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How do I include carbohydrates in my diet?
Query: Hello doctor,I am trying to improve my diet to be healthier, and there is a lot of talk about carbohydrates. What is the deal with carbohydrates? Are they bad? Can they be a part of a healthy diet? How do I find the right balance? I am confused and hoping for some clear advice on carbohydrates. Any ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Carbohydrates are a macronutrient found in a variety of food sources, with several types differing in terms of nutritional value and effects on health. They are a major macronutrient and one of the body’s primary sources of energy. Some weigh... Read Full »
Can eating just bananas for breakfast cause weight loss?
Query: Hello doctor,I eat only two bananas for breakfast. Is it recommended to do so or does it cause stomach pain, gastritis, gas and bloating? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Eating bananas for breakfast is good. But having only bananas for breakfast is not complete and appropriate. The word breakfast means that you are breaking your overnight fast. So, it is should be made up of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals, and a fiber-ric... Read Full »
Can you give a meal plan based on my mother's reports?
Query: Hello doctor, My 59 year old mother is under treatment for hypothyroidism, hypertension, and osteoarthritis of knee joints along with a mild iron deficiency anemia. With the help of medications, TSH (3.15), BP (120/72) and FBS (89) are currently stable, although she used to get symptoms like reeling... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw her reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). All her numbers are alright, except a few which are on the borderline. But, no need to worry about it. Her diet should be perfectly balanced according to the climate. Also, exercise and yoga play a s... Read Full »
Please suggest a diet plan to reduce weight for pregnancy.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29-year-old housewife. I am suffering from infertility since I got married seven years ago. I have PCOD, tubal block, and hypothyroidism. I am overweight. All the treatments we took for conception failed. I was advised to reduce my weight by at least 10 %. But, I am unable to lo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please do not get scared about your weight. You can reduce it easily by following a good diet plan and with normal walking. I am sending you a diet chart. Please follow it and be in touch with me for the follow-up. Foods to be included are: Fish like salmon (... Read Full »
I am a 26-year-old male. What diet should I follow for weight loss?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old male. My weight is 156 lbs, and my height is 5 feet 11 inches. I want to reduce my weight to 64 kilograms. So please suggest a diet chart. I do not have any medical conditions. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com, I want to clarify one thing, normal BMI (body mass index) is from 18.5 to 24. Here, your BMI is 21.9, which is perfect for your height. So I suggest you to maintain this by following a perfect diet and exercise. 1. Consume small frequent meals. 2. Drink plenty of w... Read Full »