Q: Everyone talks about how to lose weight, but what about the people who can’t gain weight? – Jasmine H.
A: This is a problem many people wish they had the pleasure of having. Here are some tips that will hopefully help put on the pounds in a healthy way.
• Add an extra slice of whole grain toast with peanut butter at breakfast.
• Add extra cheese to an omelet and use an extra whole egg.
• Slice an apple and serve with peanut or nut butter.
• Stir chopped nuts into plain yogurt and add honey.
• Add more calories to plain potatoes with gravy or cheese sauces.
• Add butter, margarine (trans-fat free), olive oil, sauces or cheese to
vegetables.
• Carry a bag of trail mix for a snack.
• You can increase your protein (and calories) with protein bars and shakes.
• Serve yourself larger portions of starchy vegetables like white potatoes
and sweet corn.
• Add calories with a nutritious beverage such as milk, 100% fruit
juices, or vegetable juice.
READ: 5 Healthy Ways To Gain Weight
You may prefer to eat several small meals or snacks throughout the day. If you do not want to eat six small meals…
…and would prefer three large meals a day, you need to increase your portion sizes. Your meals should be balanced with the right amounts of protein, carbohydrates and fat. Choose a generous portion of meat, poultry, fish, seafood, legumes or tofu, and serve with a side of green and colorful vegetables. Include something starchy like white potatoes, sweet corn, rice or pasta.
If you prefer to snack on smaller meals throughout the day, choose trail mix made with dried fruit, granola, nuts and seeds. Eat sandwiches made with peanut or other nut butters, or make your sandwiches with turkey, roast beef or chicken breast slices, and add calories with cheese or avocado. Creamed soups are higher in calories than clear broths, and you can add even more calories by stirring in a spoonful of dry milk powder.
Visit the BlackDoctor.org General Health center for more.
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