Dietary adjustment, Nutrition FAQ

Managing Blood Sugar Levels During Pregnancy: Tips and Insights

Issues with Blood Sugar Levels Dear Nutritionist, I am currently 24 weeks pregnant and have already undergone the first screening for gestational diabetes, but unfortunately, I did not pass. The clinic's standard is below 140 mg/dL, but my level reached 195 mg/dL. What can ...

Dr. Xie Peiru Reply:
Hello Miss Huidi: It is recommended that pregnant women maintain fasting blood glucose levels below 95-105 mg/dL and postprandial blood glucose levels below 120-130 mg/dL. Your blood glucose levels are elevated regardless of fasting status, and with pregnancy and the presence of ...

Understanding Nutritional Deficiencies: Addressing Muscle Cramps and Fatigue

Deficiency I have recently been experiencing sharp pain in my chest and general body aches, particularly in my shoulders and lower back, which leaves me feeling fatigued all day. From February 10 to February 26, I recorded that my calves cramp two to three times a night (about th...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, Xiuyu! There are many causes of soreness and fatigue, such as intense exercise and work-related exhaustion. Cramps may also result from overexertion during physical activity. I recommend visiting a family medicine or internal medicine clinic to check for any underlying med...

Is Your Diet for Diabetes and Kidney Health Missing Key Nutrients?

What nutrients need to be supplemented with this diet? Hello, my mother-in-law has been diabetic for over 10 years. Recently, she had to undergo amputation and is unable to move freely, which has forced her into a passive dietary control. Her daily diet consists mainly of a mix o...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, Ms. Chen! I understand the challenges of caring for a diabetes patient, and I can imagine that you have put in a lot of effort and are under considerable stress. For diabetes patients with poor kidney function, dietary restrictions can be particularly difficult, but the mo...

Best Foods and Meal Ideas for Stomach Ulcer Patients

Gastric ulcer What foods are better for patients with gastric ulcers? Can you provide examples, such as a menu?

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! The Department of Health's Food Information website provides detailed dietary guidelines for patients with gastric ulcers (a type of peptic ulcer). Here are the summarized dietary principles for your reference: **Dietary Principles for Patients with Peptic Ulcers** ...

Managing Diet for Patients with Stomach Ulcers and Peritoneal Dialysis

Gastric ulcer and peritoneal dialysis? Hello, my mother has been on long-term peritoneal dialysis. Last month, she was hospitalized due to loss of consciousness and vomiting a large amount of blood, which revealed that she had a gastric ulcer with two holes and esophageal bleedin...

Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello! Patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis do not have many dietary restrictions (it is important for kidney disease patients to avoid starfruit). For patients with gastric ulcers, the diet should only avoid irritating foods. However, since I am not aware of your exact clinic...

Managing Sodium Levels in Elderly: Dietary Tips and Kidney Health

Sodium ion Hello, my grandmother is 88 years old and has recently been experiencing general weakness. Blood tests show that her sodium levels are too low, and the doctor mentioned that this is related to kidney issues affecting her balanced diet. My grandmother often feels that h...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! During the diuretic phase of renal failure, patients experience a significant increase in urine output, which can lead to substantial losses of water, sodium, and potassium ions. It is essential to replenish these losses during this period. Additionally, if the patient is ...

Dietary Adjustments for Patients with Colostomy After Colon Surgery

Diet for patients with a colostomy should focus on maintaining a balanced and nutritious intake while considering the specific needs related to their condition. Here are some general dietary recommendations: 1. **Hydration**: Ensure adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration, ...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello Jackson! Typically, after a colostomy surgery, intravenous nutrition is initially provided. When oral intake begins, a trial of 5% dextrose solution is given. If digestion is satisfactory, elemental formulas are introduced. Elemental formulas consist of food that has been b...

How to Properly Take Vitamins and Supplements for Optimal Health

How to take vitamin supplements: evening primrose oil, B vitamins, calcium, and grape seed extract? I am currently a graduate student and preparing for a teacher certification exam, living a somewhat nomadic lifestyle. I try to go to bed by 1 AM and wake up at 8 AM. I exercise 1-...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! I suggest starting with dietary adjustments, which are quite important. Please ensure that you have regular meals and do not skip dinner (irregular eating patterns can also affect the regularity of your menstrual cycle), while consuming a lot of health supplements that you...

Will I Still Grow Taller After Age 20? Understanding Growth Potential

Will I still grow taller in the future if I am not growing now? If I exercised regularly, supplemented with calcium, and had no habit of staying up late when I was 20 years old, but still did not grow taller, does that mean I will not grow any taller? Will I still not grow taller...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Hello: Whether one can still grow taller depends on whether the growth plates in the bones have fused. If they have fused, it is unlikely that further height increase will occur. In the absence of bone data, we can engage in certain exercises (such as jumping rope, playing basket...

Essential Nutritional Guidance for Seniors with Chronic Conditions

Inquire about vitamin supplementation issues? Hello, my grandmother is 80 years old and has chronic conditions such as hypertension and osteoporosis. She is currently taking antihypertensive medication and calcium supplements. Two years ago, she underwent gallbladder removal, and...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! 1. Your grandmother has a weakened immune system, and you would like to provide her with a drink made from effervescent tablets containing Vitamin C and zinc. My suggestion is that it is appropriate to supplement with some antioxidant vitamins and minerals. I do not oppo...

Effective Weight Management Strategies for Alcohol-Related Weight Gain

Hello! How can I assist you? Hello! Currently, I am 174 cm tall and weigh 78 kg. Due to long-term alcohol consumption and lack of exercise, I have become overweight and have a significant beer belly. I have stopped eating dinner and only eat breakfast and lunch, but my weight sti...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello, A-Zai: Based on your height and weight, you are currently classified as overweight. Are you still drinking alcohol? Have you started exercising? To maintain a healthy body, we all need to put in some effort. I recommend the following: 1. Maintain a regular diet: Pay attent...

Struggling with Weight Loss: Effective Strategies Beyond Diet and Exercise

Weight loss I eat very little. I exercise three days a week, for an hour each time, doing yoga. I have taken weight loss pills, but most of them have been ineffective and have side effects. I have also visited clinics, but nothing seems to work. I don't know what to do.

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Mei: Based on your exercise levels, it seems that you are exercising enough. However, you should also consider varying your workout routines to reduce your body's adaptability and achieve weight loss results. Regarding your diet, it may be necessary to consult a profess...

Effective Nutrition Tips for Healthy Weight Gain and Breast Development

I want to gain weight? I am too thin and can't gain weight. I want to gain some weight to look better. What should I eat? Also, what should a 17-year-old eat to effectively enhance breast development? Thank you!

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! When considering weight gain, it is important to take into account the body's basal metabolic rate, activity level, dietary content, gastrointestinal absorption, and physical activity. If there are no physiological issues, difficulty gaining weight may be due to insuf...

How to Properly Combine Nutritional Supplements for Optimal Health

How to combine nutritional supplements for consumption? 1. Iron supplement with enhanced formula for blood nourishment 2. L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) + Vitamin E tablets 3. Grape seed extract Vitamin C tablets 4. Collagen PLUS tablets 5. Coenzyme Q10 capsules How shoul...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello: Generally, healthy adults who follow a balanced and nutritious diet do not need to supplement with any nutritional supplements. If dietary adjustments are necessary due to health conditions, it is best to provide relevant test reports to a nutritionist for appropriate diet...

How to Boost Your Platelet Count Through Diet

Thrombocytopenia Hello: My platelet count is approximately 120,000/μL, which is below the normal range (150,000/μL to 400,000/μL). I do not experience any discomfort. What dietary recommendations do you have to help increase my platelet count? Thank you!

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, unless diagnosed by a physician with thrombocytopenia (generally defined as a platelet count <100,000), it is also important to monitor for any other abnormal indices. The primary function of platelets is to assist in blood coagulation. If there are no other abnormaliti...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Tips for Managing Stubborn Weight Gain

How to lose weight? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you something. Recently, my eating habits have not changed, but my weight has suddenly increased significantly. Regardless of whether I eat less or increase my exercise, my weight continues to rise, especially in my lower bod...

Dr. Liu Yulai Reply:
Hello! Exercise combined with dietary control is currently the mainstream approach to weight management, and it is usually effective. If weight loss is not occurring, it may be due to consuming the wrong types of food or other metabolic reasons. Dietary adjustments should take in...

Essential Dietary Tips for Diabetic Patients After Heart Attack

What are the precautions for patients with diabetes and myocardial infarction? Hello! I would like to ask about my dad who has diabetes (50 years old) and recently underwent cardiac catheterization due to an acute myocardial infarction. One artery is still blocked, and he has dia...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! In the case of acute myocardial infarction, the most important aspect is to reduce the burden on the heart. Dietary adjustments should primarily focus on a low-calorie diet, approximately 1200-1500 calories per day. Once the condition improves, food intake can be gradually...

How to Lose 9-12 kg in 3-4 Months: A Teen's Guide to Healthy Weight Loss

How to lose 9-12 kilograms in 3-4 months? Hello, doctor. I am a 16-year-old high school student. Since I was young, I have always been teased for being big-headed, which has made me feel quite uncomfortable. I am currently 175 cm tall and weigh 83 kg. I really want to lose 9-12 k...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! I can truly understand your desire to lose weight, but weight loss requires persistence. It involves not only dietary adjustments but also exercise, especially since you are still in a growth phase. Exercise is crucial for both weight loss and height increase. Aim to dedic...

Calculating Daily Caloric Needs for Weight Loss: A Guide

Caloric deficit for weight loss My BMI is 26.885, with a height of 172.5 cm and a weight of 80 kg. I want to reduce my weight to 64 kg in 7 months. Could you please tell me how many calories I need to consume daily for weight loss? Also, could you provide the calculation method? ...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello: Based on your height, your estimated ideal weight is approximately 58.5 to 71.5 kilograms. May I ask what type of work you are currently engaged in, as it relates to your caloric needs? If you are a light worker, it is estimated that your daily caloric intake for weight lo...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Stubborn Lower Body Fat

Weight loss? I would like to ask about my struggles with various weight loss products, but I haven't been able to lose weight, especially in my lower body. Is this issue related to my daily eating and lifestyle habits? I enjoy eating but don't know how to lose weight. I...

Dr. Liu Yulai Reply:
Hello Kiki, I apologize for the delay in responding to your message. Your ideal weight is 57 kilograms. Although you are slightly above that, you are still within a 10% range. The best way to lose weight is typically through a combination of diet and exercise, but this requires p...

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