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Nick B asked in HealthDiet & Fitness · 10 years ago

How can I put on weight?

Simply put I am underweight and I am also currently subjecting myself to some changes physically. I fear my body doesn't have enough "resources" to work with, so have been thinking about taking supplements to give it a boost.

I also need to add weight as I just don't have enough fat for the hormones to redistribute!

My diet is healthy, but not obsessivly healthy. And my lifestyle is active.

I want to remain healthy but just feel I could do with gaining a little weight.

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  • Anonymous
    10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    If you want to put on weight, you should work out, to insure that you put on muscle and not fat. Healthy weight gain, just like healthy weight loss, takes time and requires a conscious effort to apply good habits. Recommended Ways to Gain Weight Have meals with the right balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and the right kinds of fat (such as unsaturated and monounsaturated fats, olive oil, canola oil, pistachios, almonds and walnuts). Heinemann suggests the following ratio: 60%-70% carbohydrates, 10%-15% protein, and a small amount of fat. Eat foods higher in calories, vitamins, and minerals, as opposed to higher in fat or sugar. Pack more nutritious calories in each serving. For example, you may add grated cooked eggs to mashed potatoes, ground chicken to soups and gravies, cheese in casseroles, eggs, and soups, and nonfat dried milk in soups, shakes, milk, and mashed potatoes. If you get too full too fast, try having more high-calorie foods or slices of foods as opposed to consuming the whole thing (raisins versus grapes, granola and Grape Nuts versus corn flakes, mango slices versus the whole mango). Limit drinking beverages to a half-hour before and after a meal. Drink mixed juices (apple/berry, peach/orange/banana as opposed to one juice beverages) for a higher calorie intake. With moderation, you may add in good fat sources to meals such as nuts, avocado, olives, and fatty fish (salmon and mackerel). Snack in between meals. Nuts, dried fruits, and yogurt are good options, but it's also important to find nutritious foods that you will enjoy. Have a nutritious snack before bedtime, such as a peanut butter sandwich.

  • 5 years ago

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  • 5 years ago

    if you re having trouble getting started make a small move such as starting an eating log or buying walking shoes you re three times more likely to follow through if you start with small gestures such as these

  • 5 years ago

    Drink green tea green tea can help you lose weight

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  • Misc
    Lv 5
    10 years ago

    Binge on monounsaturated fats. Chips, nachos, etc. Eat a huge bag of donuts, or an entire pizza, and you'll improve your appetite.

    Monounsaturated are safer than saturated fats, as they don't clog, and they are nice and squishy.

  • 5 years ago

    replace your regular pasta noodles with whole wheat pasta for a more filling meal

  • ?
    Lv 4
    10 years ago

    You'd better eat more sweet and confectionery and also creams every day.

  • 5 years ago

    Never go to grocery shop when you hungry

  • 6 years ago

    when eating out ask your server to point out the healthiest options on the menu

  • Anonymous
    10 years ago

    Eat more. Fats and carbs.

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