Weight loss, Nutrition FAQ

Healthy Weight Loss Tips for Busy Students: A Nutrition Guide

Healthy weight loss Hello: My height is 160 cm and my weight is 50 kg. I have a lot of fat on my thighs. Due to my studies, my schedule is irregular, and I rarely have time to exercise. I also eat very little food, only eating when I feel hungry. However, I still can't seem ...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Based on your height, your BMI is 19, which falls within the normal range, so there is no need for further weight loss. If your thighs feel too bulky, you can try exercises such as cycling in reverse. Remember: it's important to maintain a regular three-meal diet! - Hsieh Hu...

Healthy Weight Loss Tips and Weekly Meal Plans for Kidney Patients

Weight loss Hello: 1. I am 155 cm tall and weigh about 53 kg. I want to lose weight healthily. How should I plan my meals? Could you provide a one-week meal plan? 2. Someone around me has kidney failure. Can they use kombu soy sauce? Could you provide a one-week meal plan for...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
1. Based on height, the weight does not exceed the standard. If more information is needed, it is advisable to visit a hospital outpatient clinic, where there are meal plans and weight loss principles available for reference. 2. For renal failure, low-sodium and low-potassium soy...

Essential Nutritional Ratios for Effective Weight Loss Strategies

Weight loss Hello, I am a young office worker who has gained 10 kg in the past two years. I have tried various weight loss methods. I would like to ask what the recommended nutritional ratios are for daily intake during the weight loss process!

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! When it comes to weight gain, the main factors to consider are primarily the increase in caloric intake or the decrease in caloric expenditure. There are many factors involved, and without careful analysis, it can be difficult to identify the causes, making it challenging ...

Struggling to Lose Weight After Pregnancy? Expert Tips for Healthy Weight Loss

I want to lose weight? I gave birth almost three years ago, but I still can't lose weight healthily! Can you help me?

Dr. Xie Peiru Reply:
Hello: Since I do not know your height and weight, I cannot determine if your weight is normal. I am also unaware of your usual dietary habits and the contents of your diet. However, I would like to suggest the following: 1. Limit calorie intake and ensure a balanced diet. 2. Wei...

Do Enzymes Really Help with Weight Loss? Myths and Risks Explained

Do dietary enzymes really help with weight loss? Many television stations sell enzymes claiming they can aid in weight loss. Is this true, or is the weight loss merely a result of eliminating waste? Could it lead to weight loss in undesired areas? What are the risks associated wi...

Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Dear Feifei: Weight loss products come in various forms and always attract those looking to lose weight. The yo-yo effect you mentioned continuously occurs among these customers. The principle of weight control fundamentally lies in caloric balance; when caloric expenditure (thro...

Nutritional Care for Family Members After Heart Valve Surgery

Nutritional Care for Bariatric Surgery How to care for the nutrition of family members who have undergone heart valve repair or bypass surgery.

Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello! During the acute phase of care in the intensive care unit after heart surgery, it is crucial to closely monitor vital signs and postoperative cardiac function. At this stage, the patient can begin to eat, but attention should be paid to fluid and sodium intake. Once the pa...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Individuals 168cm and 117kg

How to lose weight? 168 cm, 117 kg

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Hello! You can visit the "Food Information Network" of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, and click on: Nutrition and Health → Balanced Nutrition → Obesity and Weight Control (http://sp1.cto.doh.gov.tw/doctor/Hosp_manage/index.php). There is a menu at the top where you...

Diet Tips for Managing Gallstones: Eating Out and Healthy Choices

Gallstones Hello, Doctor: I have gallstones and have not yet undergone surgery. How should I eat? If I often eat out, what dietary recommendations should I follow?

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! If gallstones do not cause bile duct obstruction, doctors generally may not recommend surgical removal. However, if obstruction occurs, it can lead to cholecystitis or pancreatitis. Typically, individuals with a family history of related conditions, obesity, multiple pregn...

Evaluating My Weight Loss Meal Plan: Tips for Healthy Nutrition

Please help me review my weight loss meal plan and condition? I've recently been trying to lose weight and have gathered a lot of information. Please take a look at my meal plan and let me know if there are any changes I should make. **Breakfast:** - 1 egg - 30g pork sli...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
1. We need your height, weight, and activity level to estimate your caloric needs. 2. The dietary distribution in this menu is unbalanced; therefore, the intake of grains and root vegetables is insufficient, and the low fat intake may lead to hard stools. 3. Based on the curr...

Effective Weight Control Strategies for Busy Individuals: Nutrition Tips

Regarding dietary control for weight management? Dear nutritionists, my height is 167 cm and my weight is 54 kg. This is the heaviest I have been so far (I am 27 years old this year). For some people, I may not seem overweight, but I have previously weighed 47-48 kg, so I am very...

Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Dear Meixi: As we age, our metabolic rate gradually decreases, and with the reduced activity levels of office workers (increased sedentary lifestyle), body composition tends to shift, resulting in less lean mass and more fat mass, which can easily lead to weight gain. Your weight...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Walking, Running, and Targeting Belly Fat

Weight loss Hello, I would like to ask some questions regarding weight loss. 1. Is walking or jogging effective for weight loss? Is the effect significant? 2. If the weight is concentrated in the abdomen, what can be done to specifically target fat loss in that area? 3. Why do ...

Dr. Shi Guimei Reply:
Dear Lai, Hello! 1. Increasing your physical activity during the weekdays should help with weight control. The amount of calories burned will depend on the intensity and duration of the exercise. Walking has a lower intensity compared to jogging, so considering your age, you m...

Effective Strategies for Targeted Weight Loss and Body Shaping

Weight loss Hello: I used an online calculator and found that your BMI is 24.22, and your ideal weight is between 57.22 to 69.94 kg. Your body shape is very standard! However, if you are not satisfied with your body shape and would like to ask the following questions: 1. If the ...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! 1. Abdominal fat accumulation is common, and to address abdominal obesity, it is essential to reduce overall body weight, along with incorporating abdominal exercises for a toning effect. The amount of facial adipose tissue varies among individuals; some people tend to acc...

Can Hula Hooping for 30 Minutes a Day Help You Lose Weight?

Hula hooping for weight loss? Using a hula hoop for 30 minutes a day, five times a week, can contribute to weight loss, but the extent of weight loss will depend on various factors such as your diet, overall physical activity, and individual metabolism. Regular aerobic exercise l...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Weight loss requires dietary control and exercise, and diet plays a crucial role in weight loss. Therefore, using a hula hoop without dietary control is unlikely to be effective! I recommend that you visit a nutrition consultation clinic to consult with a nutritionist and ...

Effective Weight Management: Cycling, Nutrition, and Joint Pain Concerns

Weight loss Hello, Nutritionist: I am 155 cm tall and weigh 66 kg, with a BMI of 27.47, which classifies me as mildly obese. I started cycling to work on June 10, commuting between Xinzhuang and Banqiao (a total distance of 6,363 meters), which takes about 50 minutes each way. Fo...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello A-Wen: Are you still riding your bike to work? The soreness in your limbs, elbows, and knee joints may be due to lactic acid accumulation from overexertion of your muscles. Perhaps you could leave earlier and slow down your cycling speed. Based on your height and weight, yo...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Busy College Students

Weight loss I am a college student, and I have a lot of academic pressure, so I tend to eat continuously as a way to compensate for myself. I have also noticed that I have a very large frame, and I hope to lose weight. I am unsure of what methods I can use to lose weight, so plea...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Dear Yaling, I am not sure what your weight is or if you are overweight. Based on your dietary habits, you have done a good analysis, which indicates that your diet is too oily. Vegetarian cooking often tends to be oilier, and there aren't many effective methods to reduce t...

Is Sleeping Hungry a Healthy Weight Loss Strategy?

Sleeping on an empty stomach? Hello, doctor. I heard on television that a good method for weight loss is to go to bed hungry at night, and they also mentioned that this is a way to promote health. I would like to know if this practice could harm the stomach in the long run, or if...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! Humans need to intake various nutrients to provide the body with the necessary nourishment, so it is important to have a balanced diet throughout the three meals. For those who are accustomed to having late-night snacks, it can certainly put a strain on the gastrointestina...

Is My Weight Loss Normal? Understanding Healthy Weight Management

Is this weight loss considered normal? Before I started my weight loss journey, I was 155 cm tall and weighed approximately 90 kg. I initially sought treatment at Taipei City Hospital's Traditional Chinese Medicine department for weight loss. Prior to that, I had purchased w...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello: We all hope to achieve a beautiful figure, and I believe that Xuan's mom is also very dedicated. Personally, I recommend an ideal weight loss approach that involves dietary control, appropriate exercise, and moderate behavioral modification. Although the weight loss m...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Healthy Living: Expert Advice

What should I do? Hello Dr. Ke: I have been very troubled. My height is 152 cm and my weight has reached 62 kg. I really want to lose weight, but I can't seem to shed any pounds. Today I saw a news article about a model who lost 35 kg by eating 10 oranges a day. What impact ...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello Tina: Based on your height and weight, your ideal weight range is between 55.8 to 45.8 kilograms. Since I am unaware of your daily dietary habits, I cannot provide specific dietary recommendations. You mentioned consuming 10 oranges a day, which roughly estimates your daily...

Can I Still Grow Taller at 17? Nutrition and Fitness Tips for Teens

Want to grow taller? Hello Dr. Tsai, I am currently 17 years old, 162 cm tall, and weigh 71 kg. I am a male, and since graduating from junior high school, I have not grown taller. I would like to ask if I still have a chance to grow taller. Also, what should my ideal weight be? R...

Dr. Cai Xiuwen Reply:
Hello! The factors that may influence your height include genetics, nutrition, and exercise. Therefore, I cannot determine if you will grow taller. I recommend that you increase your intake of calcium-rich foods, such as drinking two cups of milk a day, and engage in sports like ...

Does Cutting Out Carbs Completely Harm Your Liver and Kidneys?

Completely eliminating carbohydrate-rich foods can harm the liver and kidneys? I want to lose weight, but I've heard that completely eliminating carbohydrates can harm the liver and kidneys. I would like to know why this can damage the liver and kidneys, how long such a weig...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
1. Certain organs and tissues in the human body require glucose as a source of energy. If one does not consume grains, the liver still needs to synthesize glucose to meet the body's needs. The liver is the organ responsible for nutrient metabolism, and it must work harder to...

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