2 years ago
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How can i gain weight my age is 19 and my height is 5 foot 7 inches n rn my weight is 40 i don't have breast n i look very thin i eat but idk why my weight is not increasing plz help me out that what to eat n when to eat
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2 years ago
Dear Nikita, Thank you for the question
According to your mentioned Height & weight your BMI is 13.8kg/m2 which falls into the underweight BMI range as per WHO classification. The causes of underweight can be due to genetics, inadequate food intake, stress, hormonal imbalance, malabsorption or other underlying health condition.
Here are few guidelines that can be considered
- Maintain a positive energy balance where the calorie intake should be more than the energy expenditure.
- Have a Diversified Balanced Diet that includes all the food groups in the right quantity which thereby provides you with all the essential macro and micro nutrients that your body requires daily for proper functioning.
- Do not skip meals. Eat small frequent meals.
- Three major meals a day with healthy nutritious snacks in between is preferred.
- Try to increase the serving size and portion size gradually and systematically
- Include energy dense foods, keeping in mind the daily needs.
- Add healthy fats from nuts and seeds.
- Include protein sources (plant and/or animal sources) such as lentils, milk, paneer, lean meat, egg etc.
- Indulging physical activity can help in increasing the appetite and give a feeling of hunger.
- Try to follow a good sleep regimen that is in terms of both quantity and quality
For a customized and personalized meal plan for specific conditions, please contact your Health care professional.
Hope we have answered your query.
Wishing you a great day ahead
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