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My age is 18 and my weight is 50kg..i am very thin..how can i gain my weight..
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Eat: You must eat more calories than you burn. Please make the majority of your excess calories be proteins.
Answered 12/25/2013
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Talk with your: Doctor about realistic weight goals. 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.
Answered 1/22/2014
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