The speaker discusses weight loss methods and the importance of understanding the body's mechanisms, particularly insulin resistance and its impact on weight gain. Dr. Chen Rongjian, a surgeon specializing in weight loss metabolism, shares his expertise on the topic.
The conversation covers various weight loss methods, including diet control, exercise, and surgery. Dr. Chen emphasizes the importance of reducing sugar intake and increasing protein consumption. He also discusses the concept of "islet resistance" and how it affects weight loss.
The speaker and Dr. Chen also talk about the challenges of maintaining weight loss, particularly for those who are severely obese. They discuss the pros and cons of different surgical methods, including gastric bypass, gastric reduction, and gastric water balloon.
To be eligible for health insurance coverage for weight loss surgery in Taiwan, patients must have a BMI of 37.5 or higher, or a BMI of 32.5 or higher with diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. They must also have attempted weight loss through diet and exercise for at least six months.
The speaker and Dr. Chen conclude by emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach to weight loss, including diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes, and seeking professional guidance from a doctor or nutritionist.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. A normal human body can eat up to 150 centimeters.
2. Most people will be around 85 kilograms when they are 150 centimeters tall.
3. Dr. Chen Rongjian is a surgeon specializing in oncology surgery, including weight loss metabolism.
4. Dr. Chen Rongjian has both Western and Eastern medicine licenses.
5. Dr. Chen Rongjian lost 14 kilograms in 3 years and his weight dropped from 89 to 75 kilograms.
6. Dr. Chen Rongjian's blood pressure originally was 100 diastolic and then 160 systolic, but it is now normal.
7. Reducing sugar is important for weight loss.
8. High-quality protein and sugar-free foods can help reduce sugar intake.
9. Vegetables are also important for weight loss.
10. Coffee or strong tea can help quell hunger.
11. Fat and protein can help reduce cravings for food.
12. Visceral fat can be eliminated without losing muscle through international research.
13. Eating half a meal and doing an ultrasound after 3 months can help reduce fatty liver.
14. Growing muscles requires exercise, specifically doing push-ups and core exercises.
15. Protein is important for muscle growth, but some people with kidney disease may not be able to eat high amounts of protein.
16. People with diabetes or endocrine diseases should consult doctors and nutritionists before making significant changes to their diet.
17. Reducing sugar to 0 can lead to blood lipid problems if not monitored regularly.
18. Stress can cause endocrine disorders, which can lead to weight gain.
19. Dr. Chen Rongjian has a patient who lost 117 kilograms after gastric bypass surgery.
20. Gastric bypass surgery can treat diabetes by changing the way food is absorbed in the body.
21. Gastric reduction surgery can cause gastroesophageal reflux and constipation problems.
22. The stomach can expand again after gastric reduction surgery.
23. Malnutrition and nutritional imbalance can occur if dietary advice is not followed after gastric bypass surgery.
24. The age range for health insurance benefits for weight loss surgery is from 20 to 65 years old.
25. Obesity in adolescence can cause problems with sexual orientation and development.
26. To be eligible for health insurance for weight loss surgery, the original BMI must be greater than 37.5, or greater than 32.5 with diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea.
27. Relevant weight loss certificates for half a year are required before surgery.
28. Patients must not have problems such as bulimia before undergoing weight loss surgery.