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Dr Chandrakant Lahariya is a diabetologist, an infectious diseases and public health specialist and a vaccine expert.
The Delhi-based senior physician also has over 20 years of experience in hypertension, thyroid disorders and respiratory illnesses.
An expert on common health issues and the preventive aspects of medicine, he has co-authored the book, Till We Win: India's Fight Against The Covid-19 Pandemic.
Dr Chandrakant completed his MBBS from the Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, and his MD from the Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi.
He has a DNB (National Board of Examination, 2009) certification and a diploma in vaccinology from Institut Pasteur, Paris.... more
Asked by Anonymous - Oct 02, 2024Hindi
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I am 53 years old and have a decently active life style. i do gym ( cardio,weights, core etc ) for @ 90 min daily for 6 days a week and also walk around 3 kms and climb @ 12 floors average on a daily basis, I am a diabetic since 14 years and blood sugar is under control. My BP is normally @135/75 with @ 62 as heart beat. i consume @4 ltrs of water . Of late i feel very exhausted especially when i claim the stairs or walk. my total calories intake per day is 1800 cals -fully veg with a protein of @ 75 gms . What would be the reason for my exhaustion and how can i get over it.? please help

Ans: It is possible that while you are consuming as per the daily needs but the distribution of the meals and calories are irregular. May consult a dietitian.
Also, increase fruits and vegetables in diet. Get Vit D and B12 and LFT and Thyroid Function testing done and you may benefit from some micronutrient and vitamin supplement.
I am not a big supporter of vitamin supplement but in your case, it seems those may benefit.

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Dr Chandrakant Lahariya
Centre for Health: The Specialty Practice
Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi
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4. Eat fruits and vegetables in the diet. Vitamin D, B12 and E supplementation for shorter duration may help you in feeling revitalised, provided you may have deficiency.

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