Essential Nutrition Tips for Managing Diabetes: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Diabetes Nutrition People with diabetes should focus on consuming foods that have a low glycemic index and are high in fiber, while limiting foods that can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar levels. Foods to eat more of include: - Non-starchy vegetables (e.g., leafy greens, broc...
Dr. Zhuang Yizhen Reply:
Hello, Miss Mouse: In simple terms, the diet for individuals with diabetes is essentially a balanced diet. The primary reason for elevated blood sugar levels in patients is the insufficient insulin in the body to lower the excessive intake of carbohydrates. Therefore, adhering to...[Read More] Essential Nutrition Tips for Managing Diabetes: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Understanding Cholesterol Levels: What You Need to Know for Health
Cholesterol levels are too high? Hello, my father has undergone tests and his cholesterol level is around 300, and he also has high blood pressure. I have heard that this puts him in the stroke risk group. Additionally, he is in his 50s and often stays up late playing mahjong. Un...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello: Your father's cholesterol level has been found to be approximately 300, which indeed exceeds the standard limit of 200. Additionally, with the presence of hypertension, it is crucial to pay more attention to health maintenance. Although your father's body type wa...[Read More] Understanding Cholesterol Levels: What You Need to Know for Health
Essential Dietary Tips for Managing High Blood Lipids
High blood lipids? For individuals with high blood lipids, it is important to pay attention to the following dietary guidelines: 1. **Reduce Saturated Fats**: Limit the intake of saturated fats found in red meat, full-fat dairy products, and processed foods. Opt for lean meats a...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Hello Wei Ling, Thank you for your letter! First, the term "blood lipids" refers to cholesterol and triglycerides. I'm not sure which type of lipid you have elevated levels of, but regardless, the first thing we need to focus on is maintaining an ideal body weight...[Read More] Essential Dietary Tips for Managing High Blood Lipids
Nutrition Tips for Seniors: Managing Cholesterol and Weight
Please consult Dr. Qi? Dr. Qi: Hello, I have a few questions to ask you. My grandmother is in her sixties, and she recently underwent a health check-up. The results showed that she has high cholesterol and weight, as well as abnormal levels of blood urea nitrogen and vision issue...
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello! Both steroid levels and weight are indeed high, and dietary control is necessary. First, foods high in cholesterol, such as organ meats (brain, liver, kidneys), fish roe, shrimp roe, crab roe, and egg yolks, should be consumed in moderation, with a guideline of no more tha...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Seniors: Managing Cholesterol and Weight
Nutrition Tips for Gout Patients with Low Cholesterol Levels
Diet for Gout Patients If cholesterol levels in the blood are too low, what dietary considerations should be taken into account, and what foods can be consumed to achieve balanced nutrition?
Dr. Hu Yuqing Reply:
Dietitian Hu Yu-Ching responds: Based on your description, having both gout and low cholesterol levels is quite rare. It is more likely that you are experiencing malnutrition due to insufficient nutrition rather than excess nutrition. What are your height and weight? Your body ma...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Gout Patients with Low Cholesterol Levels
Is Eating Raw Egg Yolks Safe? Understanding Cholesterol and Nutrition
Eggs I have a 55-year-old friend who recently heard about a remedy that is said to be very beneficial for health, which involves eating one cooked egg with a raw yolk every morning. The concern is that egg yolks are high in cholesterol. Is it safe to eat this way every day? Is th...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
The cholesterol content in one egg yolk is approximately 250 milligrams. The intake varies from person to person. Generally, it is recommended that individuals at risk for hypertension and cardiovascular diseases limit their daily intake to no more than 300 milligrams. If blood l...[Read More] Is Eating Raw Egg Yolks Safe? Understanding Cholesterol and Nutrition
Understanding Chitosan: A Solution for Lower Body Swelling and Weight Management
Chitosan Hello, doctor; I am 156 cm tall and weigh 48 kg, but my lower body is noticeably more obese. In the afternoons, my calves become swollen and soft. Is this referred to as lower body edema? If I want to reduce the swelling in my lower body, what types of food should I eat?...
Dr. Chen Yaoyang Reply:
Hello: I apologize for only discovering your inquiry last Friday. The information currently available about chitosan mainly comes from online sources and direct sales product advertisements. If it has such effects, I would recommend consulting other physicians for their opinions....[Read More] Understanding Chitosan: A Solution for Lower Body Swelling and Weight Management
Understanding Lower Body Obesity and Effective Dietary Solutions
Localized obesity Hello, doctor; I am 156 cm tall and weigh 48 kg, but my lower body is noticeably more obese. In the afternoon, my calves become swollen and soft. Is this referred to as lower body edema? If I want to reduce the swelling in my lower body, what types of food shoul...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Based on your height, the ideal weight range is between 48 to 59 kilograms. Currently, your weight is 48 kilograms, which means you should not lose weight. The distribution of adipose tissue varies in number and size across different body parts, so some individuals may appear sli...[Read More] Understanding Lower Body Obesity and Effective Dietary Solutions
Nutrition Counseling for Managing Diabetes and Cardiovascular Health
Nutritional counseling for diseases Diabetes, cerebrovascular occlusion, hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, hyperlipidemia.
Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Your condition can be managed through diet or medication, and the undesirable dietary factors include 1. high calories 2. high fat 3. alcohol 4. high salt 5. low potassium 6. low calcium 7. low magnesium. Additionally, exercise and maintaining an ideal weight can help prevent and...[Read More] Nutrition Counseling for Managing Diabetes and Cardiovascular Health