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Can losing weight help to reduce my blood sugar levels?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 37 years old and I weigh 100 kg with a height of 168 cm. I am a pre-diabetic. I m taking Metformin these days. If I lose like say 25 kg then can I stop taking medicines and control my blood sugar normally? Can this diabetes be cured? Read Full »
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Changing your lifestyle by regular exercise like walking at least half an hour every day and weight loss of say 30 Kg can help regulate your blood sugar levels. Also, you should follow a healthy diet by avoiding complex sugar and decrease carbohydrates consumption, ... Read Full »
Kindly suggest a diet chart or tips to lose weight faster.
Query: Hello doctor, My weight is 178.57 lb and age is 18. I always try my best to lose weight but I cannot. I joined a gym today and really do not have any knowledge about nutrition. So, it is my request. Please suggest a diet chart or tips on how I can lose weight as soon as possible. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Without prior knowledge of your dietary patterns, lifestyle, existing health conditions and family history, it is difficult to suggest a diet plan that is perfect for you. I will give you a set of tips. Always keep these in mind and continue your gym routine. You will ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I stopped drinking soda about a year ago (not entirely, but I only have about a single soda a week, if I have one at all), and since then, I have gone from 156 to 149-150 pounds. I do not drink sugary or fatty drinks such as milk. I cut myself clean from soda and went straight to the wate... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are minor variations in weight; medically, it is not considered significant weight loss. And yes probable reason is the discontinuation of soda, as there are substantial changes in the quantity of soda. Even otherwise, minor weight changes are very well acceptable. ... Read Full »
What exercises can I do to reduce weight without any equipment?
Query: Hello doctor,I am overweight and want to reduce my weight. Please tell me what are the exercises I can do to reduce weight without any types of equipment. I have slight back pain. So, kindly suggest accordingly. I want to become slim in every part of the body. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no magic formula to lose weight. You need to observe the following points to reduce weight: Eat 1500 to 2000 calories a day. Exercise for 45 minutes to an hour every day for five days a week. Include aerobics and weight training. Sleep for seven t... Read Full »
How to get a flat stomach fast?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24 year old female. I am 5'6" tall and I weigh 62 kg. For the past one year, my abdomen and belly size has been increasing. Kindly give tips for a flat belly. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are no medications that help in reducing weight. Start morning walk for about 45 minutes daily. Start exercising for about 30 minutes daily. First, you have to limit the intake of sugar and carbohydrates. Try to add more protein to your diet. Chicken, f... Read Full »