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Body Mass Index

Body Mass Index (BMI) is the measure of an individual's body mass, which is calculated by dividing the weight of a person in kilogram to the square of the person's height in meters (kg/m2). It is used to quantify the tissue mass in an individual, and then categorizing them as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.

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Kindly suggest a vegetarian diet plan for a healthy body.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a pure vegetarian. I have been hitting the gym on a regular basis during morning hours. I could feel the change in me but not the kind of lean body which I am looking for. I am a foodie and I love to eat everything which is vegetarian. Lots of fat is accumulated in my face and sto...  Read Full »


Dr. Kulkarni Shilpa Prakash

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your current height and weight, your BMI (body mass index) is in the normal category. In order to give you a personalized diet plan, I need more information about: Your current diet and fitness goals. Also, can you provide me your report - body fat perce...  Read Full »

I have high cholesterol, and I want to reduce it. How to reduce it?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 29 years old female with a proper BMI index, but I have high blood cholesterol. I do not have any other physical problem. I did not start any medicine. I do yoga. I want to decrease my cholesterol level.  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Kamble

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If the cholesterol level is too high, like above 300 or so, then you will need to take medications. But if it is less than that, then you can control it with natural remedies, food, and exercise. You can continue doing yoga. Also, you can do vigorous exercises (only ...  Read Full »

Will Kushmanda Rasayana help in weight gain?

Query: Hello doctor, I am very lean, and I want to gain weight. Amongst Endura mass, Accumass capsule, and Kushmanda Rasayana, which is good for weight gain? Please help me. I want to gain some weight.  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. All these are weight gain supplements. But let me tell you one thing, your weight should be proportional to the height. It should be calculated with the help of BMI (body mass index). Normal BMI should be between 19.5 to 24.9. So, if your BMI i...  Read Full »

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