Foods that are high in fiber and low in calories can help you achieve your weight-loss goals. Such foods include avocados, eggs, beans, salmon, fruits, green leafy vegetables, whole grain, etc. By adding such food to your daily diet, you will find it easier to lose weight.
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Can I lose weight if I only eat eggs?
Query: Hello doctor, There is a diet to lose 22 lbs in 10 days where I have to eat three eggs at breakfast and three eggs at lunch and oats for dinner. So, I want to really do this diet. My question is, can I eat four or six eggs together at breakfast because I cannot have them later due to my schedule. Is... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is absolutely not a good way to lose 22 lbs in 10 days. It can create several health problems. So, I suggest you do not do this. The best rate would be to reduce 8 to 11 lbs in a month. About eating eggs, eating three to four eggs is ideal for weight management... Read Full »
I want to lose weight. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30 year old male and I have been on Cipralex 20 mg for my depression for more than a year now. When I started Cipralex 10 mg I was fine. However, when my depression worsened I was given Mirtazapine 30 mg and my weight increased a lot. I gained 15 kg in three months, mostly around ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query which says you are on anti-depression medicine. And you are concerned about weight gain but as I can see the details given your height is 175 cm and weight is 33 kg in which case you are not overweight at all. You need to start with proper ... Read Full »
I am 18 years old, and I feel like I am slightly overweight. What should I do to regain my fitness?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old, and I feel like I am slightly overweight. I am going on a trek next month and want to get fit for it. I am planning to gain my stamina by jogging and exercising, and I wanted to ask what I should do other than this to regain my fitness. Can you please suggest me... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concern.No need to worry about your weight as your BMI (body mass index) is normal. Your plan to increase your stamina with jogging and exercise is good. You can increase protein intake and good fluids in a day. This will help to imp... Read Full »
Kindly provide information about health risks of obesity.
Query: I am a 35-year-old female. I have been struggling with being overweight and its impact on my overall health and well-being. Can you provide information about the potential health risks associated with being overweight? What are some effective and sustainable methods for weight loss? How does diet an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Being overweight can elevate the risk of serious health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and specific types of cancer. Effective and sustainable weight loss involves maintaining a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetabl... 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 »
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 gained 125 lbs after blood donation. How to shed it?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19 year old who weighs 149 lbs. My height is 5 feet and 3 inches. I used to weigh 125 lbs before a blood donation. But, after donating blood, within six months I gained 24 lbs. Please tell me how I can get back in shape. Also, I have stretch marks on my body. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. I would like to inform you that there is no connection between blood donation and weight gain. By following a personalized diet plan, you can achieve the desired weight which is an indirect result of fat loss which can be calculated by the BMI... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have gained 11 pounds in six months. I do not eat heavy food at lunch and have a very light dinner. But I am unable to lose this weight. Can you please explain the underlying causes of this sudden weight gain?Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to understand that there are a lot of things responsible for sudden weight gain like changes in lifestyle, hormonal changes, changes in meal patterns and timings, poor sleep, anxiety, depression, sedentary lifestyle, certain medications, and others . You can ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 37-year-old working man. I sit and work for eight to nine hours a day, hardly getting up from my desk. I have been in this job for the past four years, and I have not been able to take care of my health. Now, my belly looks big, and I have gained weight. I occasionally drink alcoh... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq. I have gone through all your details and appreciate your concern. Dietary modifications and exercise are both necessary for good health. Exercise and a healthy diet have a positive impact on health, regardless of weight loss. Your sedentary lifestyle is the cause of abdomi... Read Full »
My 30-year-old son is struggling to lose weight. How to overcome it?
Query: Hello doctor,My son is thirty years old. He is five feet eight inches and weighs 290 pounds. He has been dealing with an obesity problem. Even after reducing his meal quantities, he is unable to lose weight. I would like to know of a diet plan that can help him lose weight. Kindly help Read Full »
Answer: Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. In his case I recommend that you seek a consultation over the phone and begin calorie tracking by eating nutritious meals.In addition, I require information in order to provide correct medical intervention and a specific food... Read Full »
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