An increase in body weight is called weight gain. This weight gain can be due to an increase in muscle mass, fat, or fluid retention. Weight gain in adults can be due to bad dietary habits, sedentary lifestyle, or a severe underlying condition.
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I want to gain weight by taking protein powder. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 23-year-old male with a height of 5.4 feet and a weight of 110 pounds. I want to gain weight. Without gymming, is there any problem when using powder? Can I gain weight? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. There are so many ways to improve weight. You may have protein powder intake but in limited quantities. You need to rely more on improving your metabolism, which will happen by doing strengthening exercises, ... Read Full »
What is the role of exercise and diet in maintaining fitness?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having trouble with my weight recently. I am a female with a height of 5'7" hoping to be 125 lbs. The lowest I have hit was 126.6 lbs, but that was about a month ago. Now, it ranges from 127-128 lbs. I am eating 1800 calories a day on days I do not workout intentionally (t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have understood your concern about losing weight and you are working hard also for that. Your protocol for doing exercise workout is quite satisfactory but you can add 20 more minutes of aerobic exercise and resistance exercise combined. See weight reduction and gai... Read Full »