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Gain heathly weight, aprx10-15lbs. i'm 54 & aprx,95lbs,(range, low 92-96 now) lost after 8 cervical fusion, surgerys,+ low blood p. wat be norm 4 me?

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Healthy weight: Depends on your height. If your weight range is within your ideal body weight then gaining weight is not healthy. Generally gaining weight incLudeman increasing calories, weight lifting and if indicated protein shakes

Answered 10/26/2016

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