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Kyle
Lv 4
Kyle asked in HealthDiet & Fitness · 1 decade ago

How to gain weight in a healthy way?

I am 16 years old and I only weigh 115 lbs. I am very skinny and now it's really getting to the point where I am very annoyed that I can't gain weight. Most of my friends agree that I eat plenty of food (not just junk food) and yet I still can't seem to gain weight. Anyways, I want to know if there are any products out there that could help me, such as drinks or food with higher amounts of calories that are still healthy for you (I have already tried BOOST, which I just couldn't stand after a while because it tasted horrible.). I also may need to make you aware that I have a very weak stomach which also contributes to the difficulty of gaining weight. Thank you in advance for you help.

P.S. I would prefer a product that either has no taste or a taste I can at least tolerate.

P.S.S. I exercise on a regular basis if that has any importance to this question.

Update:

I believe im like 5'10'' or 5'11'', I don't remember. =)

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  • Birdie
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago
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    I too had this problem for many years. What my trainer had me do was eat small meals every 3-4 hours, use a weight gain powder from the health food store to make shakes a couple times a week and then I lifted weights in addition to doing cardio. I have been at my ideal weight for over a year now and am healthier than ever.

    Good luck

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    It may be easier to eat six or more smaller, balanced meals rather than eating three large meals, especially if you’re not used to eating much at one time.

    Protein powders and nutritional supplements such as Ensure can be added for in-between meal snacks. You can also make your own delicious protein shakes at home with a blender using milk, yogurt, frozen fruit, etc. Look for some easy recipes here: http://www.easy-weightloss-tips.com/weight-loss-sh...

    Exchange the skim milk and fat-free yogurt for regular since you don’t want to lose weight. Most protein powders are not very tasty unless mixed with other ingredients.

    Exercise is an important part of healthy weight gain. Strength training is especially important and will build muscles. This can be done at home or in a gym. Cardio exercises are healthy and should be a part of your routine, but they burn maximum calories and may cause you to lose weight if you don’t eat consume plenty of calories. Limit your cardio workout to 30 minutes. Consider activities such as: power walking, jogging, biking, swimming laps, jumping rope, dancing, skating, etc. Yoga and Pilates are excellent additions to your workout as well.

    Some suggestions to help you gain weight:

    1) Add healthy calories to your menu. Start breakfast with a slice of whole-wheat toast and peanut butter.

    2) Trail mixes, nuts, dried fruits, and protein bars are healthy high-caloric snacks.

    3) Drink healthy beverages such as milk and fruit juice. Avoid sweet drinks that add no nutritional value.

    4) Choose the healthy option every time. Avoid fried foods. Eat larger portions of healthier foods such as baked potatoes, chicken, fish, etc.

    5) Follow the food pyramid guidelines and make sure that you include all the major food groups in your diet.

    6) Consume heart-healthy oils by eating olive, walnut, or canola oil in your homemade salad dressings. Add cheese and nuts to salads for additional healthy calories.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    eat a lot of food that have protein and run for liek an hour at least 3times a day

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Depends on your height.

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  • 1 decade ago

    lift alot of weights, muscle weighs more than fat.

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