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I want to increase my weight because i look too thin.currently i am living in a hostel so it's hard to maintain a good diet. I wish to increase at least 3-4 kg my current weight is 37 .
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There must me some hormonal issue, in hostel life yes it is difficult to manage the diet but as you will start gradually increase your diet with positive approach you will get the result.
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blood test ,height and lifestyle history is required
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fix up your body clock like wake up time, meal time and sleeping Time.
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Please check your iron levels with blood test. Include healthy fats (small amount of ghee, nuts and seeds), and protein. Keep fruits and nuts handy.
Also, sometimes weight gain could be slow, depending on their genes.
Make sure you are physically active.
Check with your doctor if you need deworming.
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what is your height??
for weight gaining maintain diet atleast do breakfast luch n dinner
take 2 litres liquid in a day.
maintain sleep cycle
take 8 hours sound sleep.
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Gaining weight in a healthy way , especially when living in hostel , can be a challenge due to limited access to variety of foods and busy routine.
But it’s definitely possible!
Here are some practical and affordable recommendations
To help you increase weight.
1. Focus on nutrients dense , calorie rich foods :
Add in diet nuts , nut butter
Full fat dairy, Avocados, oats and porridge
2. Protein-rich foods :
Essential for muscle growth
Add eggs, lentils and legumes, tofu and paneer
3. Healthy carbs:
Carbs are crucial for weight gain , provide energy and
Help muscle growth
Whole grains:
Brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat bread, whole grains
Pasta are excellent choices.
Sweet potatoes and regular potatoes
Bananas
4. Healthy fats :
Fats are calorie-dense will help you reach your weight
Gain more easily.
Olive oil or ghee , coconut.
5. Frequent, balanced meals:
Eating every 3-4 hours can help you consume more
Calories throughout the day.
Some meals ideas
Breakfast:
Oatmeal with nuts , seeds or eggs with toast and
Avocados
Mid morning snack:
A handful of nuts with slice of fruits
Lunch :
A protein rich like lentils curry with rice or paneer with roti and side vegetables
Afternoon snack:
Peanut butter and whole wheat crackers or smoothie with milk , fruits, oats and protein powder
Dinner :
Rice with protein ( eggs/ chicken/ tofu) and vegetables cooked in ghee or olive oil
Evening snack:
Full - fat yogurt with granola or a protein shakes.
6. Get enough sleep and manage stress:
Rest is essential for recovery and muscle growth.
Try to manage stress through relaxation techniques
Or hobbies
Practical tips for hostel living:
Stock up on non -perishable items like peanut butter, nuts ,canned beans or lentils
Batch cook and meal prep when you have kitchen access
Ex: make a big pot or rice and lentils and use it for several
Meals
Utilise shared kitchen space:
Try to prepare simple meals in bulk
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