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Eating half a mooncake still leads to weight gain - doctor reveals little-known nutritional trap

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A single 180-gram lotus seed mooncake packs 720 kcal, equivalent to two and a half bowls of white rice. Many individuals inadvertently consume excessive calories by pairing mooncakes with milk tea or coffee, leading to uncontrolled weight gain.

4 simple morning habits for weight loss

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Drinking plain water after waking, engaging in light exercise, and eating slowly with thorough chewing can contribute to more effective weight loss.

Hand rule eating tips for weight management

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The hand rule is a method for individuals to estimate their daily food portions using their hands, aiming to control calories without excessive restriction.

Weight loss boosts breast cancer treatment efficacy

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Khanh, 30, gained 26 kg due to side effects from breast cancer medication; doctors advised weight loss to enhance treatment effectiveness.

Is delayed puberty a sign of illness?

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My 16-year-old daughter has not yet had her period and is shorter than her peers, showing signs consistent with delayed puberty. Is delayed puberty caused by an illness, and when should we seek medical examination? (Thanh Ha, Hanoi)

Teenager's health deteriorates from improper weight loss

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Seventeen-year-old Thy's extreme diet, which involved eliminating carbohydrates and consuming only eggs and boiled vegetables alongside high-intensity exercise, led to severe physical exhaustion.

Hypogonadism at 28 due to excessive soda consumption, sedentary lifestyle

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For a year, a 28-year-old man experienced persistent fatigue, decreased libido, and erectile dysfunction. Doctors found reduced testosterone levels and related indicators, diagnosing him with hypogonadism.

Complicated gallstones lead to gastric necrosis

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Mr. Luan, 70, with class two obesity and high total cholesterol, developed gallstones and chronic cholecystitis, leading to gastric necrosis that required partial removal of his stomach.

Eating tips for stable blood sugar and weight loss

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Prioritizing vegetables, then protein and carbohydrates, and selecting low-sugar, high-fiber foods helps maintain stable blood sugar and reduces fat accumulation.

Two sisters undergo dramatic transformation after losing over 300 kg

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Once facing numerous health issues due to obesity, the American sisters collectively lost over 300 kg to reclaim normal lives.

Obesity - the 'tinder' igniting a chain of heart, kidney, and stroke diseases

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Obesity acts as a central link igniting a vicious cycle of cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, and metabolic disorders, necessitating a multi-modal treatment approach rather than mere weight loss interventions.

What happens when girls experience early puberty?

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Early puberty in girls can impact height and psychological well-being, while increasing the risk of overweight and metabolic disorders.

Many Vietnamese children with obesity face hypertension, diabetes from an early age

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The obesity rate in Vietnamese children increased by 8.7% between 2010 and 2025, ranking 4th globally, with more children facing hypertension, fatty liver, and diabetes from a young age.

Polycystic ovary syndrome at age 15

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Thuy, 15, experienced rapid weight gain, frequent fatigue, and severe acne, leading doctors to diagnose her with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Four common mistakes when eating potatoes for weight loss

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Consuming french fries or combining potatoes with butter and bacon increases calorie intake, potentially leading to excess energy and fat accumulation.

Does caramelizing sugar for braised meat pose health risks?

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My mother often caramelizes sugar to create a reddish-brown color when braising meat and fish; could this method be harmful to health? (Tung, 19, Hanoi).

Immune disorder causes ovarian insufficiency at age 32

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Hoan, 32, seeking treatment for obesity, unexpectedly discovered premature ovarian aging caused by an autoimmune disorder where her immune system produced antibodies attacking ovarian tissue.