Protein, Nutrition FAQ - Page 2

Red yeast rice and fish oil? Hello, Dietitian Tsai! I was recently diagnosed with an autoimmune condition known as Sjögren's syndrome. I have been taking red yeast rice with Coenzyme Q10 due to slightly elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels. However, I also wan...

Hair loss during pregnancy Hello, doctor. I am currently 15 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing significant hair loss since the early stages of my pregnancy. I have been taking prenatal vitamins. Could you please advise what I might be lacking that could be causing this hai...

How to increase white blood cells? I have rheumatoid arthritis, and long-term use of immunosuppressants has led to a decrease in my white blood cell count. From October 2021 to May 2022, my count fluctuated between 6,000 and 8,000, which was acceptable. However, since June, my co...

Muscle Gain and Fat Loss Diet / Post-Workout Nutrition and Sequence / Low-Protein Diet Weight Loss Adjustment Hello, Dietitian Fan. Recently, I have noticed an increase in my weight, and it seems that I have gained more fat than before at the same weight, primarily accumulating a...

Muscle Gain Issues (Probiotics vs. Dairy/Plant Protein) Hello Dr. Tsai, my body type is one that does not gain weight easily, with a BMI of only 17.1. I also have gastrointestinal issues and tend to experience diarrhea, so I cannot rely on consuming large amounts of meat to gain ...

Nutritional Consultation Hello doctor, I have been losing weight recently with good results. For breakfast, I eat 3 steamed eggs (with only 1.5 yolks) and half a frozen sweet potato. For lunch, I have 3 steamed eggs (with only 1.5 yolks) steamed with half a soft tofu, two types o...

Can dialysis patients take astaxanthin? Hello, I recently started dialysis and I'm concerned about nutritional deficiencies. Can I take astaxanthin (derived from algae)? Does astaxanthin have any benefits for kidney function? Thank you.

Can eating plant-based protein help someone who is underweight gain weight? Hello, my body type has difficulty gaining weight, with a BMI of around 19. While shopping at a store today, I came across commercially available plant-based protein, which claims to help increase muscle ...

How to healthily increase body fat? Hello, nutritionist. I am 161 cm tall and weigh about 43 kg. Recently, I went to a health check-up center, and the results showed that my body fat percentage is only 3%. However, since I had a colonoscopy that day, I followed a low-residue diet...

Dietary intake of protein, sodium, potassium, and phosphorus for patients with CKD stage 3a? For patients with CKD stage 3a, when it is necessary to limit protein, sodium, potassium, and phosphorus intake: 1. The sodium and potassium content in foods can be reduced by approxima...

Issues with Concurrent Use of Dietary Supplements Hello, is there any adverse interaction when taking L-arginine and L-theanine together? Are there any specific precautions to be aware of regarding these two supplements?

Can I take fish oil while on Lipitor? Hello, doctor. I have been taking one fish oil capsule daily for the past few years, and my triglyceride levels have decreased (to 35). However, my low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is still elevated (at 180). Recently, I started taki...

Post-Exercise Nutrition Guidelines Recently, I graduated from high school in early June and have been struggling with my body shape for a long time. I decided to start a weight loss plan during the break before entering university. I am gradually controlling my diet by going to b...

Can I drink probiotics if I have a stomach ulcer? Hello, doctor. 1. Can I drink probiotics like Lactobacillus and Shupao while taking medication for a gastric ulcer? 2. Is it okay to consume cold drinks or foods? 3. What should I drink or eat that would be beneficial?

Some questions regarding mineral supplements? Hello, I am 23 years old, 176 cm tall, and weigh 78 kg. Over the past two years, I have started trying weight training combined with dietary control to reduce body fat. I want to take care of my body while I'm still young and am ...

Health supplements for those with reversed day-night cycles are recommended? I would like to ask about my mother's health. She is currently 45 years old and I want to know what nutritional supplements she can take on a daily basis. Due to her work schedule, which involves ni...

Controlling postprandial blood glucose levels? Dear Director, I recently underwent a glucose tolerance test at the hospital, and the physician indicated that the results show impaired glucose tolerance, classifying me as prediabetic, and recommended dietary control. I came acros...

Nutritional Counseling Can nuts be eaten every day? The nutritional labels show that they are quite high in calories and fats. Is there a risk of consuming too much leading to heatiness or mouth ulcers? Additionally, what is the difference between long-life milk and fresh milk? M...

Protein supplementation issues? Hello, I mostly follow a vegetarian diet and would like to supplement my protein intake. However, I have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which makes it unsuitable for me to frequently consume milk. Additionally, I have adenomyosis and fibro...

Methods of Protein Intake Hello, nutritionist. I am currently 176 cm tall, weigh 73 kg, and have a body fat percentage of 25%. Due to the pandemic, my physical activity decreased, causing my weight to increase from 68 kg to 78 kg. I have now hired a personal trainer and am gradua...