Can Peritoneal Dialysis Patients Eat Konjac?
Konjac Can patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis consume konjac products?
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! There are no specific restrictions on consuming konjac foods for peritoneal dialysis patients. However, peritoneal dialysis requires a higher protein intake compared to standard hemodialysis, approximately 1.3 to 1.5 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Other diet...[Read More] Can Peritoneal Dialysis Patients Eat Konjac?
Navigating Protein Intake: Concerns for Liver Health and Kidney Function
The issue of protein? Hello, I am currently taking a high-protein health supplement from a certain brand, which indicates a daily protein intake of about 8 grams. I have hepatitis, and my GPT levels have recently risen to around 120 (the ultrasound is normal, but there is inflamm...
Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello: 1. The dietary recommendations for hepatitis are similar to a normal balanced diet, unless there is poor appetite or difficulty eating, in which case there is no need to supplement with high-protein health foods. 2. Pure protein contains no cholesterol; after metabolism in...[Read More] Navigating Protein Intake: Concerns for Liver Health and Kidney Function
Post-Surgery Care: Nutrition Tips for Necrotizing Fasciitis Recovery
Postoperative care following debridement and drainage surgery for necrotizing fasciitis? Hello, my father recently underwent debridement and drainage surgery for necrotizing fasciitis. Are there any specific dietary considerations to keep in mind post-surgery? Additionally, what ...
Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello: 1. Postoperative diet should be based on a balanced diet, which means daily intake of six major food groups: grains and tubers, dairy products, meat, fish, eggs, legumes, vegetables, fruits, and fats. For recommended amounts of a balanced diet for adults, you can refer t...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care: Nutrition Tips for Necrotizing Fasciitis Recovery
Struggling with Weight Loss: A 19-Year-Old's Journey to Health
I really want to successfully lose weight? Hello, Dr. Hsieh: I just turned 19 this year, and my height is 160 cm. My weight has increased from 46 kg in the first year of junior high to 55 kg now. This summer, I decided to lose weight (because two friends I haven't seen in a ...
Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Rain: Your height is 160 cm, and the standard weight range is between 48 to 58 kg. Your weight falls within the ideal range (typically, being over 10% above the ideal weight is considered overweight). If you want to lose weight, it is best to engage in aerobic exercises to boost ...[Read More] Struggling with Weight Loss: A 19-Year-Old's Journey to Health
Understanding Carbohydrates: A Guide for Patients with Nephrotic Syndrome
What are carbohydrates? Hello, nutritionist. I have nephrotic syndrome and my albumin level is very low, only 2.7. I need to control my protein intake, but reference materials indicate that adequate caloric intake is also necessary to prevent further protein loss. I usually consu...
Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Xiao Hua: Hello! For patients with nephrotic syndrome, a high-protein diet can increase the amount of protein excreted in the urine, worsening proteinuria. Therefore, protein intake should be controlled. Adequate calories should come from fats and carbohydrates (also known as sug...[Read More] Understanding Carbohydrates: A Guide for Patients with Nephrotic Syndrome
Nutrition Guide for Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, and Anemia
Individuals with renal failure, hypertension, anemia, duodenal ulcers, and dyslipidemia may be unsure about the appropriate dietary choices? Hello, Dr. Tsai! I am a patient with chronic kidney failure, hypertension, anemia (hemoglobin 7), duodenal ulcer, and dyslipidemia. I am un...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, the dietary needs for chronic kidney failure vary significantly based on individual circumstances. However, the general principle is to ensure adequate nutrition to reduce the deterioration of kidney function. Additionally, it is important to control protein intake and adj...[Read More] Nutrition Guide for Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, and Anemia
Essential Dietary Guidelines for Managing Diabetes and Kidney Disease
Diet for Kidney Disease I would like to ask: My mother has had diabetes for 25 years, developed hypertension two years ago, and has had kidney disease for the past six months. Her blood sugar level is 200 mg/dL (fasting), blood pressure is 150 mmHg, B.U.N. is 35 mg/dL, and creati...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
The doctor's advice is generally correct. In individuals with long-standing diabetes, some complications may gradually appear, with diabetic nephropathy being one of them. The dietary principles for diabetes emphasize low salt, low sugar, and low fat. Adhering to these dieta...[Read More] Essential Dietary Guidelines for Managing Diabetes and Kidney Disease
Understanding Brown Rice Calories: Is It for Uncooked Rice?
Brown rice calories Calorie inquiry result: Brown rice 100g = 345 calories. Does this refer to uncooked brown rice? Thank you.
Dr. Hu Yuqing Reply:
Hello: According to the food exchange list: 20g of rice cooks into 50g of cooked rice, which contains 70 calories, 2g of protein, and 15g of carbohydrates. For 100g of rice, it yields 250g of cooked rice with 350 calories. The data I found indicates that 100g of brown rice has 34...[Read More] Understanding Brown Rice Calories: Is It for Uncooked Rice?
Post-Appendectomy Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid for Recovery
Postoperative Diet for Acute Appendicitis Hello doctor, after undergoing surgery for acute appendicitis, how many weeks should I pay attention to my diet? Could you provide examples of which foods to eat more of and which foods to avoid? Thank you.
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello! After surgery for acute appendicitis, there are no specific food restrictions to follow, nor are there particular foods that need to be consumed in excess. However, to promote wound healing, it is advisable to increase the intake of protein-rich foods (such as fish, meat, ...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid for Recovery
Can Vitamins Help You Gain Weight? Tips for Healthy Weight Gain
Using vitamins to gain weight? I have been underweight since childhood, standing 170 cm tall and weighing only 44 kg. No matter how much I eat, I can't gain weight. Although I am not ill or unhealthy, I really hope to gain some weight. My usual diet is normal, and I have a g...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! You should indeed consider gaining weight; however, the function of vitamins is to sustain life, promote growth, and regulate essential substances for metabolism, such as proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates. They are not nutrients that produce calories or serve as building...[Read More] Can Vitamins Help You Gain Weight? Tips for Healthy Weight Gain
Understanding Albumin and Whey Protein for SLE and Kidney Health
Albumin & Whey Protein Hello, I am a patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and I also have nephrotic syndrome and hyperlipidemia with a cholesterol level of 280 and an albumin level of 2.8. I am currently taking albumin tablets. I would like to know if this is effe...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Milk protein consists of approximately 80% casein and 20% whey protein. Whey protein is composed of five types of proteins, with β-lactoglobulin being the most abundant at about 50%, containing a free thiol group, which is one of the sources of the flavor in heated milk. T...[Read More] Understanding Albumin and Whey Protein for SLE and Kidney Health
Can Nutritional Supplements Claim Therapeutic Effects Without Approval?
Can dietary supplements claim to have therapeutic effects? Hello, I would like to ask about many protein supplements that claim to "treat" osteoporosis, bone spurs, and arthritis, and also claim to be approved by the FDA in the United States, yet lack the approval numbe...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! The food registration number from the Department of Health is merely a reference number for correspondence. The Department of Health adopts a self-management approach for general food products. Food itself serves only to provide nutrients and cannot claim any therapeutic e...[Read More] Can Nutritional Supplements Claim Therapeutic Effects Without Approval?
Post-Gastrectomy Nutrition: Essential Guidelines for Recovery and Chemotherapy
Diet after gastric surgery? I have a few questions for a nutritionist. My mother is 53 years old and recently underwent surgery for stomach cancer, leaving her with only 1/4 of her stomach. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy. 1. What foods should my mother eat to better a...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello: For patients who have undergone more than two-thirds of a gastrectomy, approximately 10-20% may experience discomfort symptoms such as abdominal distension, nausea, cramping, diarrhea, dizziness, weakness, increased pulse, and cold sweats about 10-15 minutes after consumin...[Read More] Post-Gastrectomy Nutrition: Essential Guidelines for Recovery and Chemotherapy
Best Low-Purine Foods for Gout Patients to Boost Blood Health
How can gout patients replenish their blood? Doctor: Hello everyone. I would like to inquire about a male patient who recently sought medical attention for gout but neglected an ulcer, resulting in acute bleeding. His hemoglobin was only 8.5, and his blood pressure once dropped t...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! I am not sure if this gentleman is still hospitalized or if he has received a blood transfusion. Generally speaking, in cases of anemia caused by significant blood loss, the primary focus should be on addressing the bleeding issue. It is important to monitor the site and c...[Read More] Best Low-Purine Foods for Gout Patients to Boost Blood Health
Does Microwaving Fresh Milk Change Its Nutritional Value?
Does the nutritional content of fresh milk change after being heated in a microwave? As per the topic, please clarify your question.
Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello: Whether microwaving fresh milk will destroy its nutrients depends on the time and intensity of the microwaving. Generally speaking, high-temperature environments can damage the proteins and some vitamins in fresh milk. Wishing you a safe and pleasant autumn.[Read More] Does Microwaving Fresh Milk Change Its Nutritional Value?
Dietary Tips for Managing Hyperthyroidism: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Dietary Therapy for Thyroid Diseases My boyfriend has thyroid disease, seemingly hyperthyroidism. What dietary therapies can help alleviate the worsening of his condition, and what foods should he try to avoid? Additionally, will smoking and drinking alcohol have any impact?
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! In cases of hyperthyroidism, it is important to provide adequate protein and caloric intake in the diet. If the individual is underweight, a strategy of eating small, frequent meals is recommended. Stimulants such as coffee, tea, alcohol, and tobacco should be avoided. Add...[Read More] Dietary Tips for Managing Hyperthyroidism: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Can Drinking Vinegar Help Manage Gout? Key Considerations to Know
Gout Hello, Doctor: Gout is a chronic condition, and I've heard that drinking vinegar can help improve an acidic body condition to a more neutral state. Are there any precautions I should be aware of when using vinegar to improve my body condition? Thank you.
Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Xiaohua: Gout is a metabolic disease characterized by the excessive accumulation of a nitrogen-containing substance called purine. This can occur due to overproduction in the body or from the consumption of foods rich in nucleoproteins. Therefore, it may be due to excessive intak...[Read More] Can Drinking Vinegar Help Manage Gout? Key Considerations to Know
Nutritional Guidance for Leukemia Patients: Essential Foods and Supplements
Nutritional supplementation for leukemia? Dear Director, My mother was diagnosed with leukemia in February of this year. Her overall health has not been very good, and her condition has worsened due to the illness. She is currently 70 years old, approximately 145 cm tall, and we...
Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Here are the dietary recommendations for your mother: 1. Adopt a frequent, small meal approach: Three main meals and three snacks. The main meals should consist of natural ingredients, ensuring daily intake from the six major food groups (dairy, grains, meat, fish, eggs,...[Read More] Nutritional Guidance for Leukemia Patients: Essential Foods and Supplements
Best Foods to Boost Low White Blood Cell Count
Leukopenia What should I eat if I have low white blood cell count?
Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello! The primary treatment for leukopenia focuses on medication. In terms of diet, increasing the intake of high-protein foods (such as milk, lean meats, soy products, eggs, etc.) can improve nutritional status and enhance the immune system, which should help in gradually incre...[Read More] Best Foods to Boost Low White Blood Cell Count
Can Pumpkin Help Manage Diabetes? Exploring Nutritional Benefits and Risks
Diabetes mellitus Hello Director Tsai: I came across a report online stating that pumpkin is beneficial for diabetes. Do the trace elements chromium and nickel found in pumpkin help with diabetes? Does the sugar in pumpkin raise blood glucose levels? Is it beneficial for diabetes...
Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Pumpkin indeed contains a variety of nutrients. In 100 grams, it has 2.4 grams of protein, 14.2 grams of carbohydrates, 1.7 grams of dietary fiber, and 574 RE of vitamin A, along with various vitamins and minerals. As a staple food, pumpkin is a good source of carbohydrate...[Read More] Can Pumpkin Help Manage Diabetes? Exploring Nutritional Benefits and Risks