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Please comment on the abnormal values seen in my blood report.
Query: Hello doctor, My total cholesterol is 273 mg%, triglyceride 293 mg%, LDL cholesterol 180.4 mg/dL, VLDL 58.6 mg/dL, ratio total HDL cholesterol 8.03, blood sugar (fasting) 127 mg/dL, sugar PP 138 mg/dL, and uric acid 8.7 mg%. Read Full »
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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per reports, cholesterol levels, blood sugar, and uric acid levels are higher. Dietary recommendations as per your condition: 1. Take one tablespoon of roasted flaxseed every morning. 2. Take one tablespoon apple cider vinegar in a glass of warm water twice a day ... Read Full »
Can I start with vitamin supplements for my deficiencies?
Query: Hi doctor, I recently got a full body check-up done, and I discovered that I have several deficiencies, which include vitamin D, Vitamin B12, iron, and folic acid. Also, my TSH and cholesterol levels are high. I do not like nonvegetarian food and milk. Is it fine if I start Nutrilite D and Nutrilite... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You can take these multivitamin supplements. Your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is mildly elevated, it does not need any treatment if it is below 10, unless you are pregnant or planning... Read Full »
How can I benefit from monounsaturated fats in my diet?
Query: Hello doctor.I am a 30-year-old male. I have been interested in improving my diet and making healthier food choices, and I have heard a lot about the benefits of monounsaturated fats. Could you please explain what monounsaturated fat is and how it differs from other types of dietary fats, such as sa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Fat is classified into two categories that is saturated fat and unsaturated fat, which is further subdivided into MUFA and PUFA PUFA is subclassified as omega 3 and omega 6. Let us discuss science and how it affects he... 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 »
Please suggest a diet to lower cholesterol.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 26 years old. I just found out that I have high cholesterol. My doctors advised me to change my diet. But, they did not give any suggestions other than to avoid fast food and fatty food. My issue is that my diet option is already limited due to my food allergies (strawberries, melons... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First thing is that you should take medicines for high cholesterol and Crohn's disease. Also your BMI - body mass index is high which tends to obesity. Now your diet for two months under observation should be bland diet. A bland diet is a diet consisting of foods that... Read Full »
How To Lower Cholesterol On A Paleo Diet?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old male. I am 200.62 lb, and my height is 5 feet and 2 inches. My cholesterol levels are high, and I am over weight. I have hypertension, and I am taking tablets for cholesterol. I need a Paleo diet chart. Please help me. I am attaching my recent reports. Read Full »
Answer: Hello Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and saw a marked elevation of cholesterol levels with low vitamin D levels. So, it is very much necessary to take up a strict diet so that you get all your vitals to a near normal range. 1. Fir... Read Full »
Despite eating healthy, my cholesterol level has not reduced, and my BMI is 40. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 18 years old and about 240 pounds. I went to see a nutritionist, and she did not relay much information to me but told me what I already knew about myself. It seems like I am not progressing, although I have eaten healthier than before. I try to eat turkey and chicken with vegetabl... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Follow this weight loss diet plan,Alternative foods are mentioned below.1. In the early morning, at 7 am, drink one glass of lukewarm water, half a lemon, and one pinch of cinnamon powder.2. At 7.15 am, drink green tea and four almonds.3. Eat breakfast at 8.30 am with dal, ... Read Full »