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Weight Reduction

Weight reduction in individuals who are overweight or obese may reduce the risk of heart problems and diabetes, and increase the fitness level. Safe weight reduction takes time and effort, but with proper lifestyle changes, physical activity, and by including adequate nutrition, you can reduce and maintain your weight for a longer time.

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Kindly suggest a diet plan for my brother to reduce weight.

Query: Hello doctor, My query is regarding my brother who is 24 years old. His height is 5'5" and weight is 200.62 lb. How can he reduce his weight fast? He does not go to gym because of his right leg ligament problem. Kindly help us. Thank you in advance.  Read Full »


Swapan Banerjee

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. I can see here your brother's BMI (body mass index) is 22.48. The range of BMI is 18.5 - 22.9 maximum border line 24.9. 2. This means your brother falls in a balanced weight condition but little high border line. Anyway, I can guide you in a right manner that you shoul...  Read Full »

I have a gastric problem. What diet plan should I adopt?

Query: Hi doctor,I have a gastric problem. Can you suggest a diet plan to lose weight with consideration of my gastric problem? Please specify any precautions to be taken and mention the source of the food. I am attaching my medical reports, which I have done for the past six months.Thank you.  Read Full »


Manidipa Dey

Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.You need to follow a high-protein, low-calorie, low-fat, and balanced diet. Do not skip your breakfast. To control gastric problems, you need to take food at the proper interval. Do not let your stomach empty for a longer period of time. For hypertension, avoid table salt i...  Read Full »

Can eating just bananas for breakfast cause weight loss?

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 »


Durga Kumari

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 »

I gained 125 lbs after blood donation. How to shed it?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19 year old who weighs 149 lbs. My height is 5 feet and 3 inches. I used to weigh 125 lbs before a blood donation. But, after donating blood, within six months I gained 24 lbs. Please tell me how I can get back in shape. Also, I have stretch marks on my body.  Read Full »


Bhanushali Sonali Suresh Tara

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. I would like to inform you that there is no connection between blood donation and weight gain. By following a personalized diet plan, you can achieve the desired weight which is an indirect result of fat loss which can be calculated by the BMI...  Read Full »

How to lose belly fat?

Query: Hi doctor, In two months, I am going to be 24. My weight is 52 kg and my height is 5 feet 3.5 inches. I want to lose some weight, especially belly fat and side fat. Please give me a solution. Thank you.  Read Full »


Swapan Banerjee

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your question. I can see your BMI (body mass index) is 20.0. This is quite standard as per your weight and height are concerned. For losing weight, you should go for meal planning that is diet. Maintain disciplined lifestyle, rest and also daily few fr...  Read Full »

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