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Hi iv been trying to gain weight for years and now im 26yrs old. i have a fast metabolism and i cannot always afford to eat load of meals per day help?

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Do you need to gain?: My first question would be if you actually need to gain weight. Use a BMI calculator like this one:http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/adult_bmi/english_bmi_calculator/bmi_calculator.html to see if you are underweight. If so, you may need some testing done to rule out medical causes such as a thyroid disorder.

Answered 6/22/2015

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Calorie dense foods: The addition of calorie dense foods such as nuts, whole grain pastas, raisins, whole milk, pure fruit juices, butter, avocado, and complex carbohydrates is a healthy way to add more calories to your diet. Avoid sugary foods, sodas, and chips. Although they are indeed high calorie, they do not provide appropriate nutrition and are difficult for your body to process. Good luck!

Answered 8/1/2014

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