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I have been getting high fasting glucose level. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been on the keto diet and IF for two weeks. I recently started checking my glucose in the early morning. It is around 110 to 125 then goes to 100. It stays around 99 to 105 fasting. After my meal, it will go to 94 to 95 and then 1 hour later to 115 to 120. Why am I getting high ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. So while you are doing a low-carb diet, your body converts your fats to glucose and thus helps supply the required glucose, which is the mechanism to lose weight. In such circumstances, it is better to monitor your hbA1C to get a better idea o... Read Full »
How can I effectively lose weight?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 23-year-old male struggling with being overweight. Despite dietary changes and exercising, I have not seen any progress in losing weight. My doctor prescribed Tirzepatide, but I am still finding it challenging. Could you please offer me advice or additional strategies to help me ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.You are using Trizepetide injection, a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1) receptor agonist that stimulates insulin secretion and increases metabolism, leading to weight loss. It will take time to see results. Intermi... Read Full »
I want to know about intermittent fasting. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 40 year old female. Please provide an overview of intermittent fasting and how it differs from other dietary approaches. What are the different IF methods (e.g., 16/8, 5:2, eat-stop-eat) and their potential benefits? What are the potential health benefits associated with intermit... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Intermittent fasting simply means skipping a meal in between a possible meal due to medical reasons. There are 6 to 6, 12 to 6, and 8 to 12, depending on the conditions. The benefits are for those who are obese, hypertensive, or diabetic. Meal timing is critical when fas... Read Full »