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Hemanthreddy Question by Hemanthreddy on Jun 25, 2024Hindi
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Hello doctor, Iam hemanth 22 years old. I want myself look fit and handsome. So I have started my daily workout . My aim is to burn 500 calories everyday. My daily routine include 20 min jogging , 100 sun salutations and some hiit workouts . Coming to my diet nothing special 2 meals of rice and vegetables everyday. But my mother is worried about me because she thinks that Iam doing heavy physical work and no proper food . She always fights with me to stop this as it makes my face look like a patient . She said that Iam getting weaker and weaker day by day as my face is looking dull. I don't understand what to do . Want to be fit is everyones goal right ? Please suggest a good diet for me. It should not affect my outer appearance especially my face. Thank in advance

Ans: - Have 3 proper meals
- Include protein with every meal, reduce a bit of carb in the diet
- Along with proper exercise, eating whole foods is equally important.
- Avoid packaged and processed foods
- Have a good sleep schedule -7-8hrs/day
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