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Please explain the health benefits of dietary fiber.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 34-year-old female. Can you explain what dietary fiber is and its various types? How does each type benefit our health? What are the recommended daily intake levels of dietary fiber, and how can I know if I am meeting these recommendations in my diet? What are the health benefits of... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. Dietary fiber has numerous benefits, and it can help in many metabolic disorders. The daily dietary allowance is 21 gm to 25 gm for females and more than 22 to 25 gm for males. It is mainly of... Read Full »
Please guide me on the importance of dietary fiber.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 40-year-old female. I am writing to seek your expertise and guidance regarding dietary fiber and its potential impact on my health. I am keen to understand more about the importance of dietary fiber in my diet and how it can contribute to overall well-being. Kindly give us some hea... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. Dietary fiber has numerous benefits, and it can help in many metabolic disorders. Daily dietary allowance is 21 gm to 25 gm for females and more than 32 to 25 gm for males. It is mainly of two... Read Full »
Is it normal for 3 month old to pass stool only every two days?
Query: Hello doctor, My 3 month old son passes stool only every two days. He passes stool only after we insert a soap stick and stimulate his excretory movements. This has been happening for the past three weeks. Is this normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If your baby is breastfed, it is perfectly normal to pass stool less often. On the other hand, it does not seem normal for such a young kid. If it continues for more than two weeks, get him checked by a pediatrician. Consult a paediatrician online to know the managem... Read Full »
What foods to eat to gain weight?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23 year old male. My height is 5'11" and weight is 128.97 lb. I would like to gain body weight. I am have a problem of pimples with pus on face for the past four years. I had never taken any artificial mass gainer or protein. I am a pure vegetarian. My lipid profile result is as... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. 1. I can advise you to take more fiber rich foods so that bowels stay clear without any constipation. 2. Plenty of vegetables like gourds and more of mix vegetables. Two to four types of fruits mainly banana, guava and berries. You have oily ski... Read Full »
Can I have smoothies instead of the fruit as a whole to help my constipation?
Query: Hello docor, I have been having constipation issues for some time. I know that fruits and vegetables can help this issue, but I do not like to have them as a whole. So, will consuming fruit and vegetable smoothies solve this problem? Also, suggest some medicines for the same? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Fruits and vegetable consumption will help to solve the constipation problem. However, it is best when consumed as a whole rather than smoothies. But, if it is impossible for you, you can have smoothies but cannot say about t... Read Full »