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I am feeling weakness in legs and hands, want to have some diet plan
I am vegetarian
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Better to share your blood reports if any
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plz done vitamin B12,D and calcium need to be done
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Share me the blood reports, may have some deficiency.
Share your daily routine, food intake and physical activity
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Can consult me for the best outcome https://www.practo.com/ghaziabad/doctor/dr-dt-archna-gupta-dietitian-nutritionist
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Weakness in legs and hands indicates deficiencies.. A proper diet that shall suffice your requirement is all you need. Kindly connect through Practo portal for further consultation and guidance.
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Plz connect through Practo app for better consultation
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I will guide you properly you can connect me
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Weakness in the legs and hands can occur due to several reasons, including inadequate nutrition, low iron, vitamin B12 or vitamin D deficiency, dehydration, poor sleep, stress, or an underlying medical condition. As a vegetarian, ensure you are getting enough protein from sources like dals, beans, chickpeas, soy products, milk, curd, and paneer. Include iron-rich foods (spinach, beetroot, jaggery, sesame seeds) along with vitamin C-rich fruits to improve absorption. Stay well hydrated and maintain regular meals. If the weakness is persistent, worsening, or associated with symptoms such as dizziness, numbness, or difficulty walking, please consult a healthcare professional for evaluation and blood tests.
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please get your blood tests done and then consult a dietitian who can understand the root cause and work accordingly
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We need to have detailed conversation about your daily meals , medical records , workout pattern , stress levels , hydration etc. then we can suggest for health upgradation. Please consult via app. Thanku
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Leg pain can occur due to various reasons such as muscle strain, prolonged standing, vitamin deficiencies (especially Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D), poor circulation, arthritis, or other medical conditions.
As a vegetarian, ensure adequate intake of:
• Protein: Dal, beans, chickpeas, soy products, milk, curd, paneer
• Vitamin B12: Milk, curd, fortified cereals
• Calcium: Milk, curd, paneer, sesame seeds, ragi
• Iron: Green leafy vegetables, dates, jaggery, lentils
• Vitamin D: Regular morning sunlight exposure
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• Stay well hydrated
• Perform gentle stretching and walking exercises
• Avoid sitting or standing in one position for long periods
• Maintain a healthy body weight
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please consult via app for further details
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If the pain is severe, persistent, associated with swelling, numbness, weakness, or difficulty walking, please consult an orthopedic doctor or physician for proper evaluation and necessary tests.
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Weakness in the legs and hands should not be ignored, as it may be related to inadequate nutrition, loss of muscle mass, dehydration, poor sleep, stress, or deficiencies of nutrients such as vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, magnesium, or protein.
As a vegetarian, focus on a balanced diet that supports both energy levels and muscle health:
Early Morning:
4–5 soaked almonds + 2 walnuts
Warm water or herbal tea
Breakfast:
Moong dal chilla with paneer stuffing OR vegetable besan chilla
1 bowl curd or a glass of milk
Mid-Morning:
1 seasonal fruit (guava, apple, orange, papaya, etc.)
Lunch:
2–3 rotis or a portion of rice
1 bowl dal/rajma/chole
1 bowl mixed vegetable sabzi
Salad and curd
Evening Snack:
Roasted chana, sprouts chaat, roasted peanuts, threptin biscuit, khakra, jowar ouff, quinoa puff or makhana.
Dinner:
2 rotis with paneer/tofu/soy chunks and vegetables
Soup or salad on the side
Before Bed:
A glass of haldi milk (if tolerated)
Additional Recommendations:
✔ Aim for adequate protein at every meal to help maintain muscle strength.
✔ Stay well hydrated (2–3 liters of water daily).
✔ Include regular light strength exercises or walking, as tolerated.
✔ Ensure 7–8 hours of quality sleep.
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I would also recommend checking your CBC, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Iron Profile, Thyroid Profile, and Blood Sugar levels if you have not done so recently. These tests can help identify any underlying cause and allow for more targeted nutrition guidance.
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Ms. Priya Gupta
Dietitian/Nutritionist
13 yrs exp
Delhi
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Ms. Shubhi hans
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3 yrs exp
Kanpur
Sure u should connect via practo
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Please connect over consultation to help better
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
17 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls join through app directly.
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