Medical Advice on "Nutritionist"

Kindly tell the foods to be taken while suffering from stomach flu.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Whenever one suffers from gastroenteritis or stomach flu, there is fluid and electrolyte deficit because of frequent loose motions and vomitings. So main aim of treatment is to restore the lost fluid and electrolyte plus...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Ravinder Kaur Khurana

Is elevated triglyceride a matter of concern while on diet?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Your hs-CRP is normal. No need to worry. 2. But, homocysteine levels are moderately high. It does not mean that you have heart problem in the near future. 3. What I am worried about is your liver reports. They are litt...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Hariharan V

Is multigrain cereal a healthier option than regular ones?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. When it comes to the content of sugar or high fructose corn syrup or chemicals, multigrain cheerios has it in the same amount as the normal one. Another good habit to follow is to eat one grain in a meal. For example, Y...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

I had a diet without rice and meat. Is it healthy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. An ideal diet is a balanced combination of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Eating meat is not a necessity if you are taking adequate vegetarian proteins. If you are avoiding rice, but substituting that with any other...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

Is it true that dairy products are not good for us? Are the alternatives healthy?

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 al...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

Kindly give me a diet plan for vegetarian paleo diet.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. I welcome you to low carbohydrate high fat lifestyle (LCHF)....  View thread »

Answered by Dr. J. Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas

I am 5 feet tall with underweight 40 kg. How can I gain weight?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. To gain weight in a healthy way, you need to build muscle; I advise you to indulge in regular physical activity and a healthy diet pattern. For a healthy diet, do not start eating oily food or junk food to gain weight, ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

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 intoleran...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

Is it possible to increase height in a 23-year-old male?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Frankly speaking, I do not think you are too short for the standards here. Height of an individual depends to a great extent on genetic factors. If your body is genetically designed to grow only ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

What is the best food during 8 weeks of pregnancy?

Hi,  Welcome to icliniq.com. Pregnancy is a state where a woman needs high quality nutrition to ensure development of a healthy baby. It is very important to include green leafy vegetables such as spinach and dill, to improve health...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S