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Can i use practin and dexona for weight gain?i am 5ft11inch and my weight 55.i dont want to eat
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please do not take any supplements withour physician or nutritionist's advice.
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Practin and Dexona are not safe for regular use to gain weightâthey can cause serious side effects.
Dexona is a steroid and can harm your body in the long runâlike weak immunity, water retention, mood changes, and even diabetes.
Practin may increase hunger, but it also causes sleepiness, dependency, and slows natural appetite signals.
These may give fast weight gain, but it's mostly water and fatânot healthy muscle.
Youâre underweight, so itâs better to gain in a safe and steady way.
Even if you donât feel like eating, start with small, high-calorie, easy-to-digest foods like banana milkshake, peanut butter toast, fruit smoothies, curd rice, or dry fruits.
Eat small meals every 2â3 hoursâeven 4â5 bites help when taken regularly.
Soaked raisins, dates, paneer cubes, and boiled potatoes are easy to add without feeling heavy.
If needed, a good quality weight gain supplement like Ensure, Protinex, or Horlicks Protein Plus (after checking with a doctor) can help.
Work on increasing natural hunger by staying active, avoiding long gaps in meals, and sleeping well.
Weight gain with the help of food and good routine is healthier and stays longer than shortcuts.
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Avoid adding table salt, extra oil, or heavy tadka to your meals. This helps reduce unnecessary sodium and unhealthy fats, supporting better heart health and overall wellness.
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If you still have any doubts or require further clarity, feel free to contact me or book a consultation. Iâll provide personalized guidance to help you achieve your health goals effectively.
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No, better to follow balanced diet and need to increase calories
I need to check your diet history and medical history so that I can plan customised diet plan.
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take direct consultation through practo
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add ghee in your diet and have eggs in breakfast
fruits like chiko, banana seasonal fruits 1 daily
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Better to take high protein diet.Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you.
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
No better to work in protein
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Healthy evening,
Using medication like prachin and dexona, for weight gain should be approached with caution and it’s important to understand both risk and side effects of these drugs
1. Practic :
It sometimes prescribed to stimulate appetite in people
Who have trouble eating, which may lead to weight
Gain
Long term use:
It can interfere natural hunger signals cause reducing
Appetite
2. Dexona :
Common side effects weight gain due to water retention and increase appetite
Long term use:
Increased blood sugar
Bone thinning
Fluids retention leads puffy or swelling
3. Important considerations:
Medical supervision is important
Appetite issues
4. Alternative to Medication
1. Nutrient dense, easy to eat foods
2. Small frequent meals
3. Supplements
5. Natural appetite stimulant:
Ginger and mint
Fennel seeds
Ashwagandha
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If you’re not feeling like eating and are considering medication like practic and dexona for weight gain , it’s crucial to consult a professional first
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
15 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good afternoon pls connect directly through app.
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