Calories, Nutrition FAQ

How Many Calories Are in a Boiled Egg White? Nutrition Insights

What is the calorie content of boiled egg whites? The calorie content of a boiled egg white is often reported to be around 17 calories per large egg white, which typically weighs about 33 grams. Therefore, if you have a boiled egg white weighing approximately 40 grams, it would c...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Patty: Hello. A 40-gram slice of bread has about 100 calories, raw lettuce has almost no calories, a boiled egg is about 70 calories (one egg without oil is considered to be 70 calories), 10 raisins plus a little ketchup can be counted as about 20 calories, and a 100cc cup of uns...

Healthy Vegetable Soup Recipes for Easy Dinner and Weight Loss

How to make vegetable soup? Hello, Nutritionist: You mentioned that breakfast is important, but I usually sleep until after ten and I'm not hungry when I wake up. By the time I feel a bit hungry, it's already noon, so I end up having a brunch. If I eat breakfast, I find...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Dear Yun! For breakfast, you can choose some simpler foods, such as a cup of skim milk or a slice or two of toast. There's no need to have a lavish meal; if you eat too much, you won't be able to eat at lunch! Remember, don't wait until you feel very hungry to eat....

Understanding Nutrition: Can Eating Only Apples for Dinner Help Weight Loss?

My question..? Hello, nutritionist: I am currently a student, so I usually sleep until after 10 AM and I don't feel hungry when I wake up, so I skip breakfast and just drink one or two cups of water. I only start to feel a bit hungry around noon. For lunch, I eat normally, a...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Your current weight is at the upper limit of your ideal weight, and it is acceptable to lose a few kilograms, but it is not recommended to go below 53 kilograms. Regarding your current weight loss method, there is an issue with irregular meal patterns; skipping breakfast c...

How Many Calories Are in a Taiwanese Rice Ball?

I would like to ask about the calorie content of Taiwanese rice balls? Although many recipes state that Taiwanese rice balls are high in calories, they often do not specify how high. However, I really love them, so I would like to ask how many calories are in a palm-sized purple ...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
PATTY: Hello. There is a simple way to estimate the calories in the rice ball you are eating. You can check at a convenience store for a similar product in size and content, and use its nutritional information as a reference for your food. Since the contents can vary slightly fro...

Effective Weight Loss Tips for Teens: Nutrition and Diet Insights

I want to lose weight! Dear Doctor, I am 16 years old, 165 cm tall, and weigh 61 kg. My goal is to reach 45 kg. I don't have a genetic predisposition to being overweight. After graduating from junior high school and through the end of my first year of high school, my weight ...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Yuan Yuan, Hello… 1. Your height is 165 cm, and your ideal weight range is between 54 to 65 kg, which is considered normal within this range. 2. Most weight loss diets achieve their goals primarily due to low-calorie intake or imbalanced nutrition. If this diet has low ...

Is My Weight Loss Plan Healthy? Expert Advice on Nutrition and Diet

Will this affect my health? I'm sorry! I'm 21 years old this year, originally weighing 58 kg and standing 158 cm tall. I feel like I'm a bit too round (possibly due to family genetics or my own eating habits, plus I tend to eat flavorful foods), so I want to lose w...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Hello: 1. At a height of 158 cm, your ideal weight should be 55 kg. 2. Since I am not aware of the contents and portions of your meals and meal replacements, I cannot estimate your daily caloric intake. However, maintaining a daily intake of around 1350 calories during your weigh...

Understanding Caloric Intake: How Much Do We Really Absorb?

Could you please provide more details about your question regarding calories? Dear Doctor, I have a question that I've been wanting to ask. The foods we eat every day have different calorie counts; some are low in calories while others are high. Do we absorb 100% of the calo...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, everyone's dietary content is different, and gastrointestinal function varies, so the digestion and absorption status will naturally differ as well! It is quite difficult to determine the percentage of caloric absorption from the foods each person consumes, as there a...

Understanding Malnutrition: Impacts and Nutritional Supplement Recommendations

Malnutrition Hello, my father-in-law is 65 years old and undergoes an annual health check-up, which always shows normal results. However, since being diagnosed with diabetes 15 years ago, he has been controlling his diet. Eight years ago, he started a vegetarian diet and has beco...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! You are truly a caring daughter-in-law, showing such concern for your father-in-law's diet. Regarding his dietary intake, based on the meal times and quantities you mentioned, it seems insufficient. According to the dietary reference intake published by the Department...

Why Did I Gain a Kilo in Two Days? Understanding Weight Fluctuations

Gained one kilogram in two days? On the first day, I weighed 42.1 kg, but within two days, I didn't eat much more than usual. One day, I had a late-night snack, which was a 250-calorie pack of cookies. I maintained my caloric intake between 800-1000 calories. The day after t...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! According to your statement, your average caloric intake is around 800-1000 calories. Generally, to gain one kilogram of body weight, you need to increase your caloric intake by an additional 7700 calories. Of course, individual factors such as basal metabolic rate, age, a...

Understanding Amenorrhea: Nutritional Insights for Teenage Girls

Menopause Hello, Doctor Hsieh: I just turned 16 this year, my height is 169 cm (I haven't measured it in a while, so I'm not sure if I've grown taller), and my weight is 48 kg. I had been on a diet for a while, which led to amenorrhea that has lasted for nearly s...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Air: I can help you with your nutritional questions. First, based on your current intake, it is estimated to be around 1900 calories, which appears to be standard according to nutritional distribution. I recommend that you maintain this level of dietary intake, but I still a...

Post-Surgery Nutrition: Essential Foods for Healing After Bone Pin Removal

Post-operative diet? I would like to ask the nutritionists: After the removal of the bone screws from the foot, what dietary considerations should be taken into account? What foods can help promote wound healing? Thank you for your response.

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Generally speaking, for surgeries related to bones, the highest requirements for calories and protein occur before and after the surgery, as the metabolic changes in the body are most significant during these times. The breakdown of protein can lead to the loss of electrol...

Understanding Portion Sizes and Calorie Counting for Weight Loss

Caloric Calculation of Food Portions Hello, recently I've been on a weight loss journey and have studied nutrition, so I have some knowledge about calorie counting. However, I have a few questions I would like to ask you. For example, today I ate "a plate" of veget...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Hello: Vegetables are very low in calories, but most of their calories come from the oil used in cooking. Therefore, if you steam vegetables (without adding oil) or prepare them as a salad without oil, you can estimate about 25 calories per 100 grams. If you stir-fry them, you ne...

Daily Caloric and Nutrient Intake Recommendations for a 23-Year-Old Woman

What is the recommended daily intake of calories and various nutrients for me? As a 23-year-old female with a height of 160 cm and a weight of 45 kg, your daily caloric intake and nutrient recommendations can vary based on your activity level. However, a general estimate for dail...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Based on your height, your ideal body weight is calculated to be 56 kg. The caloric intake required for light activity is 1689 calories. The recommended daily protein intake is 10-12% of total calories, which amounts to approximately 50 grams. The recommended daily fat int...

Understanding Metabolism: Tips for Weight Loss and Improving Metabolic Rate

Regarding metabolism? Hello, Dr. Hsieh. I previously mentioned my weight loss concerns, and I would like to consult you again. I have noticed that my metabolism seems to be quite poor. I weigh 92 kg and am 168 cm tall. I consume very little food daily, roughly keeping my caloric ...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Ken: Regarding your dietary caloric intake, I recommend consulting a nutritionist to estimate your actual consumption and see how many calories you are actually eating! Long-term low-calorie diets may not be suitable. As for exercise, your current activity level seems to be ...

Effective Strategies for Gaining Weight: Tips for Thin Individuals

How can I gain weight in my situation? Hello, doctor! I am currently 178 cm tall and weigh 52 kg. I was chubby when I was younger, but after starting kindergarten, I began to slim down, possibly due to my love for food, which may have caused some gastrointestinal issues. Since th...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Based on your height of 178 cm, your ideal weight should be approximately 69.7 kg. Your current BMI (Body Mass Index) is 16.4, which falls into the underweight category. Body composition factors include bones, muscles, skin, nerves, organs, and fat, with water accounting f...

Impact of Eating Out During Pregnancy on Fetal Health

Pregnancy Nutrition Will eating out for all three meals during pregnancy have any impact on the fetus?

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Hello, the biggest issues with eating out for all three meals are: high calories, high fat, high salt, and low fiber. Therefore, the imbalance of nutrition in eating out is more severe than usual. If you have to eat out for some reason, here are some food selection suggestions: ...

Managing Bad Breath While Following a Low-Carb Diet

Low-Carbohydrate Weight Loss!! Hello, I have been following a low-carbohydrate diet for weight loss over the past two months, and I am quite satisfied with the results. However, I have been experiencing issues with bad breath. I initially thought it was a dental problem, but even...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Indeed, low-carbohydrate diets can lead to excessive ketone production in the body, so weight loss should be based on a balanced diet, combined with low-calorie intake (women should not consume less than 1200 calories per day) and regular exercise to achieve healthy and su...

Are Mulberries Safe for Peritoneal Dialysis Patients? Potassium and Phosphorus Content

The potassium and phosphorus content in mulberries? Hello: My mother is a peritoneal dialysis patient, and I would like to know the potassium and phosphorus content in mulberries. Are mulberries suitable for peritoneal dialysis patients to consume? Thank you!

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Peritoneal dialysis can lead to a significant loss of protein, so it is important to include protein-rich foods in the diet. The recommended intake is 1.3 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, focusing on high-quality protein sources such as meats (especially red m...

How to Create a Personalized Weight Loss Meal Plan Safely

How can I prepare my own weight loss meals? Hello... I am currently 168 cm tall and weigh over 100 kg. I would like to ask two questions. 1. Since I am significantly overweight and also have arrhythmia, mitral valve insufficiency, and hypertension, I easily experience shortness...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Xiao Jing: Hello. First, regarding the exercise issue you mentioned, I recommend discussing it with your physician before starting any exercise program for safety reasons. Second, if you wish to calculate calories and design your own meal plan, there are many cookbooks and resour...

Dietary Guidelines for Managing Kidney Disease: Key Considerations

What dietary considerations should be taken into account for kidney disease? Hello, nutritionist. Due to my mother's kidney disease, I would like to know what dietary considerations we should keep in mind (she is not on dialysis yet, but the outlook is not optimistic as her ...

Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello! 1. Low-sodium salt or light soy sauce available in the market contains high levels of potassium, which is not suitable for patients with kidney disease. 2. 3. 4. The diet for kidney disease should be designed based on the patient's basic information (height, weight, a...

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