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Hi doctor , I want to weight gain after delivery . So what should I do for gaining weight. Because after baby birth my bleeding is going on . That's why i feel a lots of weakness as well as pain in my body. So please I need your help...

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Take protein and iron rich foods. ... Read More

I had a normal delivery in August 2016. My current weight is 71 kg and height is 5'2". I gained about 12 kgs . Can I take zerofat a tablets for weight loss? I'm breastfeeding my baby who is 8 months old.

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Take high fiber low fat diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. ask me directly for detailed diet plan. ... Read More

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I was under c.section for my delivery as there was no sufficient water for baby inside. Now I gained weight of 75 kg. My friend suggested me to take HERBALIFE NUTRITION FOOD. It's a kind of milkshakes as breakfast. Where it is trustworthy?? Whether any side effects of this product?? Pl help me Shall I start with this product??

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Hi, weight gain after delivery is quite natural. You can lose this weight easily with our customized diet packages. We cannot say much about Herbalife products but many clients have come to us who sa ... Read More

Hi doc,i hv a baby of six months.i had cesarean delivery.after delivery i am contunuosly loosing my weight.during pregnancy my weight ws around 58kg & nw its only 43kg.plz provide me a diet chart so that i can gain weight.iv become skinny and dnt like myself.feel so embarrased becoz of this thin body:-(.plz help me out.Thanx.

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Hi, send me u r detail history and reports on shilpa.nadematgmail.com so that I will help you personally, (it's @after nadem) ... Read More

Hi,after delivery i gaind lots of weight. I had a c section delivery ,7 months completed .can i start skipping and cycling from now. Any tips to reduce weight. Please suggest me .

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you need to consult dietician nearby ... Read More

I've put on too much weight after delivery...I've delivered on august in this year...can I start exercising now..??...if not then when can I start ...??

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Yes u can ... Read More

Hello Doctor, am a working women & I have 6 months old baby and feeding my baby daily along with some supplements. I had undergone C-SECTION. I am 5 feet 8inches tall and before pregnancy I was 74 KGS. Now after delivery I have gained lot of weight and I feel am still increasing. Bcoz I had become 84 KGS & now am 89 KGS. I myself have milk

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Hi there..First and foremost you must understand losing your weight is a very gradual process. You should have strong determination and patience if you want to lose weight. And it cannot happen sudden ... Read More

My wife weight is increased during pregnancy and I want to know how to loose weight now after baby delivery diet plus exercise please guide

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Consult dietician ... Read More

Hi all Post delivery my weight got reduced But again it got increased I am going feeding my baby also Can i have green tea or honey and hot water while feeding my baby Kindly suggest some exercise

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Breastfeeding is an exerting process. So there is more calories burning. But as you start weaning baby you also have to Restrict your calorie intake. Yes you can have 2 cup of green tea if you still ... Read More

Doing exercise, going walking, is not giving me good results I need a good diet plan but it should be my regular foods not a new plan & I need to know what Crt exercise will reduce weight & a week fully I do exercise then I gained 5 kgs extra then i stopped doing exercise... how it is possible sometimes I think I have diastasis recti... I

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Hello, Greetings from Dietitian Souvik Chakraborty, I can understand your concern about healthy diet, for getting excellent results in diet plan, you need to follow some golden rule of healthy diet, ... Read More

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Consult for discussion and treatment ... Read More

Baby girl born with weight 4.2 kg. 1 month weight was 4.7 kg 2 month weight 5.2 kg 3 month weight 5.6 kg 4 month weight 6 kg 5 month weight 6.2 kg She is exclusive bf. Her weight gain is very slow. Also she is active. Is this weight gain normal? Do i need to supplement with formula,

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It is important to know here if the mother was diabetic for which the baby was 4.2kg. If so then its ok for 5m baby to be 6kg ... Read More

My baby weight during birth was 2.2kg she was IUGR and delivered in 36th week, now after one month her weight is 2.9kg. Is she gaining the weight appropriately?

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It’s fine , in first month , a bit lower range of normal this is common.next month onwards baby will improve 15-30 gm per kg per day .For Your baby at least 30 gm per day, No need to check every day w ... Read More

I am trying to gain weight and I am suspecting some vitamin deficiencies as I'm feeling very sleepy and tired after I joined strength training in gym.

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Yeah. Vitamin deficiencies can hamper weight gain. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six 86 seven eight 96 for proper guidance and treatment. ... Read More

I am gaining weight so fast.even after dieting I am gaining the weight.after eating something from outside i am gaining weight the next day.how I can loose weight

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Pls contact me for customised diet plan ... Read More

How to gain weight in one month please tell doctor I want to gain weight in one month i am very skinny and tell me what to take share some syrup also how to take

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Simple , safe and effective 1- month weight gain for female , without heavy gym or complex diet 1. Eat calories dense + healthy foods High calorie combos Peanut butter + banana + milk Pa ... Read More

Hi Mam iam 32 weeks pregnant when I checked my last 15 days back same as today also note yet weight gained last 15 days is it any problem

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As long as the baby is active and healthy in ultrasound, weight gain is not that relevant. We aim for only 9-11 kg weight gain in a healthy pregnancy. 1 kg in 1st trimester, 5 kg each in 2nd and 3rd ... Read More

Since i m 31 years old women and my bmi is 17 it's underweight and my weight is not gaining eating everything but not getting any results if I gain just 1 or 2 kg also if I get cold or something I lose it very fast and now m trying to concieve for pragnancy so want to keep healthy bmi level so what should I do I take healthy diet foods bt still not

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Hi Please check your thyroid, and other basic blood parameters, to rule out any other issues. If everything is good, focus on increasing your calories slowly to support weight gain. ... Read More

Weight has increased — I’m currently 83 kg. I’m 30 years old, married, and don’t have children. Last year, I followed a diet plan; I reduced my weight from 81 kg to 76 kg in 2 months. After that, I returned to my normal routine, and this year my weight again increased to 79 kg. Then I consulted another dietician. The first d

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Weight has increased — I’m currently 83 kg. I’m 30 years old, married, and don’t have children. Last year, I followed a diet plan; I reduced my weight from 81 kg to 76 kg in 2 months. After that, I returned to my normal routine, and this year my weight again increased to 79 kg. Then I consulted another dietician. The first d

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Hello. Weight changes are common when diet and lifestyle aren't consistent. Instead of strict diets, try simple and steady habits-like eating balanced meals, sleeping well, managing stress, doing regu ... Read More

Weight has increased — I’m currently 83 kg. I’m 30 years old, married, and don’t have children. Last year, I followed a diet plan; I reduced my weight from 81 kg to 76 kg in 2 months. After that, I returned to my normal routine, and this year my weight again increased to 79 kg. Then I consulted another dietician. The first d

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Avoidspicyfood,oily,sugar,fried, processed food.drink plane water or lemonwater., buttermilk ... Read More

I have very low appetite whenever I try to eat much food i feel nausea since childhood i have been skinny I am unable to put on weight

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Many factors influence the body weight Help me to understand your defeciency status Your ht,wt , Your gut health status Your work life balance Your food consumption pattern ... Read More

Should I add weight gainer in my diet to gain weight ..and are they safe to use ? And I have a busy schedule 9-6 office hrs then should I go for weight gainer

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Good evening, Any clinical condition is hindering you from weight gain. I have dealt with so many weight gain patients. Kindly contact me personally through practo app ... Read More

Hi my daughter is 48 days old and her birth weight was 2.850 now her weight is 3.250 I'm only breastfeeding her and she passes urine more than 6 times a day. Should I need to worry about not gaining weight or its normal or need to give any supplements for weight gain?

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS ... Read More

Hi dr.. I'm 38 years old.. 4.11 height.. but my weight is 39.. mother to 8 year old kid.. acidity issue after delivery.. going through stress n anxiety issues after delivery.. took 2 years medicine .. but now again feeling unhappy.. sad.. trying to gain weight.. now no acidity.. eating but stomach growing.. nobody.. help me to gain weight

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Hello, Are you on stress and anxiety medicines? Since your metabolism is high you have a lower than normal BMI. Please share your blood reports if you have tested recently. And we need to plan a c ... Read More

My baby is 3 month old. Her birth weight was 4.2 kg Day 6 weight was 3.8 kg 1 month weight was 4.6 kg 2 month weight was 5.2 kg 3 month weight is 5.6 kg. Is this weight increase is normal. She is active but not gaining weight as per standard which is 800 gm for first 3 month.

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Usually they should be double the weight by 5 months of age . Just ensure adequacy of breast feeding . And correct any feeding issues . ... Read More

I am very lean and low bmi and I have six month old baby. Please suggest any ayurvedic medicine safe for breastfeeding mother to gain weight

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For a breastfeeding mother, Ayurveda can help improve weight safely with nourishing herbal formulations (like Dhatuposhak lehyam), ghee, milk, and balanced diet. Medicines and diet must be chosen care ... Read More

My father has been diagnosed with diabetes and cholesterol about 5-6 years back.Currently both are under control he uses medicines regularly .Rest of all tests are normal .He is 63 but looks like 80 with several wrinkles and folds at face and neck area .He is worried about that and his weight is currently at 45 kg without any gain since 4-5 years .

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Yes it can be possible with exercise and diet changes. Consult your nearby dietician and physiotherapist. ... Read More

My father has been diagnosed with diabetes and cholesterol about 5-6 years back.Currently both are under control he uses medicines regularly .Rest of all tests are normal .He is 63 but looks like 80 with several wrinkles and folds at face and neck area .He is worried about that and his weight is currently at 45 kg without any gain since 4-5 years .

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My son is 13 years old. He currently weighs 53 kgs. Sept 2024 he was 50kgs this sep 2025 he is 53 which means he has gained only 3 kgs in a year… is it normal? Also since April 2025 to sep he has only gained 400gms

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query Kindly contact me on Practo or whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS, MD PAEDIATRICS, PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow (New ... Read More

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