Protein, Nutrition FAQ

Can Amway Health Products Support Weight Loss with High Blood Pressure?

Regarding nutritional supplements issues? Hello Dr. Tsai, I would like to ask if it is okay to consume Amway's high-quality protein powder, balanced nutritional meal in cocoa flavor, and honey lecithin powder for weight loss? Will it pose any health risks, considering I have...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! When it comes to weight loss, it's important to increase calorie expenditure and reduce calorie intake. Therefore, it's advisable to pay attention to which parts of your meals can be controlled for calorie sources, or which ones are too high in calories. I recomm...

Is Your Daily Starch Intake Too High? Nutritional Insights and Tips

Daily starch intake Hello: Since our family started drinking juices based on the dietary recommendations of Ms. Chen Yueqing, I have a question. In the mornings, we drink a beverage made from brown rice, purple rice, and nuts, and we also pair it with starchy foods like steamed b...

Dr. Huang Yuru Reply:
Hello: 1. To determine if you are consuming too many carbohydrates, you need to consider the amount you eat and drink, as well as your weight, activity level, and caloric intake. Generally, it is recommended to have 3-4 servings of staple foods for breakfast. 2. The accompanying ...

How Irregular Eating Habits Affect Nutrition and Weight Loss

Dietary issues Hello: Due to work commitments, I usually have my first meal around 3 PM (a lunch box) and my second meal at 1 AM (sandwiches). I would like to know if this eating schedule affects my nutrition. I feel that my weight hasn't decreased regardless of what I eat. ...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Physical activity requires energy, vitamins, and minerals to aid metabolism, and protein to support cell growth. If the body's nutrients are chronically insufficient, it can lead to malnutrition, which may gradually result in diseases. Irregular eating patterns can sl...

Brown Rice vs. White Rice: Which is Better for Weight Loss and Satiety?

Weight Loss Information Hello, I would like to ask if eating brown rice is healthier than eating white rice? Among white rice, brown rice, and purple rice, which one is healthier and which one provides a greater feeling of satiety for weight loss? Currently, I eat at a buffet, co...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Xin Xin, you have many questions, and they are quite complex. 1. Brown rice contains more fiber and is richer in nutrients, so it is recommended to eat brown rice. Purple rice is also highly nutritious and can be a substitute for white rice. 2. That meal is approximately ...

Kidney Health Breakfast: Nutritional Tips for Managing Diabetes and High Potassium

Kidney disease breakfast Hello, doctor. Regarding my father, who has issues with creatinine, diabetes, and high potassium levels, can he drink milk for breakfast? Should he replace breakfast with starchy foods? Is rice flour suitable for him? I am an overseas student and it'...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! If your father has diabetic nephropathy and elevated potassium levels, it is not recommended to consume regular milk or fresh milk. It is advised to ensure adequate caloric intake, aiming for 30 calories per kilogram of body weight. Protein intake should be restricted base...

Essential Dietary Guidelines for Managing Kidney Disease and Diabetes

Diet for Kidney Disease Hello Dr. Tsai, my father has kidney disease and currently has elevated creatinine levels, diabetes, and high potassium. What dietary recommendations can you provide to ensure he receives comprehensive nutrition? He has not yet started dialysis.

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Regarding your father's condition, it appears to be diabetic nephropathy. If potassium levels are high, the kidney function may be at stage 3B to 4. I recommend focusing on several key points: 1. Try to keep blood pressure, blood sugar, and blood lipids within ideal...

Post-Surgery Nutrition Guide for Wound Healing After Debridement

Diet After Debridement Surgery Dear enthusiastic nutritionist, My wife (36 years old) underwent debridement surgery due to severe mastitis. After the surgery, the tissue may still be inflamed and there is the presence of pus and blood, so she currently has an open wound that has...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear Mr. Lai, Greetings! I recommend that your wife currently follow a high-protein, high-calorie diet while avoiding irritating foods. It is also important to ensure adequate intake of dietary fiber and fluids. High-protein, high-calorie foods can promote wound healing, and pro...

Can I Take Super B Complex and Vitamin E with Gout?

Lecithin Super B Complex and Vitamin E Tablets? I have gout and I take the Lactic Beauty Super B Complex and Vitamin E every morning. Will this cause vitamin overdose? The doses of the B vitamins in the Super B Complex exceed the daily intake by 2000-3000%, but my gout has improv...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! Supplementing with B vitamins and vitamin E is not only unhelpful for gout but may also pose health risks due to excessive intake from high doses. It is recommended that gout patients avoid alcohol, high-fat foods, and excessive protein intake, and increase their water con...

Cholesterol and Eggs: How Often Can You Eat Eggs with High Cholesterol?

Cholesterol & Eggs Hello, I would like to ask why individuals with high cholesterol levels in health check-ups should not eat eggs every day, considering that low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is the "bad" cholesterol and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) is the "good...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear QQ, Hello! The human body has two main sources of cholesterol. A significant portion is synthesized by the body, particularly in the liver. The other source is dietary intake, which can influence the liver's cholesterol production to some extent. Cholesterol in food is...

Health Risks of a Limited Vegetarian Diet: A Teen's Guide to Nutrition

Vegetarianism Issues I am currently 15 years old and will have been vegetarian for two years next month. However, I was very picky as a child and almost never ate vegetables (I don't like the taste of vegetables). Currently, I eat a very limited diet, such as fried rice and ...

Dr. Jiang Yu Reply:
First of all, I am curious whether you are male or female, and what your body type is—are you overweight or underweight? Do you experience constipation? During puberty, it is generally recommended to consume 4 to 6 bowls of whole grains, 2 cups of dairy, 4 to 5 servings of protei...

Understanding Placenta Powder: Ingredients and Effects on Babies

Television advertisement Hello, I would like to ask about something I saw in a television commercial called placental powder. What are its ingredients, and will it have any effects on babies? Thank you.

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! I'm not sure which type of placenta powder you are referring to. Please check the packaging to see if it is labeled as a food or a drug. If it is labeled as food, be sure to look for the basic food labeling requirements, such as the name, ingredients, nutritional info...

Understanding Maternal Milk Powder: Ingredients and Recommendations

Questions about infant formula? Hello, I have a question. My wife is currently about 20 to 21 weeks pregnant, and I am considering buying maternal milk powder for her. I would like to know what the ingredients of the maternal milk powder sold in pharmacies are, and is there a req...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, Yide! The expectant mother is currently in the second trimester of her pregnancy, a period during which the fetus grows rapidly and weight gain becomes more noticeable. During this time, mothers should increase their intake of calories, protein, vitamin C, vitamin D, magne...

Is Weight Loss Causing My Fatigue? Tips for Healthy Weight Management

Can weight loss lead to mental fatigue? After the New Year, my main methods for weight loss are: 1. Exercise (walking 10,000 steps daily) 2. Changing lifestyle habits (sitting up straight and engaging the core and arms while standing) 3. Reducing carbohydrate intake (from 5 bowls...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
The rate of weight loss seems reasonable, but fatigue may be caused by several factors: 1. A sudden increase in exercise intensity 2. Inadequate nutritional intake 3. Increased work demands 4. Irregular sleep patterns. It is important to identify the underlying causes and make ad...

Post-Ovarian Tumor Surgery: Vegan Diet Tips for Recovery

Postoperative dietary management for ovarian tumor resection (vegetarian) Hello, my mother recently underwent surgery to remove a tumor from her right ovary, along with the right ovary itself. She is a vegetarian, and I would like to ask for recommendations on how to recover and ...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! After ovarian tumor removal surgery, if your mother does not have any nutritional deficiencies, a balanced diet will suffice. However, if her nutritional status is poor or her post-operative intake is inadequate, it is essential to focus on increasing protein-rich foods. T...

Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Insights for Diabetics and Nutrition

About Diabetes Hello Dietitian Tsai: I apologize for bothering you again. I have been checking my blood sugar levels 3-4 times a day and controlling my diet while losing weight; I currently weigh 84 kg (originally 102 kg). Occasionally, my postprandial blood sugar levels are betw...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Blood sugar levels are influenced by many factors. Consuming too many peanuts may also be a contributing factor to blood sugar changes. However, it is important to consider other aspects of your health, such as sleep quality, whether you have a cold, or any other infections, as t...

Essential Dietary Tips for Managing Diabetes: Fiber-Rich Foods and Meal Planning

Dietary Considerations for Diabetes Could you please tell me how much sugar is in 100 grams of high-fiber foods like steamed buns and bread, what ingredients are used in high-fiber foods, and how to best combine them in three meals? Thank you.

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu! High-fiber steamed buns and bread are generally made from ingredients like oats, brown rice, and germ, which contain a higher amount of dietary fiber. However, each manufacturer has different recipes. Typically, around 100 grams contains about 200-300 calories and...

Understanding Blood Sugar Fluctuations in Diabetes Management

About diabetes? Hello Dietitian Tsai: First, thank you for your response on September 5th. My weight has decreased from 97 kg to 91 kg. Over the past 20 days, I have been controlling my diet and monitoring my blood sugar daily, which has mostly remained normal. However, there wer...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! According to your blood glucose monitoring records, your fasting blood glucose levels are normal, but your postprandial blood glucose levels on 9/16 and 9/18 were elevated. Generally, factors that influence postprandial blood glucose include: 1. Pre-meal blood glucose (you...

Managing Early Diabetes: Nutrition Tips and Lemon Water Benefits

About diabetes? Hello, Dietitian Tsai: Thank you for your response on September 25th. On the day my blood sugar was high, I was feeling very fatigued (due to insomnia the night before). Could this have caused my elevated blood sugar? The cardiologist mentioned that I am in the ea...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! For prediabetes, it is recommended to maintain a regular high-fiber, low-fat diet. However, based on your eating habits, it seems that your breakfast and lunch often lack protein sources, which can lead to low energy levels and increased hunger during the day. I suggest in...

Managing Diet for Hypertension, Diabetes, and Fatty Liver: Expert Advice

Diet for the Three Highs (Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Hello, Dietitian Tsai: I have high blood pressure, proteinuria, and dyslipidemia. I am currently on medication for fatty liver. I was diagnosed with early-stage diabetes two days ago (pre-meal blood sugar 130, hemoglobin A1c...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Turmeric contains curcumin, which is an antioxidant. In recent years, there have been some studies related to turmeric and its antioxidant properties. The "three highs" refer to a metabolic syndrome characterized by high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high...

Exploring the Benefits of Mushrooms for Cancer Patients' Nutrition

Various types of mushrooms Hello, I would like to ask about the various types of mushrooms mentioned in the book "Fighting Cancer is Like Losing Weight" published by Kang Hsuan. It states that mushrooms are a great source of nutrition for cancer patients and that their ...

Dr. Huang Yuru Reply:
Hello, it is well known that mushrooms contain a variety of nutrients, with nucleic acids being the most abundant among all foods. Since mushrooms belong to the vegetable category of the six major food groups, the nutritional components (vitamins, minerals, and fiber) in similar ...

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