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Im 19 year old who runs track and cross country. i eat a lot but i never can gain weight. i usually weigh 110-115, and my mom thinks theres something wrong with me because i can't gain weight. should i just ignore her and eat regularly?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Probably normal: Some people are more slim than others. If you eat well of a good, well balanced diet, then you should be fine. Cross country athletes consume a tremendous amount of calories. Be thankful you can eat a lot and not gain weight. It won't always be this easy. If you can run cross country without difficulty, you are healthy.

Answered 11/22/2012

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A member asked:

Im 19 year old who runs track and cross country. i eat a lot but i never can gain weight. i usually weigh 110-115, and my mom thinks theres something wrong with me because i can't gain weight. should i just ignore her and eat regularly?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

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