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I unhealthily lost weight. Will I gain it back by eating?
Query: Hi doctor, I am an 18-year-old, 5'5" girl. Over the course of a little over a month, I have gone from around 153 to 130. I have experimented with long fasting days, days of very low calories, and some exercise, also a plant-based diet. Of course, I know I unhealthily lost all this weight, but now I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Need not worry. You need to work on a perfect plan to maintain your health according to given data. Height 5 ft, weight 127.87 lb, BMI 25.3. Your required calories for your age is 1600 to 1700 kcal/day. Since you are an athlete, divide these in carbohydrate 300 g, protein... Read Full »
I need advise on exercises to lose weight. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 34-year-old female with a sedentary desk job. I have gained weight, currently weighing 209 pounds. I know the importance of exercise but do not know where to start. Can you explain how exercise contributes to physical fitness and weight management? What exercises will help someon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read the query, and I can understand your concern.Regular exercises such as running, swimming, and cycling, which are aerobics exercises, will help get you going and build endurance. For more details, check these guidelines:1. Get up and stretch yourself every 45 ... Read Full »
I am worried about my son's weak body. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am worried about my son. He seems weak and not very energetic. I want to help him get stronger. How can I plan a good diet for him? What types of foods and fruits are full of nutrients that could make him stronger? I heard something about dietary fiber. Is that important for him? How ca... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Due to high metabolism, genetically, it leads to low weight gain and makes him feel less energetic. Kindly mention age weight more in detail to guide more. Kindly follow these guidelines: 1) Increase the qu... Read Full »
I am feeling the winter weight creep. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 35-year-old man, feeling the winter weight creep, and the snowstorms are keeping me away from the usual gym, jogging, or cycling routines. Please suggest some tips for preventing this seasonal weight gain as it is becoming a real struggle. The couch is winning over the treadmi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, winter blues are a reason the body is constantly trying to maintain body temperature, leading to low energy levels and fatigue, and the body slows down which means metabolism goes down leading to weight gain. Regular exercises such as jogging, stretching, deep br... Read Full »
I need a meal plan for weight gain. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old male with a height of 5 feet 5 inches and a weight of 128 pounds. I need a meal plan (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for gaining weight and building muscle. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Considering your genetically high metabolism and the absence of your specific food preferences or allergies, here are some guidelines that may assist you: Gradually increase food quantities to adapt to your metabolism. Eat more fre... Read Full »
I am concerned about my friend's underweight child. Please guide.
Query: Hi doctor,My friend is concerned about her 8-year-old daughter's inadequate food intake and resulting underweight condition. We are seeking insights into the factors affecting healthy weight gain and strategies to address this concern sustainably. How can one identify an appropriate weight range bas... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I do understand your concern.Considering the possibility of a naturally high metabolism leading to limited weight gain, it is crucial to assess her activity level. Please adhere to the following guidelines:1) Gradually increase food portions over time. 2) Consume meals more... Read Full »
I need advice to become fit and healthy. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 35 year old female. I was into fitness earlier and now face difficulty climbing stairs. I have gained a lot of weight. Can you suggest some exercises and lifestyle modifications for a healthier life? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Obesity occurs due to high carbohydrate intake with less physical activity. It can be due to drastic hormonal changes related to your current age, as you are 35. Although you have already indicated that obesi... Read Full »
Can ultra-processed foods have a negative impact on health?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 40-year-old male. I have become more aware of the presence of ultra-processed foods in my diet, including convenience snacks, sugary beverages, and pre-packaged meals. I am concerned about their nutritional value and health implications. I have heard that consuming a high amount ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Yes, ultra-processed food lacks most nutrients due to its processing. They are typically full of salt and refined sugar, both of which can negatively impact our health. High salt levels can lower bone density, and refined sugar can contribute to unnecessary weight gain. ... Read Full »
I have gained weight and become sluggish. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old male and I am reaching out for your guidance because I do not know what to do. I have been consuming a lot of what seems to be ultra-processed food lately. I am gaining weight, and feeling sluggish. Does this indicate lifestyle disease? Could my diet here be contribu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, ultra-processed food lacks most nutrients due to its process. They are typically full of salt and refined sugar. Both can negatively impact our health. High salt can lower bone density. Due to low in nutrients body does not get its daily dose of nutrients. Few g... 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 meals ... Read Full »