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How to increase weight without any side-effects - #24337

Nisha

My weight is 42 kg. my height 160 cm. I am tired of taking protein powders. I would like to gain weight nearly around 55 kg. Can you please provide nutritional advice to gain weight by 2 to 3 kgs per month.

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Ashwagandha churna- 1/2 tsp with warm milk at night Include ghee in diet
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Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise. Tab.Liv52 DS 1-0-1 Tab.Arogyavardhini 2-0-2 Shatavari kalp 15gms twice with milk
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To gain weight in a steady and healthy manner according to Ayurvedic principles, it's essential to focus on improving your digestive fire (agni), balancing your doshas, and nourishing your tissues (dhatus). Here's how you can approach this: First, a warm, nutrient-rich diet is crucial. Incorporate foods that are naturally heavy and nourishing. Opt for whole grains such as brown rice and quinoa, which are better for grounding Vata and Kapha doshas. Ghee is very beneficial in Ayurveda for enhancing the digestive fire and adding healthy fats, so include a tablespoon of ghee with your meals daily. This aligns with the need to build more tissue. Focus on increasing your intake of sweet, sour, and salty tastes, as these aid in grounding and promoting tissue growth. These can include fruits like mangos, bananas, and avocados for natural sweetness, curd for the sour taste, and using rock salt as a healthier option for meals. Ensure to eat cooked foods, as they are easier for the body to assimilate, promoting weight gain more effectively than raw foods. Rich milk products like warm milk, yogurt, and paneer can also support weight gain very efficiently. Ayurveda emphasizes using milk, especially when infused with herbs like ashwagandha for its rejuvenating properties. You can prepare a nighttime drink with warm milk, a pinch of turmeric, and a spoonful of honey or jaggery to enhance weight gain. Stay consistent with your meals; having 4 to 5 small meals a day can keep your metabolic rate in balance. Avoid excessive snacking on unhealthy foods. Instead, have snacks like roasted nuts or dates. They are nutrient-dense and offer good calories. Enhance your meals with good spices like ginger, black pepper, and cumin. These help digest and assimilate nutrients better. Regular physical activity, like yoga, can also ensure that the gained weight is muscle rather than fat. Finally, ensure you are sleeping well. Adequate rest is a critical aspect of balanced health and weight gain. Always listen to your body and make necessary adjustments based on how you feel, consult regularly with an Ayurvedic practitioner to monitor progress and tweak your diet and lifestyle changes as needed.
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