Understanding Blood Color: What Does It Mean for Your Health?
Color of Blood The color of normal human blood typically ranges from bright red to dark red. Dark red blood is usually a result of deoxygenated blood returning to the heart, while bright red blood is oxygenated blood being pumped from the heart to the rest of the body. The color ...
Dr. Li Yuqi Reply:
1. The color of blood in most individuals is typically red. 2. Blood can be categorized into arterial blood and venous blood; the former is brighter red while the latter is darker red. Blood is usually drawn from veins, which is why it often appears dark red. The depth of blood c...[Read More] Understanding Blood Color: What Does It Mean for Your Health?
Understanding Organ Functions and Dietary Tips for Optimal Health
Please ask your question? Hello, I am Simon. I would like to know the functions of various important organs in the body and the effects if these organs do not function properly. What kind of diet is beneficial for these organs? Please recommend some easy-to-understand Chinese boo...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Here are two book recommendations: (1) "Enjoy Healthy Gourmet Food" published by Yuan Liu Publishing, and (2) "This is the Healthiest Way to Eat" published by Yuan Shen Publishing. I apologize for the first question; it's hard to find the right words to i...[Read More] Understanding Organ Functions and Dietary Tips for Optimal Health
Understanding Strawberry Tongue and Foamy Urine: Common Health Concerns
Physical issues Hello Doctor: A few months ago, I started noticing small red spots on the tip of my tongue, resembling strawberries. Additionally, my urine has begun to show a significant amount of foam, along with some white substances that I can't identify. Thank you.
Dr. Li Yuqi Reply:
Tongue issues need to be assessed visually for an accurate diagnosis. Additionally, urine is related to diet. It is recommended to drink more water and try using the restroom more frequently to see if there is any improvement.[Read More] Understanding Strawberry Tongue and Foamy Urine: Common Health Concerns
How to Maintain Health While Staying Up Late and Its Effects on Women’s Menstrual Cycle
Staying up late I would like to ask the doctor, if I am currently preparing for the final JECC and staying up late, sleeping only 3 to 4 hours a day, how can I maintain my physical condition? Additionally, if a woman stays up too late, will her menstrual cycle be affected?
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
(1) A basic and balanced diet is essential. Drink plenty of water (at least 2,000 milliliters per day). Engage in at least 20 minutes of walking or other aerobic exercise in the morning and evening. This can help alleviate short-term physiological fatigue and reduce the toll of s...[Read More] How to Maintain Health While Staying Up Late and Its Effects on Women’s Menstrual Cycle
Struggling with Digestive Issues: Seeking Solutions for Chronic Thinness
Emergency! Emergency! Emergency! Hello Doctor, I have a troubling issue. For a long time, I have been very thin and my complexion is poor. I can hardly digest even a small amount of food. After examination, I was diagnosed with gastritis, but taking gastric medication does not ...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Response: As a 28-year-old woman who is quite thin and feels that your complexion is not very good, it indicates that you are not satisfied with your current physiological condition. It may be beneficial to first consider your "psychological" state, including your daily...[Read More] Struggling with Digestive Issues: Seeking Solutions for Chronic Thinness
Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain on a Vegetarian Diet
Weight gain Hello Dr. Lin: How can I gain weight? (167 cm, 45 kg, vegetarian)
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
The standard weight calculation should be 1.67 × 1.67 × 22 = 61 kg. A 10% variation is considered within the normal range, which is 55-67 kg. Based on this calculation, your weight is on the lower side. It is recommended that your daily caloric intake be 61 × 30 (for light activi...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain on a Vegetarian Diet
Understanding Abnormal Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels: What to Do Next
Inquiry about the status of the medical examination report? The company health check revealed that your cholesterol level is approximately 10% below the standard value, while your triglycerides are significantly elevated. You fasted after 11:00 PM the night before the examination...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Hello, the relationship between cholesterol and triglycerides is not direct. Generally, high triglyceride levels indicate elevated blood lipids in the body, which can be harmful and may lead to cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and heart disease over time. Elevated tri...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels: What to Do Next
How to Lower High White Blood Cell Count Safely and Effectively
How to lower white blood cell count? Dear Doctor, In October, when school started, there was a health check-up organized by the school. Recently, the results of the health check-up came out, and my white blood cell count reached over 9,100, which is close to the abnormal range! ...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
First, I would like to inform you that a white blood cell count of 9,100 is not considered too high and is safe. Typically, as you mentioned, trauma, colds, or other viral and bacterial infections can lead to an increase in white blood cell count. Unless there are specific immuno...[Read More] How to Lower High White Blood Cell Count Safely and Effectively
Unexplained Facial Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Unexplained pain on the face? I have unexplained pain in the area of my cheek about one finger width from my right ear, particularly noticeable when I open my mouth or chew. When I touch it with my fingers, it seems slightly swollen compared to the same area on the left side of m...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, it may be "Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)." I recommend that you consult an otolaryngologist for further examination. General home care includes avoiding hard foods and temporarily adopting a soft or liquid diet. Additionally...[Read More] Unexplained Facial Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Effective Tips to Achieve a Fuller Face as You Age
How to make your face look fuller? Dr. Lin: Hello! As I get older, my face becomes thinner. Even if I eat and sleep a lot, I only gain weight in my lower body, and when I try to lose weight, I only lose from my upper body. It's quite distressing to see my face becoming more ...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Reply: How to avoid a chubby face 1. Do not lose weight rapidly; aim to lose 0.5 kg per week to avoid sudden weight loss. 2. Dietary adjustments: (1) Maintain a balanced diet by including all five food groups. (2) Ensure adequate intake of collagen-rich foods such as chicken feet...[Read More] Effective Tips to Achieve a Fuller Face as You Age