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How To Lose Weight

You can lose weight by consuming a low-calorie and a high-fiber diet. Thirty minutes of physical exercise like walking, swimming, aerobics, etc. will help lose weight. Usually, by reducing the intake of processed foods, which are high in saturated fats, salt and sugar, and exercising, weight loss can be achieved.

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Why am I not losing weight in spite of regular exercise?

Query: Hi doctor, My usual weight is 58 kg. But, in spite of regular rigorous exercise in the past two months I am not able to lose even half a pound. It has lowered my stamina and I feel lethargic. Please let me know why is it so? I am Currently on Thyronorm 100 mcg for hypothyroidism and homeopathic medi...  Read Full »


Jani Hemang Sudhakarbhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your ideal weight will be counted on the basis of BMI - body mass index from your weight and height. You just have to continue your thyroid drugs and continue exercising. To reduce the weight you need to increase your energy expenditure and reduce intake. Ta...  Read Full »

I am 5 feet tall, weigh 80 kgs, and unable to lose weight. Kindly suggest to me ways to reduce the extra weight.

Query: Hi doctor, I am obese, and my height is 5 ft. I weigh about 176.37 lbs. I have a work lifestyle of sitting, and my daily intake is 1800 calories with a low-fat diet with fruits. Can you please help me sort out my health issue and suggest proper guidance and plan? Thank you.   Read Full »


Jani Hemang Sudhakarbhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It can happen gradually by maintaining calorie intake and expenditure. Try to decrease calorie intake and increase energy expenditure. You can reduce calorie intake by taking more fibers in your diet and protein-rich food. Consume more wat...  Read Full »

I joined a gym to lose weight, but now I have lost interest in going to the gym. How can I lose weight?

Query: Hello doctor, I do a desk job, so there is not much physical activity. I started putting on weight, so I joined a gym last year, but even after doing regular exercises, I am unable to get rid of my belly fat. Now I have lost interest in going to the gym as I do not see any results. How do I handle m...  Read Full »


Jani Hemang Sudhakarbhai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and will surely help you. A gym cannot be used for weight reduction every time. You need to rely more on aerobic exercises, like cardio. Also, you can do more walking, jogging, cycling, and swimming. I suggest you consume more fibers and pro...  Read Full »

I am a 32-year-old male. Will dieting or cardio help me lose weight in a year?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 32 years old. My height is 157 cms and weight is 85 kgs. I am planning to enroll myself in a weight loss program, but I am confused about which one to choose. Does dieting helps reduce weight? My colleagues asked me to enroll in programs that include cardio, but I would like to kn...  Read Full »


Jani Hemang Sudhakarbhai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Weight can be easily decreased by balancing energy expenditure and uptake. I suggest you increase fiber content and spend more energy doing aerobic exercise and yoga. You can also do walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, and treadmill for at...  Read Full »

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