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How to gain weight
I m too thin though i eat a lot still i don't gain any weight. Can you please suggest how can i gain some weight
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We need to know your current height and weight, deworming status. Also need to rule out many causes like hormonal imbalances, inadequate nutrients intake, poor absorption, gut microbiome etc
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Eat balanced diet. Split your meals and consume every 2 to 4 hrs. Avoid unhealthy foods.
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Sweet potato, Bread, butter, nuts, milk, banana, rice, non-veg helps you to gain weight with proper exercise.
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Hello,, for weight gain you can go for the following suggestions :
1. Take small and frequent meals every 2-3 hours.
2. Walk after every meal for 10-15 minutes so that your digestion becomes better and you can eat sufficiently.
3. Include dates and figs in your diet.
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Foods to be consumed when in underweight are sweet potato kheer, milk based kheer, full cream milk, milk and milk products, nuts, seeds, dry fruits, have Roots and tubers in moderation, moderate to low intensity exercises, low fiber food, all seasonal fruits and vegetables, dark green leafy vegetables, ghee in dal daily along with rice, good sleep and rest, home made sweets, banana almond milk shake upon rising on empty stomach..red bananas etc are all necessary for body to pick up some good weight..
For further details contact through practo for a detailed analysis ..
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please consult doctor and check for any underlying medical conditions such as any hormonal imbalances relating to thyroid etc.., or any family history..
please check and find out with some blood tests 8f possible under doctor's guidance..
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well balanced diet, moderate carbs, plant protein, fats, plenty of water intake per day around 2 to 3 litres..chew food well, and don't eat food in front of tv, mobile ..
home cooked food only...daily.home made sweets, curds, cheese, panner etc...foods
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Contact me through practo direct consultation for further information surely help you.
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Let me know ur present weight .
Eat plenty of vegetables fruits and greengram sprouts.for health fitnes.
Exercise,yoga and play sports for good health.
Milk milk products dryfruits ,millets keep u in a stable healthy weight making u active.
Good sleep keeps u relaxed and healthy.
Still more for any supporting medicines call thru practo.
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Ms. Neha Tushar Gore
Dietitian/Nutritionist
11 yrs exp
Pune
You need to do proper workout .sleep is also important.Diet rich in carbohydrates proteins and healthy fats is advisable.
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For personalized diet plan contact me directly on practo or www.nehadietcounsellingfacilitity
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Ms. Shamika Desai
Dietitian/Nutritionist
15 yrs exp
Thane
You need to have high protein high Carbohydrates and healthy fats in diet. Along with it make sure you manage exercise too.
Consult me on Practo online consultation for a personalized diet plan.
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Ms. Phebe Vinodhini
Dietitian/Nutritionist
11 yrs exp
Bangalore
Weight gain may not happen if there is malnutrition which means there is consumption of only one or two of macro nutrients and diet may be deficient in micro nutrients, or if there is malabsorption ,or allergies or hormonal disturbance
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To rule out all these provide details regarding your food consumption pattern, life style, activity, Allergies if any
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Try and increase your calories by adding more portions of your carbs, such as chapati or rice , proteins, such as Dairy,sprouts,lentils eggs,fishwith variety of vegetables, seasonal fruits with optimal physical activity
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