Can Peritoneal Dialysis Patients Eat Konjac?
Konjac Can patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis consume konjac products?
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! There are no specific restrictions on consuming konjac foods for peritoneal dialysis patients. However, peritoneal dialysis requires a higher protein intake compared to standard hemodialysis, approximately 1.3 to 1.5 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Other diet...[Read More] Can Peritoneal Dialysis Patients Eat Konjac?
Dietary Guidelines for High Liver Cancer Risk: Foods to Avoid and Include
Diet for Liver Cancer If a doctor diagnoses a high probability of liver cancer, what dietary considerations should be taken into account in daily life? Which foods should be limited, and what should be supplemented?
Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello! A balanced diet and normal daily routines are fundamental for daily life. It is important to maintain an ideal body weight, which means consuming appropriate amounts from six major food groups: grains, meat, fish, eggs, legumes, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and fats. It is a...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for High Liver Cancer Risk: Foods to Avoid and Include
Managing High Cholesterol While Trying to Gain Weight: Expert Tips
Very thin... but has high cholesterol..? Hello, nutritionist. My weight is 49 kg and my height is 168 cm. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, but I often stay up late, usually going to bed around 1:30 AM. I have poor gastrointestinal function and tend to experience diarrhea. I usual...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Your body weight is indeed too low; the reasons for being underweight may be related to your poor gastrointestinal function, frequent diarrhea, and staying up late. For issues related to gastrointestinal function and diarrhea, I recommend consulting a gastroenterologist. M...[Read More] Managing High Cholesterol While Trying to Gain Weight: Expert Tips
Understanding Albumin and Whey Protein for SLE and Kidney Health
Albumin & Whey Protein Hello, I am a patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and I also have nephrotic syndrome and hyperlipidemia with a cholesterol level of 280 and an albumin level of 2.8. I am currently taking albumin tablets. I would like to know if this is effe...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Milk protein consists of approximately 80% casein and 20% whey protein. Whey protein is composed of five types of proteins, with β-lactoglobulin being the most abundant at about 50%, containing a free thiol group, which is one of the sources of the flavor in heated milk. T...[Read More] Understanding Albumin and Whey Protein for SLE and Kidney Health
Essential Dietary Guidelines for Heart Disease Management
Dietary Issues Related to Heart Disease Hello, my uncle has recently been diagnosed with either left ventricular hypertrophy or valvular hypertrophy (I'm not sure which is the correct term) and angina. I would like to ask what dietary considerations he should keep in mind (w...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to follow the principle of eating small, frequent meals to avoid placing excessive strain on the heart from large meals. Additionally, caloric intake should be limited to maintain body weight within the ideal range. It is advisable to avoid excessive salt...[Read More] Essential Dietary Guidelines for Heart Disease Management
Post-Surgery Nutrition Tips for Managing Chocolate Cysts
Dietary Recommendations for Chocolate Cysts 1. **Anti-inflammatory Foods**: Incorporate foods that reduce inflammation, such as fatty fish (salmon, mackerel), nuts, seeds, and I have a 5-centimeter cyst in my body that is scheduled for removal tomorrow. How should I take care of...
Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello! After surgery, while the wound is healing, it is advisable to avoid alcohol and excessively greasy foods. Following that, your diet should be based on balanced nutrition, including six major food groups: carbohydrates, dairy, meat, fish, soy products, eggs, vegetables, fru...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nutrition Tips for Managing Chocolate Cysts
High-Calorie Foods for Underweight Infants: Nutritional Guidance
Diet for Underweight Children Your daughter was born weighing 2000g and is now 11 months old, weighing 7kg. She has a poor appetite for milk. What high-calorie complementary foods can she eat? How many calories should she consume in a day to gain weight?
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello: Your daughter is currently 11 months old, and her ideal weight range should be around 10-13 kg. However, she only weighs 7 kg, which is indeed on the thinner side. According to nutritional guidelines for infants, each kilogram of body weight requires approximately 100 calo...[Read More] High-Calorie Foods for Underweight Infants: Nutritional Guidance
Healthy Eating Tips for Managing Hypertension and Weight
Eating for Health Hello, Nutritionist. I am a 43-year-old adult. Due to work-related stress, I often eat out. I have hereditary hypertension, weigh 75 kg, and am 173 cm tall, which seems to indicate that I am overweight. I would like to ask you how to eat healthily and what foods...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Currently, your body weight is classified as overweight, and you have a hereditary predisposition to hypertension. Therefore, it is important to monitor your salt intake in your diet. Try to choose fresh foods and avoid pickled, processed items, as well as baked goods such...[Read More] Healthy Eating Tips for Managing Hypertension and Weight
Winter Weight Loss: Does Season Affect Diet and Exercise Results?
Winter Weight Loss Does the effectiveness of weight loss differ between winter and summer with the same diet and exercise? In reality, I just want to avoid regaining weight. However, despite maintaining my diet and even increasing my exercise over the past few days, my weight has...
Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello: Losing 14 kilograms in three months is indeed quite rapid. You have adopted a method of eating less and exercising more, but I wonder how much you are eating less or how much you are exercising. Based on your height and weight, your ideal body weight is approximately betwe...[Read More] Winter Weight Loss: Does Season Affect Diet and Exercise Results?
Nutritional Insights: Phosphorus and Potassium Levels in Water Bamboo
Zizania latifolia I would like to inquire about the phosphorus and potassium content in bamboo shoots, as my mother is a peritoneal dialysis patient. Thank you!
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! 100 grams of bamboo shoots contain 180 mg of potassium and 43 mg of phosphorus. If blanched in plenty of water, the potassium content is reduced! For peritoneal dialysis, it is important to pay attention to protein supplementation, requiring 1.3 grams of protein per kilogr...[Read More] Nutritional Insights: Phosphorus and Potassium Levels in Water Bamboo
How to Gain Weight and Height: Nutrition Tips for Young Adults
I want to gain weight and grow taller? Currently, I am 152 cm tall and weigh 40 kg. During my internship at the hospital, I was often bullied by patients and senior colleagues because of my appearance. Although I didn’t pay much attention to it at the time, as I get older, I don’...
Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Wei-Tong: Hello. Based on the "questioner information," are you 20 years old? Generally, girls do not grow much after the age of 18, and from what you mentioned in your letter, it seems you are studying a medical-related field, so I believe you understand this well. (Th...[Read More] How to Gain Weight and Height: Nutrition Tips for Young Adults
Does Eating Konjac Before Bed Lead to Weight Gain?
Is there weight gain? I heard that konjac doesn't cause weight gain, but if I eat one kilogram of it before bed, and then weigh myself the next morning after having a bowel movement, if I still weigh the same one kilogram, does that mean I've gained one kilogram? Howeve...
Dr. Liu Yulai Reply:
NONO: Hello! Wow! Your question is really cute, but it's also a fact! Theoretically, since we cannot distinguish between actual body weight, feces, or recently ingested food, the weight measured is all considered body weight. In research, there is something called error, whi...[Read More] Does Eating Konjac Before Bed Lead to Weight Gain?
Understanding the Relationship Between Weight, Body Fat, and Visceral Fat
Body weight and body fat? Why is it possible to have a high body weight but a body fat percentage within the normal range, or to have a normal weight but an elevated body fat percentage? What is the relationship between the two, and is it related to visceral fat?
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Hello Tracy Chang: Being overweight but having a body fat percentage within the normal range is something that may occur in certain specialized athletes, such as weightlifters. Conversely, individuals with a normal weight can also have an elevated body fat percentage, such as sed...[Read More] Understanding the Relationship Between Weight, Body Fat, and Visceral Fat
Nutritional Guidelines for Managing Hepatitis B Symptoms
Nutritional Intake for Hepatitis B Dear Nutritionist, my father has hepatitis B. During his check-up, the doctor mentioned that he has elevated jaundice, edema in his ankles, and a rougher liver texture. What dietary considerations should be taken into account?
Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Ms. Bao: Hello! Your father's hepatitis B has already shown signs of jaundice and edema, indicating that liver function has reached the stage of decompensated failure. Dietary management can only passively avoid worsening symptoms. It is essential to avoid high-fat cooking m...[Read More] Nutritional Guidelines for Managing Hepatitis B Symptoms
Effective Strategies for Lower Body Weight Loss at 40
How to lose weight in the lower body? At 40 years old, with a height of 157 cm and a weight of 58 kg, you are experiencing lower body obesity. You have been trying to lose weight by climbing stairs for a month, but your weight has not changed. What strategies can you adopt for we...
Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Your BMI is 23.5, which is still within a reasonable range. However, you should evaluate whether there is an excess of subcutaneous fat in your lower body. Have you ever measured your body fat percentage? Attached is a food calorie composition chart; your daily caloric requiremen...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Lower Body Weight Loss at 40
Safe Weight Loss Strategies for Young Adults with Spinal Issues
How can I lose weight? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. I am 22 years old, about 173 to 174 cm tall, but I weigh 85 kg. I really want to lose weight, but I am afraid of injuring my right leg because I currently have scoliosis, which is compressing the nerves in ...
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello: Based on your height of 174 cm, your ideal weight range is between 60-73 kg. Therefore, your weight is indeed over 20% of your Ideal Body Weight (IBW), and you need to lose weight. Since you have issues with spinal curvature, it is advisable to consult a rehabilitation phy...[Read More] Safe Weight Loss Strategies for Young Adults with Spinal Issues
How Many Calories Can You Burn While Kayaking for an Hour?
Caloric expenditure Exercise is one of the best ways to burn excess body fat. For example, a person weighing 60 kilograms burns approximately 6.6 calories per minute while water skiing. Since one kilogram of body fat is roughly equivalent to 8,810 calories, if this person water s...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Hello! Taking table tennis as an example, the caloric expenditure is 318 kilocalories per hour per kilogram of body weight, while water skiing burns 396 kilocalories. The energy sources for exercise are not solely fat; initially, the calories burned come from carbohydrates. In si...[Read More] How Many Calories Can You Burn While Kayaking for an Hour?
Effective Nutrition Tips for Losing Over 10 Kilograms
How to lose more than 10 kilograms? I would like to ask the doctor. I know that to lose more than 10 kilograms, I need to incorporate exercise. What I would like to know is how to adjust my diet accordingly. I hope the doctor can provide a satisfactory answer.
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello: To lose 10 kilograms of body weight, you need to reduce your caloric intake by approximately 7,700 calories. If you aim to decrease your intake by 500 calories per day, you can expect to lose about 0.5 kilograms per week, which amounts to around 2 kilograms per month. By c...[Read More] Effective Nutrition Tips for Losing Over 10 Kilograms
Is Starch Really the Enemy? Debunking Nutrition Myths for Weight Loss
Is starch toxic powder?? Hello, I recently visited a weight loss doctor who advised me to avoid all carbohydrates, suggesting that I shouldn't eat any at all during my meals, claiming that carbohydrates are "toxic." However, I can eat other foods, like those found ...
Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
1. Each gram of starch provides 4 calories, while each gram of fat provides 9 calories. For those who need to lose weight, which source of calories would you choose wisely? 2. High blood lipids are a significant risk factor for atherosclerosis and are closely related to cardiov...[Read More] Is Starch Really the Enemy? Debunking Nutrition Myths for Weight Loss
Effective Weight Loss Strategies and Meal Plans for Diabetes Management
Weight loss methods or recommended meal plans for diabetes? Dear Nutritionist: Currently, my blood sugar level before meals is 130. Recently, due to the cold weather, I overate, and my blood sugar rose to 164. My weight is 78 kg, and my height is 158 cm. I am controlling my blood...
Dr. Zhuang Yizhen Reply:
Hello WPI: From your letter, it seems that you understand the importance of ideal body weight in diabetes management. Based on your height, a weight between 50-60 kg would be optimal. However, your blood sugar levels appear to be well-controlled. With consistent daily exercise of...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies and Meal Plans for Diabetes Management