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How can I manage my carbohydrate and glucose levels?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been struggling with carbohydrate counting to manage my Type 1 diabetes. Could you please advise on how to precisely measure and regulate my consumption of carbohydrates to keep my blood sugar levels steady? Are there any particular foods or meal planning techniques you suggest t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. I can understand your concern. First, you need to keep track of your Hba1c for diabetes control as well. Anything excess is not important, but the glycemic load of the meal is important, as excess sugar will lead to conversion in fat and increa... Read Full »
I need advise on intermittent fasting. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 37-year-old male interested in understanding the concept of intermittent fasting and its potential health benefits. Could you explain the different intermittent fasting methods, such as the 16/8 method, alternate-day fasting, or the 5:2 approach, and their respective effects on t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Yes, intermittent fasting with the right approach helps, but it has different results and impacts depending on which medical issue one has especially diabetes and low blood pressure. Its main eating pattern i... Read Full »
How does a healthy diet complement medication to manage diabetes?
Query: Hello doctor,I have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, and I am exploring ways to manage it through a combination of medicine and a healthy diet. Can you guide the types of medicines commonly prescribed for diabetes and how nutrition plays a crucial role in overall diabetes care? I am particular... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, you need to keep track of your HbA1c (hemoglobin A1c) for diabetes control as well anything excess is not important, but the glycemic load of the meal is important as excess sugar will lead to conversion in fat and increased diabetes. Secondly, check with your ... Read Full »
What are the benefits of a plant-based diet in diabetes?
Query: Hello doctor,I have recently adopted a plant-based diet, and I am interested in understanding its effects on diabetes management. Could you share insights on how a plant-based diet influences blood sugar levels and overall nutrition for individuals with diabetes? I am keen to learn about any particu... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I suggest monitoring your HbA1c (hemoglobin A1c), which is crucial for diabetes control. Pay attention to the glycemic load of meals as excessive sugar can get converted into fat, exacerbating diabetes and can potentially... Read Full »
How does Mediterranean diet affect the overall health?
Query: Hello, I am a 35-year-old woman, and I have heard a lot about the Mediterranean diet and its potential health benefits. Can you provide insights into the key components of the Mediterranean diet, and how it may positively impact overall health? Additionally, are there specific considerations or modi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Mediterranean diet plan mainly relies upon the greater intake of plant-based food products and limited consumption of meat products. It is composed of dietary practices that significantly lower the risk of health problems like diabetes,... Read Full »
I am struggling to maintain a healthy diet. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25-year-old woman, and I am struggling to maintain a healthy diet. I often end up ordering food online due to running out of time and finding it challenging to focus on nutrition and weight loss. Given my busy schedule, what quick and healthy food options can I consider? Are there ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your concerns are valid. A high sodium intake leads to many metabolic disorders like hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and eating outside food without moderation, which can affect all over health as many times it comes with preservati... Read Full »
I have diabetes running in my family. Kindly guide on diet and lifestyle.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 40-year-old male, and there is a blood sugar thing running in the family. I am trying to get my diet in check, and I am a bit lost in carbs. What is the deal with them, and how should I balance things for a healthier lifestyle? Do I need to worry about carbs with my regular diet,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Consuming high carbs leads to high sugar levels in the blood, which leads to a faster deposition of fats in the body, and it leads to obesity due to metabolic disorders like diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and ... Read Full »
How can I protect my son from childhood obesity?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a 12-year-old son. My son has been overweight since birth, but I am concerned that he is now suffering from juvenile obesity. He stands 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. He consumes a lot of junk food and has a sedentary lifestyle. He does not participate in any sport ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Because of huge changes in lifestyle, which are more sedentary, today's generation is becoming more obese than previous generations. Food choices are now determined whether they are high in preservatives, sugar, or s... Read Full »
I have been diabetic for a long time. How to plan my diet?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 56-year-old female. I have been diabetic for the past seven years. I take Metformin and Pioglitazone for that. My question is whether taking only plant-based food causes any nutrition deficiency since they say diabetic people are prone to have vitamin B12 deficiency. In that case, d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query and concern. First, you need to keep track of your Hba1c (glycated hemoglobin) for diabetes control. The glycemic load of the meal is important, as excess sugar will lead to conversion in fat and increased diabetes complications. Here are a few... Read Full »
How can I incorporate fasting into my lifestyle?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 38-year-old female. Over the past few days, I have developed a growing interest in incorporating intermittent fasting into my lifestyle. However, I have some questions and concerns that I would like to discuss with you. What are the different fasting schedules available, and how ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Yes, intermittent fasting, with the right approach, can be helpful, but it has different results and impacts depending on the medical issues one may have, especially diabetes and low blood pressure. It is a major eating pattern that involves regular, short-term fasts, or... Read Full »