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I want to know if dairy is harmful to health. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Should we buy into the idea that dairy is not so great for us? Are the alternatives as healthy as we are led to believe? What about the option of just giving up milk and not trying to replace it with anything, is that a good idea? Do you have advice on choosing the best milk alternativ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The idea of quitting dairy is quite controversial. There is a lot of debate on this topic. If you are giving up milk products, you might have to replace it with some other form of protein like sprouts, nuts, etc. The alternatives to milk these days are soy milk, almond... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I recently moved, and my skin was almost perfectly clear before the move. However, since relocating, I have been experiencing severe breakouts, primarily cystic acne along my jawline, as well as numerous blackheads on my nose, forehead, and cheeks. I have also started to develop breakou... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Pimples are hormonal and often related to oily skin. I suggest you follow a few guidelines, avoid using hair oil and any sticky creams on your face. Stay away from oily foods, chocolate, and dairy products. Avoid exposure to dust and make sure to use sunscreen with an SP... Read Full »
My stomach gets severely bloated after drinking milk or milk-containing food. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,My stomach gets severely bloated after eating a certain food. Especially after drinking milk or milk-containing food. No pain, dyspeptic, or any syndromes. I have had this bloating problem for two years. What could be the possible cause? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Causes for a bloated stomach are an excess fatty diet and eating too fast, smoking, stress, lactose intolerance, and excess carbonated drinks. I suggest you to restrict dairy products. I hope this has helped you.... Read Full »
My 12 year old child is suffering from obesity. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor,My child is suffering from obesity. He is 12 years old and his current weight is 165 lbs.He recently had a swelling in the liver and his doctor suggested stopping all the dairy products.Kindly help to treat his obesity.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you follow these tips to reduce weight: Encourage a balanced diet: Help your child develop healthy eating habits by providing a variety of nutritious food. Focus on whole grains, lean proteins, fruits,... Read Full »
How to stay active during night shift while feeling sleepy and lazy?
Query: Hi doctor, I work in night shift. What can I take to be alive and energetic at night during work? I feel sleepy, and I am slow during my work. Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since you are working in the night, you might be losing out the necessary sleep. So you are unable to focus entirely during work. It is essential for an adult human being to get seven to eight hours of quality sleep every day. Once you finish your job in the morning, try ... Read Full »
What foods encourage the growth of good oral flora?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 32 years old, and I want to boost my oral microbiome. Please suggest me some foods to increase good bacteria in the mouth. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. There are both good and bad bacteria in the oral cavity. So it becomes essential to stimulate good ones and eradicate bad ones. It depends on the food we take: The foods which encourage the growth of good flora in the mouth are: 1) Dairy produ... Read Full »