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Suggest Treatment For Over Weight And Pain In Legs
I am over weight and I have been getting shooting pains in my legs and will sometimes feel like they fall asleep, also when i drive i feel like im going to pass out and it comes on really sudden and my heart races. I also get that way if I over do myself with chores but driving is when i normally feel it.
Sat, 14 Apr 2018
Naturopathy & Yoga Specialist, Dr. Suchda's Response
Hello,
Most leg pains result from being overweight. Your discomfort is undoubtedly due to your weight which you have to manage by adopting a healthy regime: -A plan that would help you lose ten percent of your body weight would improve or eliminate your symptoms. -A balanced diet containing all essential nutrients in natural form - Vitamin C & D antioxidants like lemon juice, coconut water fruit vegies oats. -Don't overeat. -Take 4-5 liter of water in a day. -Keep constipation at bay. -Proper sleep and rest. -Regular exercise, yoga pranayama plan and aerobic exercise and strength training plan that would help you lose ten percent of your body weight would improve or eliminate your symptoms both important in helping your hips, back, and feet feel better and in helping to strengthen your muscles so that you can exercise and walk without this pain. If the problem persists consult your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Suchda
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Suggest Treatment For Over Weight And Pain In Legs
Hello, Most leg pains result from being overweight. Your discomfort is undoubtedly due to your weight which you have to manage by adopting a healthy regime: -A plan that would help you lose ten percent of your body weight would improve or eliminate your symptoms. -A balanced diet containing all essential nutrients in natural form - Vitamin C & D antioxidants like lemon juice, coconut water fruit vegies oats. -Don t overeat. -Take 4-5 liter of water in a day. -Keep constipation at bay. -Proper sleep and rest. -Regular exercise, yoga pranayama plan and aerobic exercise and strength training plan that would help you lose ten percent of your body weight would improve or eliminate your symptoms both important in helping your hips, back, and feet feel better and in helping to strengthen your muscles so that you can exercise and walk without this pain. If the problem persists consult your doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Suchda