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I want to know what's the best vitamins for me to gain weight faster. I am located here in the Philippines.

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There are various reasons of not gaining weight or reason of being underweight 1. Endocrine disturbances 2. Genetic 3. Vitamins and minerals deficiency 4. Psychological problem 5.IBS 6. Eating disorde ...  Read More

I was 86KG december , 2016. I fell in love in january 2017 and suddenly started losing weight. My current weight is 72kg and my height is 172. I wanted to be fit . but my tomach fat and lap(leg) fat doesnt reduce. Help me with reducing weight. Sometimes, my lap starts vibrating suddenly , sometimes my eyes even. I felt its due to less vitamins. Pl

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Take high fiber low fat diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. Avoid outside food completely. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for yo ...  Read More

I've been gaining weight since the summer for reasons my nutritionist doesn't understand. I have not changed my eating or exercise habits. I eat healthy and nutritious meals. I finally decided to check my blood work and the only abnormality was high levels of vitamin D. I do not take any supplements so I do not understand where the high levels come

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Hi increased levels of Vit d is only caused due to high doses of vitamin d supplements. Sun exposure or diet sources don't cause them. Did you check your calcium levels too​? Are they ok. Excess ...  Read More

Hi My age is 22 n my scaling is 5,6 and 49kgs.. I eat healthy diet and do rregular exercises and i have done all the blood tests and all seems normal and an year back i have been diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis and have undergone colonoscopy and used medicines and got it solved and in blood test i found vitamin OH 25 D as 5.. PLease help me gain

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Take high protein diet. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. Ask me privately for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

Weight gain, vitamin b,d12 calcium iron deficiency , hairloss, dark circles.

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Hello, You can address all your deficiencies by following a 100 percent natural diet which will immensely help you. ...  Read More

Want to gain weight need some medicines or diet plan which will help to gain weight advice me vitamin

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Healthy weight can be gained without any medicine and supplements. For a customized diet plan for health weight gain, please book a direct consult with me on Practo. ...  Read More

Hello, Which vitamin help in weight gain? how to gain weight for pregnancy ? Planning to conceive In coming months ? I am too thin

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There are no specific vitamins for weight gain. You can visit a gym where they can teach you exercises for this purpose. Start folic acid as you plan to conceive. ...  Read More

Hi Doc good morning, I want to gain weight what should i do? what vitamins should i drink? i really want to gain weight. i hope you can help me with my problem

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To gain weight you need to take healthy carbs like brown/unpolished rice, oats, bananas (3-4 daily), potatoes, fresh milk and home made milk products like curd, butter, paneer, ghee etc. Do 30 mins of ...  Read More

I'am 20 years old, 50kg and 5'9ft, I want to gain weight but its really hard for me. What are the best supplements or vitamins in gaining weight?

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Hi, surely will help you. You required weight gain diet then only the prescribed supplement will help you to put on weight. See, there are many reason of not gaining weight. . Endrocrine problems . ...  Read More

I am gaining weight due to vitamin D deficiency, what should I do?? It is very difficult to accept, I am feeling down, please suggest the medication

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Please send me your vitamin d report and all other relevant investigations ...  Read More

His height & weight are almost stagnant from the past many months. His urine smells very bad just like a chemical, though it's colour is pale yellow.

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Age of child ? ...  Read More

I’m 20 years old and weigh only 36 kg. Is this healthy? I eat like a normal 20-year-old, but no matter what I eat, my weight just doesn’t seem to increase. I’ve been struggling to gain weight, and I’m starting to wonder if something is wrong. All reports are nrml.

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Weighing 36 kg at 20 can still be healthy for some body frames, especially if your reports already came back normal. Difficulty gaining weight despite eating well is often simply a faster metabolism o ...  Read More

My daughter of over a month old is on formula [Similac Total Comfort] Weight at Birth: 3 kg and after a month 3.3 kg. My daughter is born through C section and is formula fed from day 1, we started nan pro. She was having constipation, spitting milk and gas and we visited doctors and got her on medication for digestion and colic. But no improvement

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A month-old gaining 300 grams from a 3 kg birth weight is on the lower side, though babies do vary. Ongoing constipation, spitting up and gas that haven't improved after a week on medication and a for ...  Read More

My baby’s birth weight was 2.8 kg, and at 28 days the weight is 3.3 kg. Is this weight gain normal and adequate for the baby’s age? What should I do to help my baby gain weight appropriately?

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A gain of around 500 grams over the first 28 days is a reasonable start for many newborns, though the right way to judge this is by tracking it on your baby's growth chart rather than one number. ...  Read More

My 3.3-year-old girl is not gaining weight she is 12kg now and a picky eater. She has some kind of problem, as she always has bruises on her shins, and sometimes on her lap and arms, which disappear within a week. She also has dark under-eye circles. Sometimes when she cries a lot or vomits, petechiae appear on her face, but they resolve within a w

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRI ...  Read More

I have issue with my weight . Even I eat everything but dont gain weight and bad odor in fart and bloating issues .what should I do ?

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If you are unable to gain weight despite adequate intake, the bloating and foul-smelling gas should be evaluated rather than treated only with supplements. Causes can include food intolerance, thyroid ...  Read More

Hi I have a 16 months old baby girl her weight is 9 kgs but she looks thin no matter what she won't eat food In ayurveda is there any medicine to increase baby's weight and some mass

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Consult ...  Read More

My height is 5'5" (165 cm) and my weight is around 53–54 kg. A dietitian suggested gradually reaching around 60 kg and eating something nourishing every 2–3 hours instead of having two heavy meals. What does Ayurveda recommend for healthy weight gain in my case? Is frequent eating every 2–3 hours appropriate, or should I wait unti

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According to ayurved,you have to eat accordingly to your digestive fire ,we call it agni in ayurved term,you have to follow daily routine like sleep early,wake up in morning,if you have follow this 2- ...  Read More

My baby boy bw 2.4 kg...he was ariund 7 kg when 1 yr old at 13 month completion around 7.3 kg...now 16 months 7.8 kg...he has very poor appetite and eat very less he is on bm... He is late crawler...started at 10.5 month...walking stafted at 15 month. without support... Also now he prefers to crawl and walk sometimes when asked or busy playing... H

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Proper evaluation of child would be needed to asses for any deficiencies and the reason for developmental.delay and low weight gain. Kindly connect on practo or WhatsApp consultation at 811227783three ...  Read More

So I was slim and weighing 50-55kgs as per bmi. But last September that is September of 2025 I started noticing that my clothes stopped fitting me, I had gained weight around my tummy, hips and breast. I was in proper hourglass figure but now I have turned into pear shaped with heavy lower body. Now I do diet and exercises but my weight is constant

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. You can discuss via whatsapp on 971*66*33* ...  Read More

I am in 19th of pregnancy But not able to gain much weight even after having meals all day Before pregnancy it was 53kg and still its 53.7kg 3weeks back was 54kg

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I have lost 4 kg of weight, and my muscles feel loose/flabby. I eat well, walk regularly, sleep well, and do not have diabetes or thyroid issues. My vitamin D level was 18 when I tested it a year ago. I have no problems eating normal home-cooked food and no stomach pain. However, my stool floats and comes out in small, soft pieces. If I eat heavy o

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CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY FIRST. VIT D IS POOR. IT ALSO EFFECTS. UPRISE D60K ONCE A WEEK FOR EIGHT WEEKS FOLLOWED BY ONE PER MONTH FOR SIX MONTHS A COMPLETE THERAPY BY WHO. TRI ...  Read More

Hello I have IBS since 1.5 yr I m losing lot of weight daily I m worried I don't eat trigger dishes and when my period approaches my IBS gets worst and I lose weight suddenly pls help me to regain my body weight with all vitamins and minerals when undigested food passes body doesn't get enough nutrition I have leg cramps hair fall heart races dizz

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Hi, connect directly and get proper balanced diet. ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I am struggling with many problems at the same time. For example, my weight does not increase. I am very thin and my weight never increases even after eating very good food. Sometimes my digestion is fine and sometimes it becomes worst. My skin also stays dull, loose, and dry. I have tried many things - I have taken protein and weight

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You need gastroenterologist, T.minor is not a major issue . ...  Read More

I have been experiencing bloating after very meal and also symptoms of lactose intolerance. I have gained 16 kgs in 4 years and i don't know why

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Pl suggest any over the counter weight gain supplement powder for female to gain weight. Current BMI is 15.8 with no medical issues

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A BMI of 15.8 indicates that you are significantly underweight. Before starting any supplement, it's important to ensure there is no underlying cause such as thyroid disorders, nutritional deficiencie ...  Read More

Attached is my scan report latest . My periods are irregular and have not got periods for 5 months . Blood test is done sugar and thyroid are normal . Prolactin is 26.7 . My weight is also is increasing and am 97kg now .

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Hi, Myself deepak 27 year old male, I am 5'5" tall i weigh 60 kg..I am not able to gain weight please let me know what's the issue and how to tackle it. It will be of great help.

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Do deworming ...  Read More

My son is 11 years old and his weight is 49 kg which is more than all other age group children. Need to contact the doctor for this

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Yes definetely you should contact and in my opinion you should get him checked for his hormones and other investigations needed ...  Read More

Can I gain weight and go to the gym for regular exercise I want to stay Fit hence want the suggestions

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