Weight loss, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 10

Will the weight loss clinic prescribe Naltrexone? Hello! Doctor, I am 160 cm tall and weigh 78 kg. Will the weight loss clinic at Taichung Hospital prescribe me Nometine? Do I need to tell the doctor that I want to take Nometine? I previously purchased Nometine on my own and lost...

I love to eat... I want to lose weight... but I have always struggled to control my portion sizes? I am 158 cm tall and weigh 58 kg. I've loved eating since elementary school, and I tend to gain weight all over my body. I want to lose 5 to 10 kg. I've tried dieting, but...

Individuals with high uric acid levels and gout should consider the following strategies for weight loss: 1. **Balanced Diet**: Focus on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Limit intake of purine-rich foods such as red meat, organ meats, ...

Fluctuating weight? Hello, doctor. My sister has been experiencing unstable weight since she started junior high school, and now she is in her second year of high school. She doesn't have any specific eating habits, whether it's not eating enough or overeating; her diet...

Weight loss-related issues? Hello, my current height is 162 cm and my weight is 58 kg. I started increasing my exercise and reducing my food intake one and a half months ago. On average, I attend three aerobic dance classes per week, each lasting one hour. Additionally, I try to ...

Emotional dysregulation I am currently in my teenage years and often struggle to control my emotions, which causes friction with my family and friends, leaving me very troubled. My father often wonders if this is inherited from my mother's hyperthyroidism, but I was checked ...

How many calories should I consume in a day? Hello, Doctor! I am currently 158 cm tall, weigh 62 kg, and have a body fat percentage of 35%. My daily activity mostly involves sitting (as I am preparing for a national exam). Besides walking my dog for about 10-20 minutes, I do not ...

What should be consumed before (after) exercise to accelerate fat burning? Hello! I spend 3 to 4 hours a day cycling on a stationary bike. Recently, I saw news reports stating that consuming caffeinated beverages before exercise can help with calorie burning. However, I feel that...

Weight Loss Clinic Hello, I would like to know if there are any reliable weight loss clinics in the southern region. I tend to gain weight in my lower body and I'm not sure what to do. If there are none in the south, I will have to travel to the north. I would like to inquir...

Weight Loss Clinic Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask if weight loss clinics are covered by health insurance. If it requires out-of-pocket payment, what would the approximate cost be? Thank you for your response!

Weight loss Hello, Dr. Hong. I would like to ask whether it is better to skip dinner and replace it with fruit, or to replace lunch with fruit and have a normal dinner. Some people say that not eating dinner can leave the stomach empty for too long, which is not good since breakf...

Which specialty should I see? Excuse me, I would like to ask which specialty I should see for my body type, as I have been overweight since childhood and now want to lose weight. Should I see a family medicine doctor? If so, how should I communicate with the doctor during the con...

Overweight Hello Dr. Huang: A while ago, I was hospitalized at your facility, but I feel that my treatment was not very effective. During my over one-month stay, I only saw a doctor 3 to 4 times, was advised to eat meal replacements, and did not undergo any specific tests. The re...

What is the cost of a full body health check-up? Hello, may I ask about the approximate cost of a health check-up for adults? My mother is not in good health, and I want to take her for a check-up, but I'm unsure which tests to conduct and which hospital to go to. My mother ...

Weight loss Hello doctor, I am 165 cm tall but weigh 75 kg. If I want to lose weight now, I plan to only drink juice for breakfast, eat only fruits and drink water and yogurt for lunch and dinner, and exercise daily. Is this plan feasible?

Regarding the calorie chart you have created, it's uncertain whether it is accurate? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor if my calorie calculations are correct. Is it true that to lose one kilogram, one must burn 7,700 calories? Currently, my height and weight are 173 cm a...

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's important to talk to someone who can help you, such as a healthcare professional or a counselor. They can provide support and guidance tailored to your situation. Re...

Multiple complex diseases Hello Dr. Liu: I am here to ask you a question on behalf of my friend. My friend's grandmother is 80 years old and is currently hospitalized due to illness. She has multiple complex medical conditions, including chronic diarrhea, with at least four ...

Which specialty should I see? About two years ago, I was a 65 kg overweight girl. After controlling my diet, I managed to reduce my weight to 49 kg before the Lunar New Year this year. My weight loss method involved almost completely avoiding carbohydrates and consuming a lot of ...

Weight loss methods Hello Dr. Lin, if I go to the Tainan Hospital for a weight loss consultation, which is scheduled for Wednesday evening, I would like to understand the methods you use for weight loss (as there are many different weight loss methods available on the market).