Medical Advice on "Nutritionist"

How to gain weight during my teenage?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Many teens look slim and may not gain weight up to the age of 25 to 26 years. Consume diet rich in calories like red meat, cheese, ghee, nuts, and eggs to gain weight. Do aerobic exercise and jogging regularly. Go for gym. T...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Divakara. P

Why is my stomach rumbling?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you are not drinking enough fluids, I suggest you increase your water intake to eight large glasses per day. Sometimes gluten intolerance could be causing symptoms similar to what you have described. Gluten intol...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

Can I start bodybuilding at the age of 18? Will this stop me from growing tall?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I advise you to start sports first and after a year or so, you can start going to the gym. This is because men grow in height till 20 years and after that, the growth stops. Until then, be inclined towards sports ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vandana Andrews

Is high intake of protein powder helpful or harmful to the health?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The recommended dietary intake of protein is 30% of your total calorie or food intake, which means 30% of what you eat should be proteins. If it exceeds 45 or 50%, then it can cause problems, especially to your kidneys. ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Divakara. P

I want to know whether I can take water along with a meal. Is it true that water should not be taken one hour after a meal?

Dear User, Welcome to icliniq.com You can drink water when your body is in need of it.  It is better not to drink too much water around your meal time (before, during or immediately after meals) because it may cause dilution of your digestive juices...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

Hypothyroid patient. Suggest any pre-workout supplement other than Nitrous Oxide.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. That is a very good question.You are right. The supplements which you are taking are not good for you when you have hypothyroidism. It can have adverse effects in the long run. I understand you require a pre-workout supple...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

I want to gain weight and build muscles. Can I use nutrigain powder?

Hello, About Nutrigain: Nutrigain is an ayurvedic supplement which is manufactured and distributed by ayurwin pharmacy.  The chief ingredients present in this preparation are Ashwagandha and Shatavari. Research works have claimed that both these ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

What are the health benefits and nutrition facts of Palmyra (aka Nungu) Fruit?

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 b...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

I'm on Paleo diet. Do I need to panic regarding my blood report?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your hs-CRP is normal. No need to worry. But, homocysteine levels are moderately high. It does not mean that you have heart problem in the near future. What I am worried about is your liver reports. They are little bit too...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Hariharan V

My physique is not improving even after taking sufficient intake. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First I want to know whats your height before determining whether your weight is less or normal. Also how old are you? Many people up to the age of 25-26 will not gain weight and look slim and later they start gaining...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Divakara. P