What are effective strategies for managing weight?

Question

Hello doctor,

I had been using weight gain powders. After I stopped consuming them, I began losing weight. Could you please suggest ways to maintain my current weight?

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You need to understand a few basic points regarding weight gain and weight loss. Weight gain or loss is the result of a fine balance between calorie intake and calorie expenditure. If your calorie intake exceeds your daily needs, you will gain weight, and vice versa. Calorie intake should be adjusted based on your daily routine, physical and mental activity levels, and overall physique. Calorie requirements also change with associated ailments. This aligns with the Ayurvedic principle of samanya-visesha, which means that similar things, when added together, will increase that particular aspect. A protein diet is especially linked to an increase in muscle mass and thus a faster increase in weight.

Please clarify what the weight gain powder you mentioned is, as you did not specify its name. The most important point to consider is that some of these powders may contain steroids, leading to immediate weight gain and associated side effects. These should be avoided. Typically, these powders are protein-based. In Ayurvedic terms, preparations like ashwagandha or shatavari are considered good and safe. Additionally, you need to rule out any other potential ailments that could be causing weight loss. If there is an underlying condition, no treatment will be effective until that specific disorder is addressed.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.