How to Gain Weight for Women

Most women want to lose weight. However, some women try desperately to gain weight but are unable to. They face harsh criticism about their weight and size, perhaps even more so than overweight women. Being underweight can be a major health problem, but there are solutions to help women gain weight.

Instructions

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Get a checkup at your doctor's office. Women who have a hard time gaining weight may have a problem with hyperthyroidism, which is treatable.

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Eat the right amount and types of food. Eat a balanced diet of fruits and veggies, whole grains and proteins. Avoid foods with trans fats.

3

Drink shakes. Meal shakes offer a large number of calories, vitamins and nutrients. They are also convenient to drink when on the go.

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Eat a variety of healthy snacks. Eating snacks raises calorie count, which helps with weight gain. Snack on a variety of healthy fruits, vegetables, dairy products and nuts. Healthy dairy snacks include yogurts, cheese sticks and cottage cheese. Almonds are high in omega-3 fatty acids, and other nuts offer high calories in small portions.

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Talk to a nutritionist. Nutritionists help create individualized eating plans for short- and long-term goals. The nutritionist will work with you to get you to a healthy body weight, offering a meal plan that is acceptable to both you and your physician.