Lifestyle modification involves the long-term alteration of eating and physical activities by adopting and maintaining new habits. It is used to treat various diseases including obesity, high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes, etc.
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Can I know a diet plan for PCOD?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 37 years old with a weight of 146 lbs. I suffer from pcod and thyroid. I am a working professional. So please suggest a diet plan for me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is the diet plan for PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) and weight loss. In the nutrition plan, drink two glasses of warm water with one lemon on getting up. Have a brisk walk for 30 minutes in the morning sunlight. Do not take tea or snacks before breakfast. Take b... Read Full »
I gained lot of weight due to PCOS. Please suggest solution to reduce my body fat.
Query: Hello doctor, How to lose weight? I have irregular periods with PCOS for three to four years. And I gain too much weight in the last two years also belly fat. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is difficult to lose weight with PCOD (polycystic ovary disease). But you are very young. With lifestyle modification, it is definitely possible for you to achieve weight loss. First of all, avoid all kinds of junk foods, processed foods, bakery, fried foods, rich sw... Read Full »
Why am I having a longstanding problem with muscle twitches?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing muscle twitches for the past seven years. They can be located anywhere in my body and last a few minutes to a month on and off. I am an active person, going to the gym three to four days per week. My most recent bout has been on the side of my hard and seemed to... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you said your active lifestyle could be one of the reason, simple dehydration can cause muscle twitching. I would recommend you to maintain good hydration and diet. Relax and stay calm. Have a check on coffee, alcohol, and smoking. If you are taking any supple... Read Full »
Why do I have a lower body weight gain despite eating within the calorie requirement?
Query: Hello doctor, For a few years, I have been eating within the calorie requirement. However, I am noticing weight gain only in the lower part of my body, and my upper body is thin. Can you kindly suggest ways to reduce my lower body weight? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. To analyze about your waist size increase, I need more information about your lifestyle and other related health concerns. For now, I can give you general information about fat deposition in the lower body. Lifestyle plays a major role, like... Read Full »
What is the recommended diet for weight loss and raised liver enzymes due to Methotrexate?
Query: Hello doctor, I want to lose 50 pounds. I have RA and steroids have caused me to gain a lot in the last six to eight months. I started the keto diet two weeks ago but blood works is showing elevated liver enzymes which are causing issues with a medication I have to take for RA. What diet is best fo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Intermittent fasting will give rest to the stomach and hence enhance metabolism and use stored fat to energy in the absence of food for physical and psychological activity. A balanced diet with increase of fruits and vegetables is considered to be best or you can try Me... Read Full »
How to change the way of living and become more active?
Query: Hi doctor,I am planning daily for 15 years to wake up early in the morning and do some exercise or yoga, but I cannot wake up early and do exercise in my lifestyle. I put alarm but daily when the alarm starts I very fastly switch it off. I am unable to break my comfort zone. I am so lazy in work tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand it is difficult to keep yourself motivated and win over yourself. That is the hardest part of life. To start with, please limit and write down goals first. Make sure your goals must be practical, which you can do easily. Start with small steps, e.g., If ... Read Full »