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Suggest Reasons For Sudden Weight Gain

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Posted on Mon, 14 Nov 2016
Question: Hi,
I am IT professional and as usual i spend 12 hours working. Due to personal and office stress I could not spend much time on my health. While i dont overeat but have been in habit of skipping breakfast, late dinner and sleeping at 2am. I have gained 15 kgs weight over last 3 years. I am looking for recommendations on losing my weight and to reduce stress.
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Answered by Dr. Harish Naik (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
Before saying anything, I would like to know your height and weight.
And also regarding your work, is it sedentary?
Kindly get back to me with this information. I'll be glad to help you out.
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Follow up: Dr. Harish Naik (32 minutes later)
Thank you for your response. I am 31 years old, 5'10" height , 90 kgs weight. I am IT manager and most of my time is at desk work. I spent time at home with some learning and development.
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Answered by Dr. Harish Naik (49 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Kindly find the detailed answer below, take care

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome
Good to hear from you
When you are going for weight loss programme it is important to set realistic goal, like loosing 1 to 1/2 kg per week.

It is always wise to club physical activity with diet plan for better results. A brisk walk of 30 minutes or some light exercises may be started at initial phase. Gradually improving the time and frequency. It may be difficult in your case but you can try alternative as using treadmill.

Few tips that will be helpful
You have to go for high fiber sources of energy while eliminating any possible source of empty calories like alcohol and carbonated beverages.
Fruits and vegetables are low in calories but are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. These are good options for a quick bite as a snack.
Whole pulses and cereal grains are packed with quality fiber, and maintain satiety for longer hours. You may divide the meals into small portions and have it at regular intervals.
Fats and fried foods are full of flavors but at the same a time these foods provide quite high calorie post digestion
Dairy is important, but is would be wise to opt for low fat dairy products and avoid adding any sugar to these items.
Avoid empty calories like alcohol and carbonated beverages. Also, the other high calorie foods like sweets, white rice, sugars, ice cream, refined foods etc. should be taken with caution.
You can also try few sample diet chart, that suits you, I'll give you link, Go through them.
https://www.pritikin.com/your-health/health-benefits/healthy-weight-loss/1720-healthy-meal-plan-for-weight-loss.html
But I would like to say that me or the healthcaremagic are not associated with the site.

Hope this helps. I'll glad to address your further queries
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Suggest Reasons For Sudden Weight Gain

Brief Answer: Provide additional information Detailed Answer: Hi Welcome. Before saying anything, I would like to know your height and weight. And also regarding your work, is it sedentary? Kindly get back to me with this information. I'll be glad to help you out. Take care