Obesity, Nutrition FAQ - Page 4

How to start losing weight? Hello, teacher: I am 171 cm tall and weigh 85 kg, but my body type should be classified as muscular because I have loved sports since childhood and have been away from school for three years. However, when I pinch my flesh, it feels extremely firm. I’v...

Localized obesity Hello, Nutritionist Liu: I am 173 cm tall and weigh 60 kg. Although I appear slim, I have noticeable excess fat around my abdomen and the sides of my waist. How can I reduce fat in these areas while maintaining a healthy weight? Additionally, I would like to kno...

What is the pH value of bile acids? What is the pH value of bile acids? Is it 8-9? If so, why are they called acids? Can dietary treatment be used for gallstones? Thank you.

Nutritional Counseling Hello, nutritionist. I have a few questions to ask you. 1. Can most fruits and vegetables be blended together? If the taste is too mild, is it acceptable to add some rock sugar? Are there any other contraindications? If I drink one cup a day, is it better...

Could you please provide more details or specify your question? My friend has osteoporosis. The doctor told her to adjust her diet. She asked me to inquire which of the five cooking methods—steaming, boiling, pan-frying, stir-frying, or baking—preserves calcium in food the best. ...

Abdominal obesity Hello, nutritionist. I am currently a sophomore in high school, with a height of 169 cm and a weight of 61 kg. I am not considered overweight, but I have significant abdominal fat, which is not just a typical protruding belly but rather a round beer belly. I do ...

Does Dr. Tsai provide consultations at Nantou Hospital? Dr. Tsai, do you provide consultations at Nantou Hospital, and are you able to design weight loss meal plans for patients?

Is this weight loss method too extreme? Hello Dr. Tsai, I am 19 years old, currently weighing 56 kg (down to 54 kg). My body shape resembles a pear (with an extremely overweight lower body), but my upper body is very thin, making it difficult for me to find jeans that fit. My c...

Dietary Control for Stroke For individuals who are overweight, have diabetes, hypertension, and have recently experienced a small blood vessel rupture in the brain, dietary control and maintenance are crucial. Here are some recommendations: 1. **Balanced Diet**: Focus on a well-...

The therapeutic effects of vinegar-soaked raisins? What are the health benefits of vinegar-soaked raisins? There is an article online about this; is it accurate? Raisins are the best ally against diseases and free radicals. In today's world, raisins are a common food item. U...

Can I eat pumpkin after cancer surgery? Hello! Last month, my father underwent surgery to remove a tumor due to oral cancer, and he is currently recovering at home. I was planning to make pumpkin soup for him, but he heard somewhere that "pumpkin should not be consumed after...

Moderately obese individuals Hello! My weight is 85 kg and my height is 165 cm, which exceeds the ideal range. I would like to ask if Taipei Hospital offers weight loss programs. If so, how can a first-time patient participate? Also, does being moderately obese lead to certain he...

How to make acne and acne scars disappear? I am a middle school student, and I have been troubled by acne for a long time. I don't know what to do. Although many people have told me methods to deal with it, I feel that none of them work. Is it related to obesity?

Eating before bedtime It is generally advised not to eat anything within four hours before bedtime. However, if you feel very sleepy after two or three hours and cannot stay awake for the full four hours before sleeping, what should you do?

How can I improve my mother's diet? Dear Nutritionist, My mother is a middle-aged woman in her early 50s who has long struggled with an unhealthy diet and habits, leading to obesity and hypertension (she is approximately 156 cm tall and weighs between 85 to 90 kg). Everyone...

I would like to inquire about weight gain issues? Hello, Nutritionist Hu: I would like to ask, I am currently about 168 cm tall but weigh only 46 to 49 kg, which is too thin. I really want to gain weight to reach a normal weight, at least a little more would be good. So I would l...

Obesity? I was told today that I am overweight, and it really doesn't feel good. My height is about 159 cm and my weight is around 56 kg. When I look in the mirror, I do seem quite heavy. My goal isn't to be very thin, just to be of average weight. However, I often feel...

It's been a year... still no improvement? I have six months until I turn 15, but I am still 160 cm tall. Sometimes I drink milk, and sometimes I don't. I play basketball 2-3 days a week, but sometimes I stay up all night watching TV. I want to know how I can grow to 175...

Is this way of eating acceptable? Hello, Doctor. I am currently on a weight loss journey. I often eat the black sugar pineapple bun from a convenience store, paired with beer yeast yogurt. Is that okay? I take 2-3 bites of white rice during my meals, but I eat a lot of vegetables...

Lower body obesity & dietary issues I am currently a third-year junior high school student. Since kindergarten, I have been attending cram schools. I spend the entire day in school and then have to sit in a cram school for the whole evening, which often leads to lower body ob...