Question 1

how to add body weight?

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Build muscle: Best way to add body weight is to build muscle by strength and resistance training. Also, add, but not too much, protein to diet  to help build muscle. Best sources of protein are plant proteins in nuts and beans. I am not a fan of whey protein contrary to the view of many because of reported issues with it.

Question 2

how to gain body weight?

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Increase Muscle Mass: If you want to improve your body weight and you are  normal body composition, increase muscle (lean) mass or fat free mass.  Muscle weighs more than fat and this will improve your metabolism as an added benefit.  Consult a personal trainer who can direct you with  diet, weight lifting and aerobic exercise.  This is the "triple" approach to body building.

Question 3

i want to lose my body weight?

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Losing weight: To lose weight, get ur resting metabolism rate done(weight loss centers do this). This determines the total number of calories you need to lose 1-2lbs/week. Decreasing 500cal/day will give you a 1lb wt loss in 1wk; drink water (1/2 your body weight), eat small meals about 150-200cal 2-4x/(depending on your metabolism rate) and 500cal/meal at night: lean protein/veggies; avoid carbs, .

Question 4

how can i lose my body weight?

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Losing weight: To lose weight, get ur resting metabolism rate done(weight loss centers do this). This determines the total number of calories you need to lose 1-2lbs/week. Decreasing 500cal/day will give you a 1lb wt loss in 1wk; drink water (1/2 your body weight), eat small meals about 150-200cal 2-4x/(depending on your metabolism rate) and 500cal/meal at night: lean protein/veggies; avoid carbs, .

Question 5

how to increase my body weight?

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Why ?: If your bmi is less than 18 , you are under weight may benefit by increasing your weight. Consume more calories than requirement, weight lifting.

Question 6

how to increase my body weight 5kg?

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Eat healthy high : Calorie foods. Eat 6 meals/day. Work on strength training to build your large muscle groups. Workout w heavier weights w fewer repetitions. Sleep at least 8 to 9 hrs/night. Hydrate well w water. Foods to help w healthy weight gain: almonds, cashews, pecans, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, walnuts, hummus, avocados, granola, trail mix, dried fruits, extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, protein shakes, .

Question 7

how to gain a body weight upto 10kg?

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Weight gain: I believe you are asking the best manner to gain 10kg in body weight. I will presume you to desire to do so in a healthy manner adding desirable muscle rather than fat. This would be best achieved by stimulating your body to do this naturally by lifting weights hard through strength training while eating in a healthy manner -ideally grass fed whey protein or good quality grass fed beef.

Question 8

i'm not comfortable with my body weight?

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See a Dr ASAP: Many of these symptoms: binging and purging, no menstrual periods, dehydration and low self esteem, can be indicative of an eating disorder. These can be fatal as the electrolytes in your body are depleted and your heart and other organs can be damaged. You should see a Dr for immediate evaluation and treatment. Inpatient treatment may be necessary to heal your body and mind.

Question 9

how does exercise influence body weight?

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Basically In 2 ways: Burning more calories and increasing your metabolic rate which will eventually effect your weight.

Question 10

what can i do to loose body weight fast?

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Excercise: Best way is slow lose, not fast , and through watching diet and exercise .
Counting calorie helps, increase water to 8 cups per day if possible.Be aware of intake of food and be aware that i pound is equal to 3500 calorie so saving 500 calorie per day will translate to 1 pound loss per week.

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