People with high levels of cholesterol in the blood are more susceptible to develop cardiovascular diseases like heart attack and stroke. A change in lifestyle, cholesterol-lowering drugs, exercise, and weight loss regimen can help lower cholesterol. Consume a diet that is low in saturated and trans fat.
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Please explain the health benefits of dietary fiber.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 34-year-old female. Can you explain what dietary fiber is and its various types? How does each type benefit our health? What are the recommended daily intake levels of dietary fiber, and how can I know if I am meeting these recommendations in my diet? What are the health benefits of... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. Dietary fiber has numerous benefits, and it can help in many metabolic disorders. The daily dietary allowance is 21 gm to 25 gm for females and more than 22 to 25 gm for males. It is mainly of... Read Full »
Can I start with vitamin supplements for my deficiencies?
Query: Hi doctor, I recently got a full body check-up done, and I discovered that I have several deficiencies, which include vitamin D, Vitamin B12, iron, and folic acid. Also, my TSH and cholesterol levels are high. I do not like nonvegetarian food and milk. Is it fine if I start Nutrilite D and Nutrilite... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You can take these multivitamin supplements. Your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is mildly elevated, it does not need any treatment if it is below 10, unless you are pregnant or planning... Read Full »
I have high cholesterol and a fatty liver. Please suggest a diet chart.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 38-year-old male, who has high cholesterol and a fatty liver. In our home, we use groundnut oil for cooking, and I use up to 2 tablespoons of ghee every day. I consume alcohol twice a day. But now, I have decided to stop alcohol and follow a strict diet. Tell me a diet that I sh... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and the following is the diet chart for you. Early morning at 7 AM - green tea with a biscuit or half plate sprouts. Breakfast at 8.30 AM - a bowl of oatmeal or two pieces of brown bread an... Read Full »
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