Being overweight and obese cause serious health problems. Weight loss reduces the risk of diabetes, heart problem, joint problems, and increases the body's metabolism. Weight reduction can be achieved by modifying the diet and lifestyle, and by doing physical exercises.
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Is Garcinia Cambogia a good slimming product? Can you suggest low carb diet chart ?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 20-year-old female. My height is 5 feet 44 inches and I weigh 170 lbs. Actually, I used to take less food only. But, I do not know, how I am getting obese.One of my friends said that Garcinia cambogia is a good slimming product. So, before using that, I thought of consulting a dieti... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to have low calorie, low carbohydrate and high protein balanced diet chart for your weight loss. According to your height, your ideal body weight should be 138 to 143 lbs. Diet and exercise both are important for the weight loss program. Exercise regularly... Read Full »
How to take apple cider vinegar for weight loss?
Query: Hello doctor, Is apple cider vinegar useful for weight loss? How many times should I take apple cider vinegar? How can I use it? Should I take it before a meal or after a meal? Kindly guide me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Apple cider vinegar is good for weight loss. I suggest you take one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of warm water after waking up daily once, but if you feel acidic, you may need to stop it. Few people are not comfortable with apple cider vinegar. I still nee... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, My weight is 143 lbs and my height is 155. I want to lose weight. Please help. Read Full »
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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your height, you need to lose 17 to 22 lbs. With proper diet and regular exercise, it is possible to reach your goal within 2 to 3 months, depending on your metabolism. I will give you some dietary recommendations to lose weight. Avoid fried and too oily food.... Read Full »
Is 'eating just bananas for breakfast' a good way to lose weight?
Query: Hello doctor,I eat only two bananas for breakfast. Is it recommended to do so or does it cause stomach pain, gastritis, gas and bloating? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Eating bananas for breakfast is good. But having only bananas for breakfast is not complete and appropriate. The word breakfast means that you are breaking your overnight fast. So, it is should be made up of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals, and a fiber-ric... Read Full »
Kindly suggest a diet plan to reduce weight and belly fat.
Query: Hello doctor, I am trying to reduce my weight and belly fat, but I am not able to reduce my belly fat successfully. I am also getting kidney stones frequently and undergone surgery just two weeks back and also six months back. I want to reduce my belly fat without getting kidney stones. Let me brief... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can practice some brisk home body poses and exercises other than walking or running. Also, reduce your calorie to lose weight with low carbohydrate diet. Have mainly two roti, mix vegetables, citrus fruits and cucumber. Take vegan based diet, less organic foods, ... Read Full »
I am struggling with body image and want to become slimmer. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19-year-old female dancer and my weight is 119 pounds and my height is 5 feet 5 inches. I am currently struggling with issues of body image, being a dancer. I always feel I need to be slimmer than I am and it has got to a point where I feel that I should eat very little and occa... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and I can understand what you are going through. I am sure you understand it is only your mind which is making you think you need to be thinner. Are you aware that there are many many dancers who are fat, really fat and they dance like a pro a... Read Full »
Does Orlistat help in losing weight?
Query: Hi doctor,I am an unmarried 23-year-old female. My height and weight are 5 feet 6 inches and 231 lbs, respectively. Till now, I do not have any medical issues. Since childhood, I am a bit fat. So I would like to know, is there any tablet that can help me lose weight along with my diet? I heard that ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case in detail. 1. First of all, Orlistat (Xenical) is a drug that may be useful for you. But, initially, I would recommend you go under natural treatment, better to say meal planning or a proper diet chart. 2. Pills have a lot of side effects, ... Read Full »
I have PCOD and gastritis. Please suggest me a non-vegetarian diet to reduce my weight.
Query: Hello doctor, I have PCOD and have been advised by my doctor to reduce my weight. However, I have gastritis and cannot eat pulses and nuts. I need a non-vegetarian diet to reduce weight. Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I suggest the following. In the early morning, around 7 AM to 1 PM, take glass-soaked fenugreek seed water with one pinch of cinnamon powder. At 7.15 AM, take green tea and four almonds. For breakfast, around ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently trying to lose weight, and I am doing a low-carbohydrate diet. I drink a premier protein drink every morning for breakfast. I am currently gaining weight and wondering if this is part of the reason that I am not losing the way I want to. Kindly advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need to know your food habits, likes, dislikes, and a few more things to plan a customized diet plan. Till then, follow these tips. 1) Have a balanced diet that includes grains, pulses, fruits, vegetables, milk, milk products, fish, eggs, and poultry. 2) Split yo... Read Full »
Query: Hi, I am a 29-year-old female, married for four years, and I recently gave birth to my beautiful daughter (four months back). I am really happy with my life, but due to pregnancy, I have gained almost 7 kg of weight. In order to lose my postpartum weight, I have been thinking of indulging in light-i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. If you had a normal vaginal delivery, you could start the exercises as soon as you feel ready. But with cesarean section delivery, the exercises must be delayed. Light exercises like yoga and walking are fine to go no... Read Full »