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I need to gain weight, what food and excercise should be taken and how much?and i don't want to get the weight accumulated at belly, what should be done?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You can't: Predetermine fat distribution. 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 2/24/2016

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Count calories: There is no substitution for a healthy, well-balanced diet, regardless if the goal is weight gain or loss.Weight gain is achieved if the individual takes in more calories than he/she burns; weight loss happens when calories burned exceed calorie intake. Exercise to improve toning, reduce cravings ; stress ; assist in body self-image. Unfortunately, you can't pick where (or not) you gain the weight.

Answered 1/6/2014

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