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Rapid Weight Loss

Rapid weight loss or losing weight without trying occurs due to some underlying medical conditions. There is a loss of 5% of weight within six to twelve months, along with other symptoms. Unexpected weight loss can occur due to muscle wasting, hyperthyroidism, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, depression, inflammatory bowel disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, endocarditis, cancer, Addison's disease, cancer, and congestive heart failure.

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With a change in my diet, I have lost around 13 pounds in the last two months. Should I worry about that?

Query: Hello doctor, I have changed my eating habits for eight months and have lost 60 pounds. But for the last two months, I have lost 13 pounds. I am concerned if there is anything wrong to worry about. I have cut out all processed food, sugar, salt, bread, and flour items. I take minimal dairy and drink...  Read Full »


Shakuntala Srivastava

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Now you have achieved your weight management goal. And then you should eat a balanced diet, not the selected one. It is good that you are not eating processed food, but I would advise you to take complex carbohydrates like yogurt, milk, and paneer. Your other parameter...  Read Full »

I joined a gym to lose weight, but I am not satisfied with my weight reduction rate. Can I use protein supplements to lose weight faster?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old male. My height is 5 ft 6 Inches, and my weight is 196 Lbs. I wanted to lose weight, so I joined a gym near my house, but I lost only 2.64 Lbs. I am not satisfied with the weight reduction rate, so I thought of taking protein supplements. Please suggest something.  Read Full »


Shakuntala Srivastava

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sometimes the weight remains the same, but the body becomes toned. I suggest you eat homecooked food, exercise regularly, and take whey protein supplements.  Read Full »

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