An increase in body weight is called weight gain. This weight gain can be due to an increase in muscle mass, fat, or fluid retention. Weight gain in adults can be due to bad dietary habits, sedentary lifestyle, or a severe underlying condition.
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I am very lean. Kindly suggest health drinks, powders, or tablets to gain weight.
Query: Hello doctor, I am very lean. I do workouts like stretching. Kindly suggest health drinks, powders, or tablets. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would be happy to help. Please mention your age. I would recommend a diet modification before you start any supplements. Firstly, I suggest you get yourself investigated thoroughly to rule out any medical or surgical conditions. You ca... Read Full »
Can you suggest simple foods that are good for me to gain weight?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. My height is 163 cm, and my weight is 45 kg. I want to gain some height and weight. Can you kindly suggest me simple foods that are good for me? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would be happy to help. Firstly, I suggest you get yourself investigated thoroughly to rule out any medical or surgical conditions. You can go for a complete hemogram, blood sugar, thyroid function tests, etc. I assume you are a health... Read Full »
I have a very lean body build. I want to increase my muscle mass. Give me a diet suggestion
Query: Hello doctor, I have a very lean body build. I want to increase my muscle mass. What should I do? Shall I take any medicine or any diet suggestions? Age 23, male, weight 59kg, height - 179cm. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You must take a high protein diet. And to aid better protein absorption, include acidic foods like lemon, orange, etc., in your diet. I am mentioning here a sample protein rich diet. You may modify the same as per your taste. Breakfast: 4 boiled/scrambled/... Read Full »
I have been the same weight for years. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19 year old female and my height is 5 feet and 6 inches. My weight is 47 kg, which is very low compared to the girls of my age. I have been the same weight for the last two to three years and my weight does not seem to increase. Also, I do not get hungry. Please help me in this. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Firstly, get yourself investigated thoroughly to rule out any medical or surgical conditions. Get a complete hemogram, blood sugar, and thyroid function tests done.I assume you are a healthy adult. So, I suggest you take a diet rich in carbohydrates to gain weight. Tak... Read Full »