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Need to gain weight
Hello doctors,
I am a 29 years old unmarried girl. My height is 5 feet and weight is around 44 kg. I want to gain some weight as I look very thin. What can I do to naturally gain some weight. Kindly suggest.
Note - I have hypothyroidism and I am currently taking thyroxine 37.5 mcg tablets daily.
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Thank you for sharing your concern. Based on your details (29 years, 5 feet, 44 kg, hypothyroidism on Thyroxine 37.5 mcg), your BMI is around 19, which is slightly on the lower side but not critically low. Since you have hypothyroidism, it’s important first to ensure your thyroid levels (TSH, T3, T4) are in the normal range with the current medication. Poorly controlled thyroid can affect both weight and energy.
Tips to gain healthy weight naturally:
1. Frequent Balanced Meals – Eat 5–6 smaller meals instead of 2–3 large ones.
2. Add Calorie-Dense, Nutrient-Rich Foods
Nuts, seeds, nut butters (almonds, walnuts, peanut butter).
Milk, paneer, curd, cheese.
Eggs, chicken, fish, dals, beans.
Whole grains (oats, brown rice, chapati, quinoa).
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Gaining healthy weight requires a balanced diet, proper thyroid care, and tailored lifestyle changes
-Eat nutrient-dense, calorie-rich foods: Include healthy fats (nuts, seeds, avocado), complex carbohydrates (brown rice, whole wheat, millets), and quality proteins (eggs, dairy, legumes, lean meats) to support muscle and weight gain.
-Make sure you at least have one protein source in each of your major meals which include sources like paneer, eggs, chicken, lentils daily. You can also have sattu as a sattu drink or sattu paratha in your meals.
-Avoid sugary snacks and processed foods as they provide less nutrition and empty calories.
-Practice regular exercise in form of strength training or resistance exercises which can help add muscle mass and help improve energy levels.
-Stay hydrated (2- 2.5 litres of water) and ensure adequate sleep (7-8 hours) for better overall health.
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Do consult me for personalized guidance on helping you manage hypothyroidism and achieve healthy weight gain.
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Hello user
See, you will not gain until the cause of underweight is not treated.
There are many reason of being underweight
. Improper liver functions
. Endocrine imbalance ( diabetes/ thyroid)
. IBS
. Tuberculosis
. Improper dietary diet
. Vitamins and minerals deficiency
.Eating disorders
. Improper sleep
.Stress
. Medication
Many more
HOW WE TREAT UNDERWEIGHT THRU DIET
. Finding and Curing the cause of underweight
. Treating the deficiency and symptoms cause due to underweight
. Diet to get ideal weight
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Vitals,health parameter, physical activity, family history, occupation, daily routine and any many.so ,if you want to contact ,please contact us thru the link below or via Practo
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You can consider starting with coriander seeds water in the morning and include around 40% uncooked fruits or vegetables in your meal . Rest you can consult me for detailed consultation and diet through app
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Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you.
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Ms. Moumita Dutta
Dietitian/Nutritionist
10 yrs exp
Kolkata
You may contact for personalised diet plan.
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For healthy tips follow my YouTube▶️ channel
https://youtube.com/@moumitadutta9588(dietitian Moumita Dutta)
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
There is hypothyroidism and want weight gain naturally, it’s important to focus on a nutrient dense, metabolism supports and harmone balance foods .
Add in diet Best weight gain foods
Complex carbs:
Brown rice, sweet potato, oat, whole grains roti
Protein:
Lentils, legumes, paneer, vegan protein
Healthy fats :
Avocados, peanut butter, flax and chia seeds, ghee
High calorie additions :
Dates , nuts , nut butter, coconut milk and Jaggery
Herbs :
Ashwagandha, Shatavari
Avoid
Raw goitrogen in large amounts
Refined foods : maida , sugar
Processed soy
Caffeine and alcohol
Lifestyle tips
Exercise daily
Stay active
Sleep well
Manage stress
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Ms. Samriddha Dasgupta Sarkar
Clinical Nutritionist
22 yrs exp
Kolkata
This needs customized diet plan...please connect through App, to discuss better
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect over consultation to help you better
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls connect through app directly.
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