Dr. Shi Guimei reply Nutrition Question - Page 9

Calorie If I only consume high-calorie liquids (like soups or drinks) without eating solid food, will I still gain weight? Thank you.

Is it good to frequently eat cold food? During winter, I often find that my food gets cold while I'm still eating because I eat slowly. Additionally, I frequently consume leftover food (without reheating). Will this have any long-term effects on my health? Thank you.

Is it beneficial to receive nutritional injections? My father has recently lost his appetite due to his old age. He can eat, but he hardly consumes any food! It's difficult to persuade him, and recently he has also experienced diarrhea and some dehydration. He has received s...

excuse me? Hello, nutritionist. I have seen many people (including you) suggest that individuals with a fast metabolism should increase their physical activity. I would like to know if, in addition to increasing exercise, it is also necessary to increase food intake? Or should th...

Single-component natto extract dietary supplement? Hello Dr. Chang, I have a few questions to ask you. My mother-in-law has a history of hypertension and has been on medication for a long time. On January 10th, around 7:30 PM, while dining at my sister-in-law's house, she s...

Severe malnutrition Dear Dr. Shi, Hello, I am an ordinary office worker, 155 cm tall. I have been experiencing back pain for the past 4.5 years, which has gradually led to a loss of appetite. I used to weigh around 50 kg, but now I weigh only 35 kg. My menstrual cycle stopped a ...

Can I eat longan during the new flu? Hello, I often hear people say that longan should not be consumed in excess, with a limit of five pieces at a time. However, I tend to eat dried longan in larger quantities. Is this a concern? Additionally, I am currently suffering from the fl...

Do enzymes really cure all diseases? Is it true that premium enzymes sold in the market can cure various diseases? They are said to be alkaline foods suitable for chronic illnesses. I would like to ask about my mother, who is a dialysis patient with high blood pressure and diabet...

No matter how much I eat, I can't gain weight? I have a body type that doesn't gain weight, no matter how much I eat; my BMI is below the standard! Additionally, I often experience diarrhea after eating. I'm unsure how to improve this situation. Thank you!

Is dried vegetables nutritious? Hello, I would like to ask if it is currently the peak season for vegetables such as carrots, daikon radish, and cabbage. If I shred the carrots and then dry them for preservation, will the nutritional components be lost? Is it good to make pickles...

What are the effects of consuming soy isoflavones on men's health? Hello, what are the effects of soy isoflavones on men's health? I'm considering purchasing a plant-based protein that contains soy isoflavones, but I found information suggesting that soy isoflavone...

Milk prices are rising, making it difficult for the elderly to afford it? Hello, I have a family member who is severely disabled due to a stroke. For the past ten years, they have been receiving a balanced formula through tube feeding and have been doing well. Recently, due to fl...

Scraped pork skin? Hello, nutritionist: May I ask how high the calorie content is for pork skin that has simply had the fat removed? Does it only contain collagen, or is it still rich in fat? Thank you.

Carrot Director Shih, how can we best absorb the nutrients from carrots? Is it okay to drink freshly made juice, or do we need to cook them like tomatoes to access the nutrients? Or do we need to use a high-speed blender to extract the nutrients? Thank you for your clarification.

Methods of Consuming and Storing Flaxseeds Hello, I would like to ask about the methods of consuming and storing flaxseed: since Brazil sells flaxseed powder, it is more convenient for us office workers. However, I have heard that this may lead to a loss of its nutrients. What sh...

Folic acid overdose Hello, nutritionist. Today I read in the newspaper that long-term excessive intake of folic acid (800 mcg) can lead to cancer. I take one multivitamin in the morning (which contains 800 mcg of folic acid) and two B-complex vitamins (which contain 300 mcg of fo...

Can anemia lead to weight loss? What are the types of anemia, and how are they classified as mild, moderate, or severe? Is it suitable for individuals with anemia to consume weight loss products for dieting?

A rubber band fell into the vegetables while blanching them? If my mom blanched vegetables in hot water and I found a rubber band in the vegetables while eating, could the rubber band release toxins into the vegetables?

How should the main or complementary foods for a one-year and three-month-old infant be prepared? Hello, Director Shi. My daughter is one year and three months old, with a height of approximately 78 cm and a weight of 9 kg. The pediatrician has informed me that her weight seems i...

Allergen testing Hello, Nutritionist: I would like to ask, I recently underwent an allergy test (for allergenic foods: oranges, almonds, brewer's yeast, egg yolk). I used to experience allergic reactions to seafood, so I believed I was allergic to it. However, the test resul...