Help me gain weight.

IHeartAngel
IHeartAngel Posts: 2 Member
edited November 14 in Introduce Yourself
Hi everyone,
My name is Cat and I'm a super skinny Asian girl who's struggling to gain weight. I am 5'3 and 94 lbs, very underweight. When I eat, I usually take a few bites and then I feel full after 5 mins. I am always working full time which include long travel times and always feel exhausted so that when I come home I rather sleep and do nothing else. I would appreciate it if you could list some foods or even snacks that will help me gain some more pounds so I can look healthier. If you have any advice for me on how I could change my lifestyle I would love to hear them as well.

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  • ScottyBeBop
    ScottyBeBop Posts: 174 Member
    Table spoon of Peanut butter with every meal. That would help with extra calories. And PB is my jam
  • DiamondDahl
    DiamondDahl Posts: 1 Member
    Hi Cat, I'm in the same boat. I'm 5'1" and hovering at 97lb (which is an improvement--I used to hover at 92!).

    Logging my calories has helped me highlight where I -thought- I was eating well, but could see gaps where a small bonus food item could help me increase my calories (and preferably nutrients).
    ie. Where I would eat a banana, pair it with some peanut butter
    - having a yogurt, have a side of trail mix
    - whereas many people drink water with meals to help them lose weight, I swapped water with veggie blend juices or milk, and drink get my water in between meals

    I was on a smoothie kick for a good while (milk + yogurt base, fruits, and 1/3 serving of protein powder), but I got burnt out after too long.

    I can also start to feel full halfway through a plate of food... my family habitually eats rather slowly, which keeps us aware of our 'full' triggers. Sometimes I just power through, or portion out 1/2-2/3 of the plate, 'cause sometimes a really full plate can seem impossible. Your stomach capacity should start to stretch out bit by bit, and for slender people, it can feel like quite an accomplishment. :)

    When you're traveling, keep trail mix, bars, dried fruit on you to snack on in your down time. I know it can be tempting to fall into bed when you arrive home--plus eating a huge meal doesn't always mean for restful sleep--so try to have something light-ish (small bowl of cereal, toast with nut butter) before you go to bed, to replenish you after your travels.

    Last thing, I do have Second Breakfast... I eat something at home before leaving for work (as I'm usually ravenous when I first wake up), and then I'll have something at work as well, mid-morning. Additionally, I have a reminder on my phone in the late afternoon to have "tea & snack," because who doesn't like any excuse to have a cup of tea and a piece of chocolate? :)
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,416 Member
    You would have a lot more energy and not be so tired if you would eat.

    I'd say, eat what you like - no matter what that is. Bananas? Salmon? Ice cream? Walnuts? Eat small amounts many times a day until you get up to a reasonable number.
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