Weight Loss

A balanced diet combined with regular exercise is the best way to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Supplements are not meant to replace a healthy diet, and each person may have different needs and diet requirements. Some people may have difficulty maintaining a healthy weight due to certain medical conditions. Supplements cannot be substituted for a doctor’s advice. In addition to following a healthy diet, these supplements may also be helpful for weight loss: L-Carnitine: An amino acid naturally produced by the body that transports long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria, where they are converted into energy. L-Carnitine may also help you lose weight when taken as a supplement. Other Benefits: L-Carnitine may improve athletic performance, decrease blood cholesterol levels, and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Partha Nandi, MD
Kimchi’s Role in Curbing Stubborn Fat and Alleviating Brain Neuroinflammation, Among Other Benefits
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Kimchi’s Role in Curbing Stubborn Fat and Alleviating Brain Neuroinflammation, Among Other Benefits

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Kimchi, a staple in Korean meals for hundreds of years, is a classic fermented side dish crafted from assorted vegetables and flavorful condiments.  While its roots lie in Korean culinary tradition, its global reputation is burgeoning. This rise in popularity is largely due to the numerous health benefits of kimchi, including enhanced digestion, inflammation control,…

Successful Weight Loss: Scientists Show That It Might All Be in Your Head
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Successful Weight Loss: Scientists Show That It Might All Be in Your Head

ByPartha Nandi, MD

A person whose weight is higher than what is considered healthy for their given height is described as overweight or even suffering from obesity. Obesity has spread beyond rich countries to affect people of all income levels. (1, 2) Defined as a high BMI (body mass index), obesity is a risk factor for many of…

5 Amazing Diet Secrets for Reducing Abdominal Fat From Dietitians
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5 Amazing Diet Secrets for Reducing Abdominal Fat From Dietitians

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Science might be the last thing you think about when you want to lose weight. But research on dietary needs and habits has helped dietitians come up with valuable insights. Based on the evidence, certain diet secrets may bring a positive change to your health and help you achieve your weight loss goals, especially when…

Can’t Sleep? Have You Tried Working Out?
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Can’t Sleep? Have You Tried Working Out?

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Nothing can be more frustrating than lying down for a good night’s sleep only to find yourself tossing and turning. You might also find you fall to sleep right away, but then wake in the middle of the night. However, poor sleep is not just frustrating. It can also interfere with your health. According to…

Top 7 Fermented Foods To Include In Your Diet
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Top 7 Fermented Foods To Include In Your Diet

ByPartha Nandi, MD

What Are Fermented Foods & Why Should I Eat Them? Fermentation allows food items to sit for an extended time in conditions that will enable the sugars and carbs to be broken down by bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms present in the food. The byproducts of this breakdown change the food into something altogether different….

12 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism
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12 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Metabolism is the process of your body converting food and drinks into energy. It’s always happening, even when you’re at rest; it doesn’t only happen while you’re digesting food or physically active. Your body constantly uses energy for breathing, circulation, organ function, regulating hormone levels, growing and repairing cells, and more.  Everybody has a different…

About Intermittent Fasting: Possible Benefits and How to Try It
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About Intermittent Fasting: Possible Benefits and How to Try It

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Let’s talk about intermittent fasting since it’s been getting increasing attention lately from the medical community. It’s exactly what it sounds like: interspersing extended periods of not eating in between regular meals. You don’t (necessarily) change what you eat or how much you eat at a meal. You just change when you eat. This isn’t…