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Even after eating healthy foods, what are the reasons for not gaining weight?
Query: Hi doctor, I eat healthy food on time. When I feel hungry I used to eat good quantity of food, but I am not putting weight. What could be the reason? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. Every person has his/her own metabolic rate of the body. Some have high metabolic rates causing high combustion of nutrients into heat, that dissipates in vain. Some diseases a... Read Full »
Can eating superfoods improve my mental health?
Query: Hi doctor, I recently heard we must concentrate on eating superfoods. What are they and does eating superfoods help in giving good mental health? Are they easy to digest? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Superfoods are a term often used to describe nutrient-dense foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. While there is no official scientific definition for superfoods, many include items like berries, leafy greens, nuts, seeds, an... Read Full »
Why have a few reddish spots developed on my baby's head?
Query: Hi doctor, My baby boy, who is 8 months 14 days old. His weight is 16.75 lbs and height is 27 inches. He is taking Arbivit-3 and Zincovit drops daily according to the doctor's advice. Are his weight and height fine? From few days, there are some reddish spots developed on his head and in some parts... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Your son's weight and height are in normal range, but it isdefinitely towards lower side. I expect his weight to be between 2 to 3 kg at the time of birth. 2. He need close monitoring as far as growth is concerned. If he is gaining weight adequately in the next comi... Read Full »
What causes cold hands and feet along with fatigue?
Query: Hi doctor,I am having cold hands and feet. I also have a little bit of fatigue. Two years ago, I lost 90 pounds with diet and exercise. I had high blood pressure and anemia when I was pregnant with twins three years ago. Now, I have taken a complete blood count. I am attaching the reports for your r... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query and attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), my opinion is as follows: There is a mild reduction in leukocyte count and hemoglobin. Also, red cell distribution width (RDW) is increased. The cause for reduced hemoglobin ap... Read Full »
I have been experiencing severe hair fall for the past ten years. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My hair started falling since ten years. I started my exam preparation with a lot of stress, which resulted in a lot of hair loss. There was a lot of hair on the bed and around the room. I simply ran my hands through my hair with wet hands and at least 15 hair stands came out. My hair fal... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query, Please follow the below guidlines and stick to it. Try to Increase protein intake in your diet. I suggest you eat healthy and nutritious food because nutrition is the key to healthy hair. Try to avoid stress. Apply Minoxidil 2.5 perce... Read Full »
Are there any special foods for common health issues in men?
Query: Hello doctor, What are all the foods men should eat every day? Kindly name them. Why they should eat it? Why men specifically should be eating those foods daily due to unique and common health issues the gender faces. i.e. men tend to be low on fiber and this packs X grams of fiber per serving. An... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Men can take: Berries which are good to heart, steak prepared with lean meat to give full of protein especially for active men, dark leafy greens to get fiber and Folic Acid for proper functioning of metabolism. Eggs to provide lutein for boosting brain function plu... Read Full »
How to get rid of sleep disorder?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 46 year old male. My weight is 74 kg and I am having an excellent physical shape. I think I have some sleep issue. I did not get proper sleep for any days and hence, I feel tired and irritable at times. I am very active professionally and leading very engaging life. I am not suffer... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query and understand your concern regarding difficult to sleep. There can be various causes for this issue, often related to psychological factors. Anxiety or stress can disrupt sleep patterns, and certain medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism, ... Read Full »
How can I know if my protein powder is good for me?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a supplement I would like to use, but I need someone to check if it is fine. Can you see if there are any harmful ingredients? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. May I know what supplement you would like to use and for what purpose? I will try my best to guide you. Thank you. Read Full »
What are the health benefits and nutrition facts of Palmyra (aka Nungu) Fruit?
Query: Hi doctor, What are the health benefits and nutrition facts of Palmyra fruit Nungu Fruit)? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all I would like to thank you for asking such a good question. The Asian Palmyra palm or Sugar palm tree is full of healthy stuff. The health benefits of the fruit areas follows. It is a natural coolant for the body. It is known to contain Vitamins A, B-complex... Read Full »