Fruits contain essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibers needed for the body. It reduces the risk of developing cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. It helps maintain the body's overall health and reduces the risk of developing diseases.
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Kindly explain about the health benefits of Mediterranean diet.
Query: Hello doctor, In a few sentences, what is the Mediterranean diet? What food categories are typically eaten on the Mediterranean diet? In a few sentences, what health benefits come from the Mediterranean diet? And anything else you would like to add. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is way back to our ancient times we are in diet emphasis on eating a primarily plant-based diet like fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, and nuts replacing butter with Olive oil using herbs and spices instead of salt. A vegetarian-based, fish and poultry food die... Read Full »
Please explain how ultra-processed food affects our health.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old female. I have heard a lot about the negative health effects of ultra-processed foods. Can you explain what ultra-processed foods are and how they can impact our health? I am also interested in learning about the strategies for reducing consumption of these foods and ad... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! Ultra-processed food lacks nutrients due to the process it undergoes. They are typically full of salt and refined sugar, which can negatively impact our health. High salt can lower bone density, and refined sugar can add unnecessari... Read Full »
What diet can be followed to help lower cholesterol?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having a high borderline cholesterol. Can you suggest me a diet chart? I have attached reports herewith. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachments (attachments removed to protect patient identity). Your weight is on the higher side which is one of the reasons for high cholesterol. Here are a few nutritional tips: Stop consuming packed and processed foods like bakery and c... Read Full »
Which is the best time to eat fruits?
Query: Hello doctor, I want to add raw onions, raw garlic, banana, pomegranate, dates, raisins with water, turmeric powder with water, lemon with peel etc., to my diet. Please suggest me the best time of the day to eat these. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Many studies conducted on the properties of garlic show that eating it on an empty stomach makes it a powerful natural antibiotic. 2. The best practice for onions consists of chopping or crushing them five to 15 minutes prior to eating them. 3. The best time to eat... 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 »
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