Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Relieve Sciatica Pain
Anti-inflammatory foods Hello, doctor! I have been suffering from sciatica for a month. Now my nerves are inflamed, and my entire leg hurts to the point that I can't walk. Could you please recommend anti-inflammatory foods? Thank you.
Dr. Zhang Huangyu Reply:
You can choose whole grains (such as brown rice, oatmeal, etc.) as your main source of carbohydrates. The rich B vitamins in these foods can help support the nervous system. Additionally, the phytochemicals and vitamin C found in fruits and vegetables, along with the omega-3 fatt...[Read More] Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Relieve Sciatica Pain
Understanding High Cholesterol: Nutrition Tips for Better Health
Total (bad) cholesterol spikes? Hello, Nutritionist Director! Here are my blood test results: Total cholesterol: 302, High-density lipoprotein (HDL): 133, Low-density lipoprotein (LDL): 166, Triglycerides: 114, Blood glucose/HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin): 77/5.5. My height is 160 c...
Dr. Zhang Huangyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you first register for a physician's outpatient consultation at a medical facility. After receiving diagnosis and treatment, you can then proceed to the nutrition consultation clinic. The dietitian will create an accurate plan and recommendation...[Read More] Understanding High Cholesterol: Nutrition Tips for Better Health
Understanding Magnesium: Its Role in Mental Health and Anxiety
Minerals. Magnesium? Recently, I came across information about magnesium. The data suggests that magnesium deficiency can lead to depression and anxiety. Does this mean that if someone is deficient in magnesium, they will definitely develop these conditions, or is it simply that ...
Dr. Zhang Huangyu Reply:
The human body requires various nutrients, each with its primary functions. Generally speaking, if the diet is unbalanced and leads to a deficiency in a particular nutrient, the function associated with that nutrient may be affected to varying degrees. Fortunately, through years ...[Read More] Understanding Magnesium: Its Role in Mental Health and Anxiety
Can High-Dose Vitamins Help with Sleep and Immunity Issues?
Nutritional Consultation Hello, I have been experiencing issues such as insomnia, joint pain, and a weakened immune system. I was sold a bottle of high-dose vitamins containing 1500 mcg of Vitamin A, 125 mcg (5000 IU) of Vitamin D3, and 500 mcg of Vitamin K2. After researching on...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, regarding the intake of nutrients, you can refer to the revised eighth edition of the Recommended Dietary Allowances and Tolerable Upper Intake Levels published by the National Health Administration for evaluating your intake levels. (For details, please visit the National...[Read More] Can High-Dose Vitamins Help with Sleep and Immunity Issues?
Can Elderly Patients on Blood Thinners Safely Consume Honey?
Can I consume honey while taking anticoagulants? My father, who is 92 years old, is taking LIXIANA FC TAB 30MG (edoxaban) to prevent non-valvular atrial fibrillation combined with congestive heart failure and hypertension. I would like to know if it is safe to give him honey, and...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, regarding the interaction between LIXIANA FC TAB 30MG and food, it is advisable to consult a pharmacist. As for honey, if there are issues with diabetes, it is important to control the total amount of carbohydrates. One tablespoon of honey (20 grams) contains approximately...[Read More] Can Elderly Patients on Blood Thinners Safely Consume Honey?
Helping a 65-Year-Old Woman with Diabetes and Post-Cholecystectomy Appetite Issues
A 65-year-old woman with mild diabetes, who underwent gallbladder removal nearly three years ago, is experiencing a lack of appetite and diminished taste sensation? Hello Doctor: My mother is 65 years old and has had mild diabetes for over three years. She underwent gallbladder r...
Dr. Fan Chunmei Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that your mother return to her original diabetes physician for consultation. The physician can adjust her medication based on her blood sugar levels to maintain stability. If dietary advice or issues with appetite are needed, all hospitals have nutrition ...[Read More] Helping a 65-Year-Old Woman with Diabetes and Post-Cholecystectomy Appetite Issues
Understanding Low HDL and LDL Cholesterol Levels: Causes and Solutions
Low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and low levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol? Hello, I previously had a health check-up, and the results showed that my high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol is low at 40 mg/dL, and my low-density lipopr...
Dr. Zhang Huangyu Reply:
It is recommended that you return for a follow-up appointment for further diagnosis by your physician and to receive treatment. If there are no pathological reasons, you can make the following adjustments in your lifestyle and diet to improve your condition: 1. Pay attention to w...[Read More] Understanding Low HDL and LDL Cholesterol Levels: Causes and Solutions
Should You See a Doctor for High Cholesterol After Diet Changes?
Blood test My health check report from last September showed a total cholesterol level of 272. My height and weight are approximately 155 cm and 48 kg. I have consulted with a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, who advised me to adjust my diet, and I have also been exercising. ...
Dr. Zhang Huangyu Reply:
It is recommended that you first visit an internal medicine clinic for a comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis by a physician. If dietary adjustments are necessary, the physician can refer you to a nutrition consultation clinic, where a dietitian will provide tailored advice bas...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for High Cholesterol After Diet Changes?
Managing Weight Gain at 15: Nutrition Tips for Healthy Growth
Weight has been continuously increasing? Hello, nutritionist: I am currently 15 years old and will be 16 soon. I have been consuming around 2500 calories daily as per previous nutritional advice, but my weight has been continuously increasing recently. I am concerned that eating ...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Weight gain is primarily influenced by excessive caloric intake. Some foods may seem like they are not consumed in large quantities, but they can actually be quite high in calories. It is recommended that you visit a nutrition consultation clinic to have a dietitian assess...[Read More] Managing Weight Gain at 15: Nutrition Tips for Healthy Growth
How to Manage Growth and Weight Issues in Teenagers
Height and Weight Issues I am currently in the third year of junior high and about to enter high school. Recently, my height growth has slowed down, and I have a severe leg strain that limits my ability to exercise. I usually walk to school, which takes about 15 minutes at a bris...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Given your current injury situation, you need to rest until the strain heals before returning to play. However, you can engage in resistance training to help maintain muscle mass and burn calories, such as using dumbbells, pull-ups, and sit-ups for about 30 minutes daily. ...[Read More] How to Manage Growth and Weight Issues in Teenagers
Healthy Eating Tips for Pregnant Women: Managing Weight Gain
Weight of Pregnant Women Hello, I would like to ask about nutrition for my wife, who is currently in her second trimester of pregnancy. Her breakfast consists of a half egg pancake with milk, lunch is a bowl of white rice, sometimes with savory porridge, and in the evening, she s...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! During the second trimester of pregnancy, it is generally recommended to increase caloric intake by 300 calories. I'm not sure if your wife's food intake has changed since becoming pregnant, but nutritional advice during pregnancy emphasizes a diverse diet, parti...[Read More] Healthy Eating Tips for Pregnant Women: Managing Weight Gain
Is It Safe to Lose Weight at 15? Understanding Growth and Nutrition
Weight loss help Hello, doctor: This year, I am in the third year of junior high school, 167.5 cm tall and weigh 58 kg. Although my BMI is normal, I would like to reduce my weight to 50 kg. Is this an appropriate age for weight loss? When is the time I can stop growing, and what ...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! I want to weigh 50 kilograms, but that's just a number; what you should really care about is your body shape! For example, your arms could be a bit slimmer, and your thighs could be a bit thinner, etc. During the growth and development period, it's important to h...[Read More] Is It Safe to Lose Weight at 15? Understanding Growth and Nutrition
How to Gain Weight Healthily: Tips for Teens with Low BMI
I am too thin? I am 15 years old, almost 16, and I am a freshman in high school. My BMI is only 14; I am 175.5 cm tall but weigh only 45.8 kg. I do not have any dietary restrictions and eat three regular meals a day. I have been very thin since childhood, but during my three year...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, if you are unable to gain weight, it is important to consider whether your caloric intake is too low, whether you are expending too much energy, or if there are any issues with digestion and absorption. It is recommended that you ensure your main meals are sufficient, with...[Read More] How to Gain Weight Healthily: Tips for Teens with Low BMI
How to Maintain Your Weight: Tips for a Healthy Diet
How to control body weight? Dr. Tsai, I am 144 cm tall and weigh 40.2 kg, giving me a BMI of 19.4. What should I eat to maintain my weight at 40 kg? This is my biggest concern.
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! At your young age, if your lifestyle and diet are regular, your weight should not fluctuate rapidly. To maintain weight, it is essential to balance calorie intake with calorie expenditure. However, certain health conditions, such as thyroid issues, can affect weight mainte...[Read More] How to Maintain Your Weight: Tips for a Healthy Diet
Calorie Calculation and Portion Guide for Effective Weight Loss
I would like to request a food calorie calculation and portion size chart? I apologize, but I would like to request a food calorie calculation and portion guide, as well as a weight loss meal plan. My weight is 47 kg and my height is 154 cm. My boyfriend's height is 168 cm a...
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello! If you would like to obtain information about food calories and portion sizes, you can directly visit the nutrition consultation page for diabetes on the website of the Miaoli Hospital under the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Your height is 154 cm and your weight is 47 kg...[Read More] Calorie Calculation and Portion Guide for Effective Weight Loss
Understanding Blood Sugar Levels and Dietary Guidance from Nutritionist Tsai
Thank you, Dietitian Tsai? Hello, Dietitian Tsai: Today I returned to the cardiology department to review my blood test results. My fasting blood glucose is 96 mg/dL and my hemoglobin A1c is 5.5% (three months ago, my fasting blood glucose was 130 mg/dL and my hemoglobin A1c was ...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello. Currently, the diagnostic criteria for diabetes in the country include: 1. Fasting blood glucose levels exceeding 126 mg/dL on two occasions, 2. Random blood glucose levels exceeding 200 mg/dL, 3. Hemoglobin A1c exceeding 6.5%. Therefore, since both of your blood test resu...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels and Dietary Guidance from Nutritionist Tsai
Understanding Acidic Body Conditions and the Milk Debate
Acidic constitution and milk issues? Hello, nutritionist. I have issues with an acidic body constitution, and there are many suggestions online for improving this condition. I'm unsure about their accuracy, so I would like to ask the doctor how I should change my diet, espec...
Dr. Lu Guanqi Reply:
Hello, the human body has an acid-base regulation system, so strictly speaking, there is no distinction of "acidic or alkaline constitution." What can be differentiated is the "acid-base nature" of foods. Foods that contain a higher amount of cations, such as ...[Read More] Understanding Acidic Body Conditions and the Milk Debate
Nutrition Questions: Balancing Diet, Fiber Intake, and Weight Loss
Questions about diet? Hello, I apologize for the lengthy questions and descriptions. In high school, I had a very picky diet primarily consisting of fast food (even with hamburgers, I only ate the meat, bread, and cheese). I completely avoided vegetables except for dumplings, and...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Based on your height, your ideal weight is approximately 63.5 kg +/- 6 kg. To achieve a daily intake of 25 grams of dietary fiber, you need to consume more than 300 grams of vegetables daily, along with two servings of fruit, and include whole grain staples such as brown r...[Read More] Nutrition Questions: Balancing Diet, Fiber Intake, and Weight Loss
Effective Weight Loss Strategies for College Students with High BMI
I want to lose weight? I have measured my BMI and it is 28, which classifies me as obese. I have always wanted to lose weight, but I often feel powerless to do so. As I get older, my metabolism slows down, and I am afraid I won't be able to lose weight. My biggest concern is...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, Ziyu! Eating out is currently the biggest dietary issue, but there are solutions. The school should provide three meals a day, which typically include vegetables. However, the cooking methods may be a bit greasy. I recommend filling your plate to about 80% with rice and in...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies for College Students with High BMI
Essential Supplements for Managing Acid Reflux and Anemia
What nutritional supplements should be taken for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Hello, nutritionist: I heard that for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), it's important to supplement with B vitamins, vitamin C, and probiotics. Since I am vegetarian, anemic, and ...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! It is easier to experience a deficiency in vitamin B12 when following a vegetarian diet. As for vitamin C, if you consume an adequate amount of vegetables and fruits, you should not be significantly deficient. Probiotics can be beneficial for individuals with Helicobacter ...[Read More] Essential Supplements for Managing Acid Reflux and Anemia