Weight loss, Nutrition FAQ

Iron supplementation I often feel cold in my hands and feet and experience fatigue. After giving birth, I gained quite a bit of weight and am currently on a diet. I even feel dizzy and bloated during my menstrual period. A friend suggested that I should supplement with iron, so t...

The effect of coffee on blood sugar levels? Hello, nutritionist. I would like to ask about a question that has been bothering me. Is it advisable or not to drink black coffee on an empty stomach in the morning? I have seen various opinions; some say that long-term coffee consumpt...

Dietary intake / hair loss / high cholesterol / weight loss Hello, Doctor: Due to my shift work, I often work late night shifts and experience sleep disturbances (restless legs/headaches), which require me to sleep at least 10 hours a day. Therefore, I usually only eat two meal...

Weight gain, exercise? My weight is a bit light at 175 cm and 55 kg. Recently, I want to take some time each day to exercise. Currently, I am doing jumping jacks for 30 seconds followed by a 15-second rest, continuing for 10 minutes. Is this amount of exercise too little if done ...

Can taking enzymes lead to weight gain? Hello, I have trouble gaining weight, with a BMI of only 18. I have undergone various health checks, and my body is normal. Since I know that enzymes can aid in digestion and absorption, would supplementing enzymes after meals help increase...

Gastroesophageal reflux and weight gain? Recently, my appetite has been affected by gastroesophageal reflux disease and other conditions, resulting in a weight loss of three kilograms. I am currently 161 cm tall and weigh around 38 kg. My appetite has still not improved much, and...

I want to lose weight? Hello, nutritionist. I am currently 155.6 cm tall and weigh 52 kg. Although I am within the normal range, I still feel that I look a bit overweight. From June to September 2022, I lost weight, going from 55 kg to 47 kg, but I started eating a lot during the...

Severe depression can lead to a loss of appetite and weight loss. If you want to start trying to eat a little bit, how can you avoid regaining weight afterwards? Hello, I recently experienced severe depression, which led to a loss of appetite and weight loss. Recently, I have bee...

Prediabetes Fasting blood glucose level is 101 mg/dL and HbA1c is 6.2%. I want to ask, the family medicine doctor said to first lose weight and control my diet, aiming for a 10% weight reduction in three months before retesting blood. I have achieved the 10% weight loss but haven...

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...

Hello, nutritionist. I would like to inquire about dietary issues related to high uric acid levels? Male / 39 years old / 160 cm / 70 kg has had a long-term serum uric acid level of approximately 8.9 mg/dL for over a year. Other elevated liver function tests show values around 40...

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...

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...

Weight loss diet issues? Hello, Doctor. I have been trying to lose weight recently, but I have encountered some issues and would like to ask for your advice: 1. Can I drink ice water while trying to lose weight? I have seen conflicting information online, which has left me quit...

Nutritional Counseling Hello Doctor: I am currently taking medication for cirrhosis, but the side effects of the medication have caused me to lose my appetite and my weight is continuously dropping. What can I eat to counteract the side effects and regain my appetite, so that I c...

Does excessive exercise lead to elevated cortisol levels? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for interrupting you during your busy schedule. Since the end of April this year, I have been diligently implementing a weight loss program, starting from 106 kg at 183 cm, and as of November 14 ...

Elevated triglycerides? Hello, Dr. Fan. I had a physical examination in July and found that my cholesterol levels were high. At that time, my total cholesterol was 6.07 mmol/L, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) was 1.31 mmol/L, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) was 4.46 mmol/L, and trig...

Weight loss with loss of appetite? I am 156 cm tall and weigh 63 kg, and I have maintained this weight for about six to seven years (I know this is above the normal BMI). I usually eat very little; I don't snack in between meals and I don't have late-night snacks. I typ...

Nutritional deficiency I am currently experiencing difficulty swallowing, and since the cause has not yet been identified, I have lost over 10 kilograms due to eating difficulties. At this point, I can only consume pure liquids, and even soft foods like porridge and steamed eggs ...

Weight loss Hello Dr. Fan, I had a physical examination around the end of July and discovered that my cholesterol levels were elevated, so I started to control my diet and exercise. Now, I drink tea daily, consume 1.5 to 2 liters of water, take flaxseed, and eat two bowls of vege...