10 Natural Ways to Gain Weight

How to Gain Weight

Most of the people search for natural ways to lose weight on the internet. But also there is a bunch of skinny people who must be searching for natural ways to gain weight. So, for them,we are here with our article ‘Natural ways to gain weight’.

How to Gain Weight

How to Gain Weight

Natural Ways To Gain Weight

1.Red Meat-

Red meat is a good source of fat and an effective food to gain weight. It is also rich in iron and protein. Toss fresh red meat with a few drops of olive oil and add it to your diet regimen if you want to gain weight. Parts of red meat that are a good source of fats are a rib, t-bone and beef tenderloin. But do keep in mind never combine red meat or cook red meat with high saturated fats as it is not at all healthy.

Red Meat

Red Meat

2.Whole Fat Milk-

If you are consuming skimmed milk better switch to whole milk. A glass of whole milk gives you 60 extra calories. Milk is rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin D and calcium. Drink whole milk in the morning and before going to bed. You can also take it with cereals or oatmeal.

3.Peanut Butter-

Peanut butter is rich in fat and proteins. One tablespoon peanut butter is rich in 100 calories. Also, peanut butter is rich in folic acid, magnesium, vitamin E and vitamin B. In breakfast have whole grain bread with a thick layer of peanut butter.

Peanut butter

Peanut butter

4.Nuts-

Between big meals snack nuts. Nuts are a rich source of healthy fats and nutrients. Always carry a box of nut in your bag and snack whenever feel like.

5.Potato-

Potato is a starchy vegetable. It is rich in carbs and also high in protein, fiber and vitamin C. Most of the time we neglect the skin of the potato,but potato skin is rich in minerals. Baked potatoes are most preferred.

Potato

Potato

6.Cheese-

Go cheesy. It is one of the tastiest ways to gain weight. It is part of all favorite dishes and is rich in all the nutrients that milk supplies. Cheese is high in fat and help to gain weight.

7.Fruits-

As we say eat healthily. Fruits are a good source of fructose which is a natural sugar. Fruits rich in natural sugars are bananas, pineapple, papaya and mango. These fruits fill you with natural sugar and provide you with instant energy. Add fruits to milk or yogurt but avoid adding refined artificial sugar. You may also drink a fruit smoothie.

Fruits

8.Whole wheat-

Adding the wholewheat to your diet is one of the best ways to gain weight. Not just whole grains will provide you with enough calories but also are rich in minerals and fibers. Avoid white bread and white pasta.

9.Clarified Butter-

Enjoy clarified butter or ghee in limits. It will add flavor to food and add extra calories as well as nutrients to your food.

10.Egg-

Add whole boiled egg or omelettes to your diet. The fats present in egg yolk are an efficient source of energy. It is also rich in omega-3 fatty acid, calcium and vitamin A. It contains good cholesterol. Also, it contains choline that reduces the fat build up in your heart. This means egg will make you gain weight without harming your heart health. Avoid raw eggs as raw eggs may contain salmonella.

Egg

Egg

Gaining healthy weight doesn’t mean you should retort to unhealthy eating habits. Eating unhealthy increases the risk of heart diseases and diabetes. So avoid trans fats, refined sugar, caffeinated or sugary beverages and processed foods. Eat healthy foods and live an active life to gain weight healthily.

Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta
Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta:  Professionally a homeopathic doctor and a dietician Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta is passionate about writing health and parenting blogs. She believes in holistic approach towards health and well being.