Calories, Nutrition FAQ

Understanding Balanced Nutritional Supplements: What You Need to Know

What is a "balanced nutritional supplement"? Hello, Doctor. Previously, I asked about "what methods can help with gastrointestinal absorption (weight gain)." You replied that "balanced nutritional products can be consumed during snack time to supplement c...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Balanced nutritional products refer to those that provide a certain amount of calories daily (generally between 1500 to 2000 calories) and include essential nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals to meet the body's daily requirements. ...

Dietary Guidelines for Managing Multiple Health Conditions: A Comprehensive Guide

How to manage dietary needs for multiple health conditions? Hello Dr. Tsai, I would like to ask you about my father's health. He has diabetes, cirrhosis, lower extremity edema, ascites, as well as gastric ulcers and gallstones. I am unsure what kind of diet would be suitab...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, Xiao Wen! Regarding your father's diet, it is important to monitor his blood ammonia levels, as elevated blood ammonia can lead to coma, a condition commonly seen in patients with advanced liver cirrhosis. If his blood ammonia levels are normal, protein intake can be ...

Struggling to Gain Weight: Understanding Nutritional Challenges

The issue of being unable to gain weight since childhood? However, my height is 173 cm and my weight is between 55 to 60 kg. My current lifestyle is that I wake up at 7 AM and go to bed around 11 PM, 12 AM, 1 AM, or 2 AM due to work reasons. For lunch, I usually eat a bento box a...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Based on your current height, your ideal weight is approximately 66 kilograms. If you need to gain weight, it's important to ensure that you are consuming enough calories. Additionally, pay attention to your gastrointestinal digestion and absorption. It is recommended...

Are You Overdoing Vitamins C and B? Expert Advice on Daily Intake

Vitamin C Doctor, I eat one apple and four kiwis every morning, followed by a multivitamin. At noon, I take a B50 vitamin (because I experience a lot of stress and anxiety), and in the afternoon, I take a 500 mg vitamin C and a 300 mg grape seed extract. I also consume a lot of f...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear Steve, Hello! You have been consuming too much fruit. According to the daily dietary guidelines from the Department of Health, adults should have about 2 servings of fruit per day, with each serving being approximately the size of a fist. It seems that you are consuming abo...

Evaluating My Weight Loss Meal Plan: Tips for Healthy Nutrition

Please help me review my weight loss meal plan and condition? I've recently been trying to lose weight and have gathered a lot of information. Please take a look at my meal plan and let me know if there are any changes I should make. **Breakfast:** - 1 egg - 30g pork sli...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
1. We need your height, weight, and activity level to estimate your caloric needs. 2. The dietary distribution in this menu is unbalanced; therefore, the intake of grains and root vegetables is insufficient, and the low fat intake may lead to hard stools. 3. Based on the curr...

Nutrient-Dense Foods: Small Portions for Healthy Weight Gain

Nutrient-dense foods that are small in volume but high in calories? Hello, doctor. Could you please tell me which foods on the market are small in volume yet highly nutritious (high in calories)? I want to gain weight but have difficulty doing so (I have poor gastrointestinal fun...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear A-Zhi, Hello! Whether you want to gain weight or lose weight, it is essential to base your diet on balanced nutrition, adjusting the quantities of various food groups accordingly. If you need to gain weight, consider a strategy of eating smaller, more frequent meals. In add...

Dietary Recommendations for Osteoporotic Fractures and Calcium Supplements

Comminuted fracture Hello, Dr. Shi. I have a comminuted fracture and would like to ask about dietary recommendations regarding what to avoid and what to eat (I have malabsorption issues). I would also like to know how to choose calcium supplements sold at regular pharmacies. Is t...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear Wei, During the recovery period, it is important to increase the intake of protein, calories, and calcium. You can consume 2 cups of milk daily (each cup being 240cc), approximately 3 to 6 bowls of rice, 4 to 6 servings of meat, fish, eggs, and legumes (with 1 ounce of lean...

Effective Weight Control Strategies for Busy Individuals: Nutrition Tips

Regarding dietary control for weight management? Dear nutritionists, my height is 167 cm and my weight is 54 kg. This is the heaviest I have been so far (I am 27 years old this year). For some people, I may not seem overweight, but I have previously weighed 47-48 kg, so I am very...

Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Dear Meixi: As we age, our metabolic rate gradually decreases, and with the reduced activity levels of office workers (increased sedentary lifestyle), body composition tends to shift, resulting in less lean mass and more fat mass, which can easily lead to weight gain. Your weight...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Walking, Running, and Targeting Belly Fat

Weight loss Hello, I would like to ask some questions regarding weight loss. 1. Is walking or jogging effective for weight loss? Is the effect significant? 2. If the weight is concentrated in the abdomen, what can be done to specifically target fat loss in that area? 3. Why do ...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear Lai, Hello! 1. Increasing your physical activity during the weekdays should help with weight control. The amount of calories burned will depend on the intensity and duration of the exercise. Walking has a lower intensity compared to jogging, so considering your age, you m...

Can Hula Hooping for 30 Minutes a Day Help You Lose Weight?

Hula hooping for weight loss? Using a hula hoop for 30 minutes a day, five times a week, can contribute to weight loss, but the extent of weight loss will depend on various factors such as your diet, overall physical activity, and individual metabolism. Regular aerobic exercise l...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Weight loss requires dietary control and exercise, and diet plays a crucial role in weight loss. Therefore, using a hula hoop without dietary control is unlikely to be effective! I recommend that you visit a nutrition consultation clinic to consult with a nutritionist and ...

Struggling to Gain Weight? Tips for Healthy Weight Gain and Nutrition

I want to gain weight? Hello Dr. Tang: I want to gain weight, but no matter how much I eat, I can't seem to put on any weight. I have previously tried using Chinese medicine to adjust my constitution, but my weight only increased slowly and then plateaued. I'm not sure ...

Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Dear An-An: Based on your current height and weight, your BMI (Body Mass Index) is 15.6, which is only 73% of the ideal weight (52 kg), indicating that you are underweight. I'm curious to know what your highest weight has been. First, I recommend that you consult an endocr...

Are Growth Supplements Effective for Kids Starting School?

Korean Ginseng Growth Factors I would like to ask: Recently, there has been an advertisement for a growth hormone supplement on television. Is it really as effective as it claims? Is it suitable for children who are entering first grade this year? Thank you.

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! I'm not sure what you mean by "growth factors." Generally speaking, even health foods should not claim to help with height increase or similar effects. Foods provide the necessary nutrients for the body. What children need is a balanced diet, adequate protei...

High-Calorie vs. Starchy Foods: What Really Causes Weight Gain?

Whether consuming high-calorie foods or starchy foods leads to weight gain depends on various factors, including overall diet, portion sizes, and individual metabolism. Both high-calorie foods and excessive intake of carbohydrates can contribute to weight gain if they result in a...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello: I am not sure if your current weight is within the ideal range. If your Body Mass Index (BMI) is less than 18.5 kg/m², you are classified as underweight. Insufficient weight may be due to inadequate caloric intake or certain physiological issues. I recommend that you first...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Healthy Living: Expert Advice

What should I do? Hello Dr. Ke: I have been very troubled. My height is 152 cm and my weight has reached 62 kg. I really want to lose weight, but I can't seem to shed any pounds. Today I saw a news article about a model who lost 35 kg by eating 10 oranges a day. What impact ...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello Tina: Based on your height and weight, your ideal weight range is between 55.8 to 45.8 kilograms. Since I am unaware of your daily dietary habits, I cannot provide specific dietary recommendations. You mentioned consuming 10 oranges a day, which roughly estimates your daily...

Why Am I Not Losing Weight After Yoga? Understanding Muscle vs. Fat

Muscle Hello, I would like to ask, because I started practicing yoga after gaining weight, and it has been almost a year. Although I appear to look slimmer, in reality, it is just because my muscles have become firmer, and I have not lost any weight. I spend one to two hours exer...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Hello: There are several methods to determine if someone is overweight, such as the Body Mass Index (BMI), which is calculated using height (in meters) squared multiplied by a range of 18.5 to 24. The lower limit is 18.5 and the upper limit is 24. If your weight falls within this...

Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain: Expert Advice

How can I gain weight? Hello Dr. Ke, I have been troubled by this issue for a long time. It seems that since I entered puberty, I have never gained weight, and I am even below the standard weight (I am currently 180 cm tall and weigh only 54 kg). I used to not care much about it,...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello, First of all, I apologize for the delay in my response due to not receiving your message. I kindly ask for your understanding. Based on your height and weight, your BMI is calculated to be 16.6, which indicates that you are underweight. Being underweight may suggest that...

How Many Calories Should I Consume Daily to Maintain My Weight?

Could you please clarify your question regarding nutritionists? As a 22-year-old with a height of 157 cm, your daily caloric needs to maintain your weight depend on various factors including your activity level. Generally, for a moderately active young woman, the daily caloric in...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Hello: Your height is 157 cm. The ideal weight range is approximately between 49-59 kg. For a young woman with a generally low activity level, about 1600 calories are needed. Of course, activity level is one of the key factors. If calorie intake exceeds the body's needs, wei...

Nutritional Breakdown of Penghu Handmade Noodles: Calories, Proteins, and More

Penghu Handmade Noodles Hello... Could you please tell me the caloric content, protein, fat (including trans fats and saturated fats), carbohydrates, and sodium levels in the handmade noodles from Penghu? The ingredients are usually listed as just flour, salt, and water, so I...

Dr. Hu Yuqing Reply:
Hello: From the Taiwan Food Nutrition Composition Database http://www.doh.gov.tw/ufile/doc/Grain_030607.xls Code Food Name Calories Moisture Crude Protein Crude Fat Carbohydrates Crude Fiber Dietary Fiber Ash Cholesterol Vitamin A Activity Vit...

Understanding Low-Protein Diets: Guidelines for Chronic Kidney Disease

Low-protein diet What is considered a low-protein food? How much protein content should be less than in 100g to qualify as low-protein? My mother has chronic kidney disease, and her urine protein levels have been consistently high. Is the commercially available San-Duo low-protei...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! A general balanced diet typically consists of protein making up about 12-14% of total caloric intake. A low-protein diet, on the other hand, has protein contributing approximately 6-8% of total calories. Protein is an essential substance needed by the body. Under normal ci...

Struggling to Gain Weight: Tips for Healthy Weight Gain in Teens

Skinny Doctor: I am in the third year of junior high school, 165 cm tall, and weigh 49 kg. I have always struggled to gain weight. Could it be related to stress? How can I gain weight and become stronger?

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Based on your height of 165 cm, your ideal weight should be 59.8 kg. Currently, your BMI is 18, which is still within the standard range. Your ideal weight range is between 53-65 kg. For moderate activity, the daily caloric requirement based on your ideal weight is calcu...

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