Nutrition Tips for Diabetic Dialysis Patients: Managing Blood Sugar and Calories
Diet Hello, how should a dialysis patient with diabetes manage their diet to maintain good blood sugar control while ensuring adequate caloric intake?
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! For patients undergoing dialysis, dietary restrictions are more stringent compared to those with diabetic nephropathy who are not on dialysis. It is important to ensure adequate caloric intake. In addition to the general dietary principles for diabetic patients (low sugar,...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Diabetic Dialysis Patients: Managing Blood Sugar and Calories
Banana and Soybean Juice: Benefits, Risks, and Nutritional Insights
Banana with soybeans? Hello: Blending bananas with boiled and mashed yellow soybeans and some water into a juice is said by colleagues who have tried it to help with removing spots and promoting bowel movements when consumed regularly. Is this true? Can it be consumed on an empty...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Both bananas and soybeans are high in fiber content, and consuming them regularly can help with bowel movements, maintaining smooth digestion, and reducing the retention of feces in the intestines, which in turn decreases the absorption of ammonia and harmful substances. A...[Read More] Banana and Soybean Juice: Benefits, Risks, and Nutritional Insights
Calorie Count: How Many Calories in Chicken Feet and Sweet Soy Milk Pastries?
Caloric issues? The calorie content of a single chicken foot in braised snacks is approximately 100 calories. As for the sweet crispy cake sold at Yonghe Soy Milk, it is estimated to contain around 200-250 calories. Thank you!
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! The calorie content of 80 grams of braised chicken feet is approximately 115 calories, while one serving of sweet crispy pastry is about 320 calories. Wishing you good health![Read More] Calorie Count: How Many Calories in Chicken Feet and Sweet Soy Milk Pastries?
Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain: Nutrition Tips
Weight gain How to gain weight.
Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Xiao Hui: Developing regular eating and activity habits, along with avoiding staying up late, is important. Meals should be balanced, and snacks such as dairy products or sweet and savory treats can be added in moderation without affecting appetite for main meals. Commercially av...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain: Nutrition Tips
Understanding Weight Management: Insights for Small-Boned Individuals
Weight loss Based on your height of 154 cm and weight of 57 kg, your Body Mass Index (BMI) is approximately 24. This falls within the overweight category according to standard BMI classifications. Given your waist circumference of 29-30 inches, it may indicate a higher risk for m...
Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Ms. Hsiao: Your weight and waist circumference are still within the standard weight range; however, you have reached the upper limit and could easily exceed it. Your body composition is not ideal due to a high body fat percentage (less than 30% is considered ideal). As people rea...[Read More] Understanding Weight Management: Insights for Small-Boned Individuals
Understanding High-Fat Foods: Options and Daily Consumption Tips
What are high-fat foods? Hello, I would like to ask what other high-fat foods are there besides cheese? Is it suitable to consume high-fat foods every day? Is high fat equal to high calories? I am 23 years old, 170 cm tall, and weigh 49-50 kg. I have a habit of exercising every 2...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Increasing body fat does not equate to consuming high-fat foods, and high-fat foods are not suitable for daily consumption. It is still recommended that your diet should be balanced across the six major food groups. Based on your height, your ideal weight should be between...[Read More] Understanding High-Fat Foods: Options and Daily Consumption Tips
Understanding Caloric Content: Instant Noodles vs. Traditional Baked Goods
The issue of calories? Generally, instant noodles contain about 450 calories. If you do not add the oil packet or seasoning, the calorie count would be significantly lower, typically around 300 calories or less, depending on the specific brand and type of noodles. Regarding the...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! The calorie content of oil-based seasonings is approximately 80-150 calories. Since the noodles themselves are already high in calories, an additional serving of sesame pancakes contributes about 200 calories, which is equivalent to one to two servings of staple food combi...[Read More] Understanding Caloric Content: Instant Noodles vs. Traditional Baked Goods
Can Vegetables Provide Vitamin B12 for Vegans?
Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products, and there are no vegetables that naturally contain significant amounts of this vitamin. However, some fortified foods, such as certain plant-based milk, breakfast cereals, and nutritional yeast, may provide vitamin B12. It's...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient for the formation of blood. A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to pernicious anemia, and since plant-based foods do not contain vitamin B12, vegetarians are generally at a higher risk of developing pernicious anemia, especially vegans who sh...[Read More] Can Vegetables Provide Vitamin B12 for Vegans?
Essential Tips for Designing a 3000-Calorie Diet for Clinical Nutrition
Dietary Design Hello, nutritionist. I am a student interning at a hospital this year, and I need to design a 3000-calorie general diet. What design techniques should I consider? Additionally, if the total grams and calories I design cannot exceed a certain range, what should I pa...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! When designing a menu, it is important to pay attention to the distribution of the three macronutrients. Protein should account for 12-15% of total caloric intake, while fat should comprise 25-30% of total calories. Additionally, the combination of different food types and...[Read More] Essential Tips for Designing a 3000-Calorie Diet for Clinical Nutrition
Is White Toast a Healthy Choice for Weight Loss? Nutritional Insights
Toast Man What nutrients are found in white toast? If I only eat white toast during my weight loss period, will it cause anemia? How long can I safely do this? (Because I like toast, and it seems to have fewer calories.)
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello: White toast belongs to the staple food category. A thin slice of toast is equivalent to the nutritional content of a quarter bowl of rice (i.e., 4 thin slices of toast are equivalent to 1 bowl of rice), containing about 2 grams of protein, approximately 15 grams of carbohy...[Read More] Is White Toast a Healthy Choice for Weight Loss? Nutritional Insights
Can Fish Oil Lower Cholesterol? Understanding Its Benefits and Differences
Can fish oil lower blood lipids? Hello: Since my parents have entered menopause, they need to make dietary adjustments. However, they firmly believe that fish oil can cleanse the blood vessels, so they enjoy consuming the fat from the belly of the mackerel. Is this belief correct...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Fish oil generally refers to omega-3 fatty acids, which are abundant in the eye sockets, flesh, and fatty tissues of marine fish, while freshwater fish contain lower amounts. Omega-3 fatty acids can be further divided into docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic ac...[Read More] Can Fish Oil Lower Cholesterol? Understanding Its Benefits and Differences
Simple Diet Control Tips for Easy Weight Management
How to Simply Control Your Diet Hello: My activity level is moderate, and I only eat three meals a day. However, since puberty, I have struggled to lose weight; I only experience rapid weight loss when I am ill, but I regain the weight once I recover. I am currently on the verge ...
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello: You belong to a moderate activity level. If you are not very tall (over 175 cm), you would need approximately 2000 calories per day to maintain your weight. Since I do not know your current height and whether your daily caloric intake from three meals is excessive, this ma...[Read More] Simple Diet Control Tips for Easy Weight Management
How to Gain Weight Healthily: Tips for Teens Struggling to Bulk Up
Why don't I gain weight? Hello, nutritionist: I am a first-year high school student, and I am 174 cm tall and weigh 45 kg. Many people say I am very thin, and I really want to gain weight! However, no matter how I eat, it seems like I can't gain any weight! My mother is...
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello: Your height is 174 cm, and your ideal weight range is between 60 to 73 kg. Currently, you weigh only 45 kg, which indicates that you are underweight. While weight can be influenced by genetics, it can also be improved through lifestyle changes. If you want to gain weight, ...[Read More] How to Gain Weight Healthily: Tips for Teens Struggling to Bulk Up
Summer Nutrition Classes: Learn Calorie Counting for Weight Loss
Weight loss issues Hello, nutritionist! I heard that your hospital offers classes on how to calculate calories. I would like to ask if there are any classes available during the summer? As a student, I only have time during the summer to attend. I hope you can give me some advice...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Sister: If you want to learn about food composition and calorie calculation, you can visit our hospital's nutrition clinic for consultation at any time. There are dietitians available to provide guidance! (Our clinic is open both in the morning and afternoon.) Sincerely...[Read More] Summer Nutrition Classes: Learn Calorie Counting for Weight Loss
Managing High Uric Acid Levels: Dietary Tips for Gout Relief
How to manage diet with a uric acid level of 9.5? About three weeks ago, I suspected that my big toe was swollen and painful due to gout. However, due to work commitments, I didn't get it checked. Recently, I had tests done, and the results confirmed that it was indeed cause...
Dr. Hu Yuqing Reply:
Wei Nong: Hello, you have high uric acid. Do you drink more than 2000 cc of water daily? Your protein sources should include 4 servings of broad categories of meat and 1 serving of dairy each day, such as chicken, duck, fish, seafood, pork, beef, lamb, legumes, and their products...[Read More] Managing High Uric Acid Levels: Dietary Tips for Gout Relief
Struggling with Weight Loss: Seeking Effective Nutrition Advice
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello... I would like to ask you... I have been overweight since childhood, with my highest weight being around 75 kg at a height of 163 cm during high school. However, I started losing weight in my second year ...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Ms. Amuro, Your most pressing issue at the moment is weight regain. Losing weight is indeed challenging and a long journey, with the most crucial aspect being maintenance after weight loss. Regarding your weight regain issue: prolonged dieting can lead to a decrease in meta...[Read More] Struggling with Weight Loss: Seeking Effective Nutrition Advice
Is This Eating Habit Healthier? Evaluating Bento Box Nutrition and Costs
Is this way of eating better? Could you please ask a nutritionist how many calories are in a chicken rice meal that sells for over 70 NTD in the market? (I estimate it to be around 1200 calories.) If I buy an additional bowl of white rice and divide the meal into two servings, is...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! The calorie content of a typical commercially available bento is about 700-900 kcal. Generally, compared to the dietary guidelines recommended by the Department of Health, the portion of staple food in these bentos is relatively large, while the amount of vegetables is ins...[Read More] Is This Eating Habit Healthier? Evaluating Bento Box Nutrition and Costs
Essential Nutrition Tips for Recovery After a Fracture
Diet After a Fracture For individuals who have experienced a fracture due to an accident (not caused by osteoporosis), what dietary considerations should be taken into account? What foods should be avoided, and which ones can aid in recovery? Are commercially available bone powde...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! In the case of fractures caused by accidents, it is beneficial to increase the intake of calcium-rich foods and adequate protein to aid recovery. Various bone powders and calcium supplements can also be helpful during this time. For individuals who already maintain a balan...[Read More] Essential Nutrition Tips for Recovery After a Fracture
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