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Rapid weight gain
I have started working in hospital 6 months ago where I have alternate 12 hours day and night shift. For past 1 year I have been noticing constant weight gain. I don't regularly go to gym and have a moderately balanced diet with processed food as well. I started wearing a ring in sep that stopped fitting me around November. Is this a weight gain or fluid retention. I have a family history of diabetes and high BP as well
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Aap sabse phele water intake badha de aur proper sleep le use aapko bhut farm padega vit d aur b12 check kraye
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please do your basic blood test 1st..
check your hormones levels as well.
maintain 8 hours sound sleep, take healthy food, hydrate your body well, avoid stress level...
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Given your family history of BP and sugar issues, it’s crucial to regularly monitor both. Weight gain can be due to hormonal imbalances or anemia, so it's important to check those as well. I recommend contacting Avelife Wellness Centre for further support.
Let me know if you need any more guidance!
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For now, try drinking fennel seed water with cinnamon alternately, and have ginger tea regularly.
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Good afternoon!
The night shift could have messed up your circadian rhythm and eating habits. It’s good to do a basic blood test for TSH, HbA1C, Vitamin D, B12 and CBC.
This will shed some light to understand if there’s any underlying issue.
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Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you.
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
15 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls consult directly through app.
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Healthy evening,
Managing weight with a day / night shift schedule is tricky, but it’s definitely possible either way few thoughtful changes to diet and lifestyle.
The main focus on balancing meals, managing portion and support energy levels while also getting rest .
Here are some diet tips
1. Portionise balanced meals
Protein
Complex carbs
Healthy fats
Veggies and fruits
2.Manage meals timings
Pre- shift meals
Healthy snacks
After -shift meals
3. Stay hydrated:
Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay
Hydrated. Herbal teas , water squeeze with lemon can
Also curb cravings
4. Limit caffeine and sugary drinks:
5. Get enough sleep
Sleep is incredibly for weight management 7-9 hours
Of sleep
6. Exercise regularly:
Try to fit in some physical activity during the day,
Whether it’s quick workout, a walk , or stretching
Exercise
If weight gain is main concern, tracking meals and snacks can help identify any patterns that might be causing it .
Small adjustments like meal prepping or changing the timings of meals can go long way in managing weight on a shift schedule.
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
It could be due to hormones imbalance and improper eating habits
Better to connect over consultation to help you better.
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