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I eat a lot but i dont gain any weight, my bmi tells me im underweight, what can i do to gain weight and look healthy?
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BMI: I would have your pediatrician share your height and weight charts. If they are both below the normal ranges you need to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. If they are both normal - relax. If one is OK but the other is not you need the pediatric endocrinologist.
Answered 4/10/2015
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