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I want to know about dietary supplements. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,As a 30-year-old woman, I am interested in understanding about dietary supplements. I want to ask the following questions:How do they differ from regular food and medications, and how are they regulated for safety and efficacy?I am curious about specific vitamins, minerals, or nutrient... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I read your query and understood your concern. Individuals following a balanced and healthy diet typically do not require supplements. However, certain groups, such as strict vegetarians, may lack specific nutrients like vitamin B12, necess... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have been taking nutritional supplements for the last ten years. Over the last three years, especially my knowledge of such supplements has increased substantially. It is apparent to others, even qualified practising doctors, that I have improved tremendously physically and mentally. Si... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Incorporate these vitamin C-rich foods into your daily diet- 1. Strawberries are extremely high in vitamin C - They are also high in fiber and antioxidants, which are responsible for reducing oxidative stress and protecting the heart from bad cholesterol. Just one serv... Read Full »
Which nutritional powder would help increase my muscle strength?
Query: Hello doctor,I want to increase my muscles. Which nutrition powder will be useful to me? Kindly inform me, please. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.I suggest a diet chart with alternative foods also mentioned: 1. In the early morning, at 7 AM, have three to four pieces of soaked almonds or sprouts. 2. For breakfast at 8.30 AM, have two pieces of brown bread, a boiled egg (without yolk), thr... Read Full »
I am 19 years old and very short for my age. Which supplements can I take to increase my height?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 19-year-old. My height is very short, so I want to increase my height. My weight is average. Which supplements can I take to increase my height? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It would have been good if you had given your weight. Then calories required for your height and weight could have been calculated. Now concentrate on protein sources. Include egg whites, lean meat like skinless chicken, and fish in your diet if you are a non-vegetarian... Read Full »
Can someone please explain to me the concept of dietary protein supplement?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old male and have been working out in a gym for the last four months. I am a vegetarian, and to get the proper amount of protein, I have purely depended on soya chunks and paneer. Many of my gym mates have been suggesting I take supplements in the form of protein powders... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Soya chunks are not as good as you think, so better you soak sprouts and cook soybeans and have them. You can do this to green gram also. So yes, supplements should be taken very wisely among all whey protein powder is better to be taken. Other sources are nuts, pulses, ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am 65 years old and weigh 75 kilograms; my height is 172 centimeters. Recently I read an article about dietary fiber and have a few questions about it. 1) Do you think dietary fiber should be included in my diet even after being all healthy without taking it? 2) If I have to take it,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dietary fiber is not anything that you need to take separately. Whatever you eat, if it is not artificially processed, it contains a sufficient amount of fiber. These are of two types soluble and insoluble. They help maintain good health so eat seasonal fruits and vege... Read Full »