A diet that is high in protein content is called a protein-rich diet. Foods that contain high protein are chicken, eggs, pork, soy, almonds, tuna, lentils, etc. The recommended daily intake (RDI) for women is 46 grams and for men is 56 grams.
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Can you suggest a good anabolic steroid to improve my career in weight lifting?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25-years-old male. I am a weightlifter and want to reach my goals and be good in my sports career. So, I am thinking of going for anabolic steroids for weightlifting. Can you suggest a good anabolic steroid and their washing period? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for posting your query. You can make healthy food choices that will be helpful to reach you up to the required calorie. However, the medications will probably exceed the side effects (I would suggest Trenorol; consult your physician before taking it.) I still ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 38-year-old female. I have two kids and gained around 44 lbs. I have abdominal obesity and I am struggling a lot to overcome this obesity. Kindly suggest to me some dietary changes that need to be done to overcome this abdominal obesity.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing and I understand your concern. You can start by making healthy food choices and taking only the required calorie count. I still need many other details for proper medical intervention and to provide a customized diet plan. I suggest you follow the... Read Full »
I am 21 years old weighing 83 lbs. I look very skinny. How can I gain weight? Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 years old, but my weight is 83 lbs. I look very skinny. How can I gain weight? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I would suggest you opt for a call consultation making healthy food choices and reaching up to the required calorie count will be helpful. I still need many details for proper medical intervention so that I can provide a customized di... Read Full »
Is it possible to gain weight if I take 3000 calories per day?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a weight of 116 lbs and a height of five feet eleven inches. I have gained a weight of eight kilograms in the last two months after taking 2500 to 3000 calories in my diet. But this month, I could not gain weight even after eating 3000 calories. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are still young. You will gradually see an increase in your weight as you are eating around 3000 calories per day. Do not worry too much about it. It can have a negative impact on your body. Till 25 years of age, people will tend to look thin. You still have time. Y... Read Full »
What should I do to gain weight in a healthy way?
Query: Hello doctor, This quarantine season caused me to lose weight from 105 lbs to 97 lbs in three months. I am already underweight. My height is 5.4 feet, and weight is 97 lbs. My BMI is 16.2. I had my thyroid hormone levels checked and it is within the normal range. Blood sugar levels are also normal. ... Read Full »
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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. For weight gain, try to increase your meal protein content. 1. Include cheese, skim milk powder, nuts, greek yogurt, etc. 2. If you are eggetarian, you can include two eggs daily in your meal, alternatively include peanut butter. 3. Try to have healthy one-pot m... Read Full »
I am not gaining weight since childhood, though I eat well. What should I do to gain weight?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 27 years old. I have 9 months old baby. Actually my problem is weight and personality. My weight is 77 lbs and I am too thin from my childhood. After marriage, I am some what better with my body. During pregnancy time also I am happy with my weight and body. After delivery again I am... Read Full »
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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. To increase your body weight you can check your protein intake. Also, if you are breastfeeding your baby, protein becomes the utmost essential for you. You can include nuts, oilseeds like pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, soybean, sprouts, legumes, beans, cheese, paneer, ... Read Full »
Please give a suggestion to gain muscle weight without any protein powders.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 17 years old. My weight is 136 lbs and my height is 5 feet 9 inches. I workout daily and I want to gain some muscles without supplements like protein powders. I want a muscularity and not fat. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to your height, you are slightly underweight. Your IBW (ideal body weight) should be 154 lbs and you should consume 70 gm of protein daily. Protein supplements are for people who do not consume enough protein in their diet. 1. You can indulge yourself in w... Read Full »
Is it reasonable to take supplements to build muscle?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a professional stunt rider. I like to build muscle and reduce belly fat. Currently I am taking whey protein, BCAA, creatine, and Hydroxycut fat burner. Are these type of supplements safe? Will they give any side effects? My height is 5.6 feet, and weight is 167 lbs. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you take supplement alone without doing any exercise, then it can cause the following problems. Digestive problem. May decrease liver function. May cause muscle damage. Sexual problem like decreased sex desire and premature ejaculation. Hormonal problem like anxiet... Read Full »
Please suggest a diet plan to lose weight.
Query: Hi doctor,I have a gastric problem. Can you suggest a diet plan to lose weight with consideration of my gastric problem? Please specify any precautions to be taken and mention the source of the food. I am attaching my medical reports, which I have done for the past six months.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.You need to follow a high-protein, low-calorie, low-fat, and balanced diet. Do not skip your breakfast. To control gastric problems, you need to take food at the proper interval. Do not let your stomach empty for a longer period of time. For hypertension, avoid table salt i... Read Full »
How can I attain appropriate height and weight for my age?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 20 years old. My weight is 117 lbs, and my height is 5 feet 4 inches. I look small for my age. There is no appropriate growth. Can you suggest any medications or supplements for this? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history, and I would like to suggest some natural ways to increase your body's growth. Many factors affect body height and weight, such as gender, age, genetics, lifestyle, diet, etc. If there is no weight gain despite eating calorie-rich food,... Read Full »