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Health Queries, 1032 queries posted (1027 answered)

Height after 22

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 81

Question : Hi, Iam male, aged 22. My height is only 5'0" now. Is there any chances that I can increase my height a few inches more.Please suggest me the diet to take for this.?

Ans :I doubt if you can increase your height at this age. However, you can try a few exercises like swimming, basket ball, skipping etc because diet can only keep you fit and healthy but not hep in increasing height. ...

How to take better care of eyes?

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 92

Question : Hi,

From last few days my eyes are paining and I'm feeling tired while sitting infront of PC.I have seen opthamologist and he has given me eye drops Chromal Forte and Tears Naturals but they ?

Ans :kindly close your eyes every ten minutes for a few seconds.Never stare at the computer screen. Also do a few eye exercises. Wash your eyes whenever you are washing your face. You can click on the below link for eye care tips:
http://www.chihealth.in/articles/Eye-Care/31
http://www.chihealth.in/articles/Protect-Your-Eyes/1048
http://www.chihealth.in/articles/Who-Is-An-Eye-Doctor?/991
http://www.chihealth.in/articles/Are-Your-Eyes-Getting-Dry-Too-Often?-Know-Why.../990...

Weight Gain

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 92

Question : Hi Doctor,
I have given blood at my college days and after that i am become more inactive and often stomach ache if i dont eat at proper timings and bone pains and even though if i eat well i a?

Ans :Blood donation will not make you go weak. It is improper food habits that has made you weak. Contact the Dietitian for a well balanced diet for you to improve your stamina and weight if necessary. Also improper meal timings will induce gastritis which makes you feel that you have pain in the stomach and also take good calcium sources to strengthen your bones. Warm milk before going to bed will induce good sleep....

fat in hands

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 88

Question : Hi,
my hands about elbow are very fat please sugest me good exercise to reduce it.

Thanks,
Mutya.?

Ans :Aerobic activity, strength training exercises etc might help in reducing fats in arm region. Please check with the physical trainer for more specific exercise as they are experts. Reduce overall body weight, if you are over weight by going for proper food portions and healthy diet.
Also you can refer to the exercise finder in chi health portal to get a better idea....

Acne Problem

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 105

Question : Hi,

My skin will be proned to acne during winter rahter than in summer.I have consulted dermatologist and she has adviced to use "derivac".And it will work for me when I apply.
But, the a?

Ans :Increase your fluid intake even in the winter days as less water intake due to obvious reasons in winter will aggravate acne. Hormonal imbalances will also trigger acne issues. A hormone correction therapy will help you get rid of acne. You can click on the below link to know more about tips to prevent acne:
http://www.chihealth.in/search/health/all/skin-care/1...

Normal Health Checkup

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 110

Question : Want to have normal health check up like BP, Blood, Thyroid etc for my family. Where should I go in Kolkata??

Ans :You can visit any super specialty hospital as the tests and the values are authentic. ...

Low energy

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 106

Question : I am feeling sleepy all the time and feel weekness in body.
Not active all the time.
?

Ans :Hi,
Eating a very high carbohydrate breakfast can make you feel sleepy and lethargic. Top it up with fibers and proteins. Exercise early morning to keep your energy levels high. ...

Stomach ache cramps

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 98

Question : Hello Doctor,
This seems to be a common problem with me , everytime I join some gym or weight reduction technique I get cramps and pain in my stomach leading to diarrheoa, weakness which lasts for ?

Ans :It takes a while for a few people to get adapted to strenuous activities if they are sedentary workers. Do not discontinue the activity. Start with very basic activities and then gradually increase the intensity and duration. If it still doesn't settle, kindly visit a Doctor as only physical examination will reveal the underlying problem....

Pain in left leg below knee

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 97

Question : Hi,
I exercise regularly on treadmill, eleptical, swim, brisk walk and yoga. At one point in time, i get tremendous pain in the left leg below knee and have to take break for 5 minutes. I also not?

Ans :I am not sure, if you are exercising as per the guidance of physical trainer or self. You need to be moderate on the activities you perform regularly if you find the pain to be intense.
Moreover,.if you notice any weakness or pain in the leg, please check with the physiotherapist as the pain is recurrent. Get their help for the kind of exercises you can perform until leg pain is treated completely....

How to control high cholestrol

Posted on : 1 month ago No of views : 95

Question : Dear Doctor,
Is it okay to do rigorous exercise to control high cholestrol (high HDL, LDL)??

Ans :Regular exercise of 30-45 minutes 4-5 times weekly is most important than the intensity of workout.. Proper diet along with exercise is mandatory to keep a check on lipid profiles....