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A 16-year-old female asked:

I am 16 years old and my weight is 35 kg. what will i do to gain some weight? i take vitamins but it doesn't help me. i also eat nutrious foods.

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Dr. Julan Crane
Pediatrics 27 years experience
Growth in children: Your calories will be going into growing bones and brain. You would have to eat more calories such as cheese and peanut butter to help.
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Last updated Aug 5, 2017

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