cholesterol (T-CHO) level of 273. The complete blood count results were as follows: WBC (white blood cells): 4700, RBC (red blood cells): 4...
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Hello! Due to your low Hb, HCT, MCV, MCH, and MCHC values, it is recommended that you seek medical attention (family medicine or internal medicine) for treatment. Regarding your diet, you may follow a high-cholesterol dietary principle, but not all animal meats are prohibited. Yo...[Read More] Managing High Cholesterol and Microcytic Anemia: Dietary Guidelines
Calcium Supplements During Pregnancy: Safety and Usage Guidelines
Regarding calcium supplements? I would like to ask: I am currently 13 weeks pregnant. Would taking pearl calcium tablets be harmful? Also, I am not sure how to take them. The instructions say to take 1-6 tablets daily, but it doesn't specify whether to take them before or af...
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Hello! The product you purchased should ideally have a complete list of ingredients and usage instructions, as well as the manufacturer's and distributor's information, including their address, phone number, and expiration date, to ensure consumer protection. The ingred...[Read More] Calcium Supplements During Pregnancy: Safety and Usage Guidelines
Understanding the Role of Silicon in Women's Health Supplements
Nutritional components of dietary supplements? DOCTOR: Hello! I would like to purchase women's health supplements and noticed that the product contains "Silicon (from Silica)." After researching, I am unable to understand the function of "Silicon" in the ...
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Hello! Silicon dioxide is a food additive used for food improvement, brewing, and food manufacturing agents. Therefore, its usage scope, dosage standards, and usage restrictions must comply with the regulations for food additives. With this explanation, I believe you can understa...[Read More] Understanding the Role of Silicon in Women's Health Supplements
Dietary Choices for Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) I would like to ask about how to choose a diet for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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Hello! For individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), it is recommended to reduce portion sizes at each meal and decrease fat intake. Additionally, avoiding late-night snacks is important to prevent food in the stomach from stimulating gastric acid secretion during ...[Read More] Dietary Choices for Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Foods Rich in Estrogen: Natural Sources and Health Considerations
Foods containing estrogen? Hello, which foods typically contain estrogen? I have endometrial hyperplasia and excess estrogen, and I need to use progesterone for treatment. However, I have experienced side effects from the synthetic progesterone, such as numbness in my hands, join...
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Hello: Generally, obtaining estrogen from food refers to phytoestrogens. It is currently widely believed that phytoestrogens not only exhibit both "estrogenic" and "anti-estrogenic" effects but also possess antioxidant properties and inhibit cell division, whi...[Read More] Foods Rich in Estrogen: Natural Sources and Health Considerations
Can My 15-Month-Old Baby Eat Yogurt Safely? Tips and Recipes
Can a 15-month-old toddler eat yogurt? My baby is already 15 months old, but has a very poor appetite, although he is active and everything else is normal. Is it safe to give him yogurt? How can I make yogurt at home in a hygienic and safe manner? Thank you!
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Hello! Children over one year old can consume regular dairy products, but when introducing them for the first time, it's best to start with a small amount. If there are no adverse reactions, you can gradually increase the quantity. When selecting yogurt, it's preferable...[Read More] Can My 15-Month-Old Baby Eat Yogurt Safely? Tips and Recipes
Is Taking Two Multivitamins Daily Safe for Your Health?
Take 2 vitamins per day? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you, I take two vitamins every day... Centrum multivitamins and B-complex vitamins, taken together before breakfast. Is this harmful to my body? Am I at risk of overdose? Thank you, Doctor.
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Hello! Based on your age, if you are not pregnant and have a balanced diet without any nutrient deficiencies, there is no need for vitamin supplementation. If you choose to supplement, you can take a multivitamin and B-complex vitamins at different times after meals to avoid any ...[Read More] Is Taking Two Multivitamins Daily Safe for Your Health?
Sweet Potato Leaves and Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know
Sweet potato leaves Hello, I recently watched a television program called "Sweet Potato Leaves and Health," which mentioned that "frequent consumption of sweet potato leaves can lead to osteoporosis, especially in women." Is this true? Please provide me with a...
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Hello! Research in nutrition and osteoporosis does not indicate that "frequent consumption of sweet potato leaves can easily lead to osteoporosis, especially in women." Among vegetables, sweet potato leaves have a relatively high calcium content (approximately 153 milli...[Read More] Sweet Potato Leaves and Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know
Dietary Guidelines for Post-Endometriosis Surgery and Fertility Support
Dietary Considerations for Endometriosis After undergoing surgery for endometriosis, what dietary precautions should I take? Additionally, I have been married for four years and have not yet conceived; what dietary considerations should I keep in mind? Thank you.
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Hello! After undergoing surgery for endometriosis, if there are no other complications and gastrointestinal motility is normal, you may start eating. Currently, there is no indication of malnutrition, so a balanced diet while avoiding irritating and gas-producing foods is recomme...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Post-Endometriosis Surgery and Fertility Support