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I am 19 year old and my height is 5.5 and my weight is 49 kg. I am on bulk and I have gain 9 kg in last 5 months my previous weight was 40 kg but I have faced problem that my weight suddenly stoped increasing I am consuming adequate surplus calories according to me i.e nearly 1200 calories daily through banana shake(600 calories)which also has peanut and oats this shake I consume twice a day now what I should do now my Target Is to gain 12-15 kg healthy and muscular weight in next 4-5 months
Give me solution for this please.
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U have had a good weight gain. Rushing too fast to gain weight will have it's adverse effects also. For healthy weight gain take protein rich diet along with balanced diet with exercise.
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You’ve made impressive progress in your weight gain journey, and gaining 9 kg over 5 months is commendable. It’s common for weight gain to plateau after an initial phase, especially as your body’s metabolism adapts. While your current calorie surplus (~1200 kcal/day) seems substantial, it may no longer be enough to stimulate further gains as your body weight increases. To continue healthy and muscular weight gain, you’ll need to:
1. Reassess your total daily caloric needs – As you gain weight, your maintenance calories increase, so your surplus needs to be adjusted accordingly.
2. Diversify your nutrient intake – While banana shakes with oats and peanuts are calorie-dense, your body also needs high-quality proteins (eggs, paneer, chicken, legumes), healthy fats (avocados, nuts, seeds), and complex carbohydrates (brown rice, sweet potatoes).
3. Include resistance training – To build muscular weight rather than fat, consistent strength training is essential. It also stimulates appetite and nutrient partitioning towards muscle gain.
4. Track your progress – Monitor your weight weekly, and adjust your diet incrementally (add 200–300 kcal/week if no weight gain is seen).
5. Check for underlying issues – If you’re not gaining despite proper intake and training, consider screening for nutrient malabsorption, thyroid function, or gastrointestinal issues.
Consulting a physician and a certified nutritionist or sports dietitian can help tailor your plan for safe and sustained gains. Your goal of 12–15 kg in 4–5 months is ambitious, but with disciplined nutrition and training, gradual progress is achievable.
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Dr. Vishali R
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Hi.. thank you so much for sharing your concern. Kindly connect and consult for discussion of your concern
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Thanks for your question. It seems that you have reached the plateau phase. This is not something different happening with you. Everyone goes with this phase. Please don't stress out much. If you need a detailed consultation, please book a consult. I am working in United Kingdom, so please mind the timings accordingly.
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
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7 yrs exp
Gurgaon
-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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Dr. Haripriya Addanki
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Tirupati
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Kolkata
New few more details. Kindly consult for further evaluation
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Dr. Koushik
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Karimnagar
Kindly consult and give more info please
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Dr. Shruti Goswami
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12 yrs exp
Pune
Have u done any blood test
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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