When a person eats regularly includes good vegetarian foods and dry fruits exercises consistently and still does not gain weight or muscle even after many months Ayurveda does not see this as a lack of food but as a lack of proper nourishment at the tissue level In your case the key issue appears to be weak and unstable Agni along with Vata dominance
Your appetite being only fair and the need to force yourself to eat clearly indicate that digestion is not strong enough When Agni is weak food is not properly transformed into Rasa and then into Mamsa Dhatu Because of this even nutritious food does not convert into healthy weight or muscle Instead of nourishing it may create dryness gas or fatigue further increasing Vata
Dry fruits though healthy are heavy and dry in nature If digestion is not strong they can actually delay weight gain Similarly exercising regularly without sufficient nourishment and recovery can lead to tissue depletion rather than muscle building especially in Vata prone individuals
Prefer warm freshly cooked moist foods ,Avoid cold raw dry or leftover foods Maintain fixed meal timings and avoid skipping meals
Ghee is very important for your body type ,take a small amount of ghee mixed with warm food such as rice or dal This helps kindle Agni and nourish tissues simultaneously
Include Well cooked moong dal thin masoor dal fresh paneer in small amounts and properly boiled warm milk are suitable Curd should be taken only during the daytime
Dry fruits should always be soaked and taken . A few soaked almonds with the skin removed and one or two soaked walnuts are sufficient Avoid taking dry fruits at night
Exercise should support nourishment ,Prefer slow controlled strength training with adequate rest days Avoid excessive cardio and avoid exercising on an empty stomach Rest and sleep are equally essential for muscle gain as tissues rebuild during sleep
Once digestion becomes stable and appetite improves naturally supportive Brimhana and Rasayana medicines can be introduced Ashwagandhadi Lehyam is very useful in improving strength stamina and gradual weight gain by nourishing deeper tissues Along with this Shatavari Churna one teaspoon once daily with warm milk helps improve nourishment reduces internal dryness and supports healthy tissue building These should be taken regularly and patiently as their effect is slow but sustained
TO GAIN MUSCLE AND WEIGHT IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOT ONLY EAT A VARIETY OF FOODS BUT ALSO ENSURE YOU ARE EATING SUFFICIENT CALORIES AND PROTEIN YOUR BODY NEEDS ENOUGH FUEL TO BUILD MUSCLE AND MAINTAIN ENERGY SINCE YOUR APPETITE IS FAIR YOU MAY NEED TO INCREASE CALORIES GRADUALLY AND FOCUS ON NUTRITIONALLY DENSE FOODS
INCLUDE LEGUMES ,BEANS LENTILS ,TOFU AND DAIRY PRODUCTS LIKE MILK CURD AND CHEESE ADD HEALTHY FATS LIKE NUT ,BUTTERS ,GHEE ,COCONUT AND SESAME OIL ALONG WITH DRY FRUITS AND SEEDS TO BOOST CALORIE INTAKE EAT FREQUENT MEALS EVERY TWO TO THREE HOURS AND INCLUDE PROTEIN IN EVERY MEAL
COMBINE YOUR DIET WITH STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES LIKE WEIGHT LIFTING BODY WEIGHT EXERCISES AND RESISTANCE BANDS TO STIMULATE MUSCLE GROWTH ADEQUATE SLEEP AND STRESS MANAGEMENT ARE ALSO CRUCIAL BECAUSE HORMONES RESPONSIBLE FOR MUSCLE BUILDING WORK BEST WHEN YOU ARE WELL RESTED AND RELAXED
HOMEMADE PROTEIN SHAKES WITH MILK BANANA OATS AND NUTS INCREASES CALORIES WITHOUT FEELING TOO FULL ALSO USE WARM DIGESTIBLE FOODS THAT SUPPORT GOOD DIGESTION AND ABSORPTION OF NUTRIENTS
YOU CAN TAKE ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA 1 TSP WITH WARM MILK AT NIGHT SHWETHA MUSLI PAK 1 TSP WITH WARM MILK AT NIGHT
GRADUAL AND STEADY APPROACH WITH PROTEIN CALORIE AND STRENGTH TRAINING FOCUS WILL GIVE BEST RESULTS WITHOUT OVERSTRESSING DIGESTION
Take rajwadiprash gold 1tsp with milk, chitrakadhi vati 1tab bd, Pancharista 20ml bd, drasksharista 20ml bd enough u ll get results
Dr RC BAMS MS
Namaste 🙏
I’ll guide you properly with an Ayurvedic approach for healthy weight & muscle gain, not just fat. From your details, the main issue is not food quantity, but weak Agni (digestion & absorption).
When Agni is low, even good food doesn’t convert into Māṃsa dhātu (muscle).
🧠 Ayurvedic Understanding Your symptoms suggest: - Vata predominance - Manda / Vishama Agni (poor digestion, low appetite) - Poor Rasa → Mamsa dhatu poshana So first we correct digestion, then nourish tissues.
🌿 AYURVEDIC PRESCRIPTION (6–8 weeks)
1️⃣ Agni Deepana & Pachana (MOST IMPORTANT) Without this, weight gain won’t happen. - Before meals (2× daily): Chitrakadi Vati – 1 tablet (or Hingwashtak Churna ½ tsp if gas is not severe) ➡️ Take with lukewarm water ⏳ Duration: 3–4 weeks
2️⃣ Appetite & Tissue Builder
- Ashwagandha Lehyam / Avaleha 1 tsp morning & night With warm milk ✔️ Improves appetite ✔️ Builds muscle strength ✔️ Reduces stress & fatigue
3️⃣ Core Weight & Muscle Gainer - Vidarikand Churna 1 tsp With warm milk + ½ tsp ghee At bedtime ✔️ Classical Ayurvedic mass gainer ✔️ Improves Mamsa & Shukra dhatu
4️⃣ If digestion is very weak / bloating present Add: - Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp at night (only if acidity, gas, heaviness)
🥗 AYURVEDIC DIET (Very Important) Eat like this (don’t force food): - Warm, freshly cooked food - Ghee daily (2–3 tsp) - Moong dal, rice, wheat roti - Paneer (homemade) - Milk + dates (soaked) - Banana + ghee (small quantity)
❌ Avoid: - Cold food, curd at night - Raw salads at night - Excess dry fruits (they increase Vata) - Protein powders for now
🏋️ Exercise Guidance - Strength training 3–4 days/week - Avoid over-cardio - Sleep 7–8 hours (muscle grows during sleep)
⏳ Expected Results - Appetite improves in 2–3 weeks - Weight gain starts in 4–6 weeks - Muscle strength & energy ↑ in 6–8 weeks
⚠️ Very Important Note If you have: - Chronic gas - Constipation - Thyroid issue - Stress / anxiety 👉 treatment needs slight modification
Tq
Hello, You’ve been trying to gain muscle/weight for more than 6 months, you are moderately active, eating vegetarian food and dry fruits, yet seeing poor results and you often have to force yourself to eat. This clearly suggests that the issue is not lack of food, but poor digestion, absorption, and tissue-building (Dhatwagni mandya).
Unless digestion and assimilation improve, simply eating more will not build muscle.
The good news: once digestion and tissue nourishment are corrected, weight and muscle gain becomes natural.
🔎 Basic Evaluation (If Possible) (Helps rule out hidden causes) CBC Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D Thyroid profile (TSH) Stool examination (if bloating/poor appetite)
💊 Internal Medicines Phase 1 – Improve Appetite & Digestion (21–30 days) (Foundation for weight gain) 1.Chitrakadi Vati – 1 tablet twice daily before meals 2.Hingwashtak Churna – ¼ tsp with warm water before lunch and dinner 3.Takrarishta – 15 ml with equal water after lunch
Phase 2 – Muscle & Weight Building (60–90 days) (Start after appetite improves) 1.Ashwagandha Churna – 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime 1.Vidaryadi Ghrita – 1 tsp twice daily (morning & night) with warm milk (Excellent for muscle, strength, and healthy weight) 3.Shatavari Churna – ½–1 tsp with warm milk once daily 4.Drakshadi Lehya / Ashwagandha Avaleha – 1 tsp twice daily after meals
🥗 Diet Strategy (Very Important) ❌ Common Mistakes • Eating large quantities with weak appetite • Skipping meals then overeating • Too much dry food (nuts without moisture) • Excess raw salads
✅ Correct Weight-Gain Diet (Vegetarian) Morning • Warm milk + soaked dates or raisins Breakfast • Dosa/Idli with ghee OR oats + milk • Add protein (paneer / curd if tolerated) Lunch • Rice or roti + dal + cooked vegetables • 1 tsp ghee mandatory Evening • Milk + banana or homemade smoothie Dinner (early) • Khichdi / soft roti + vegetables 👉 Dry fruits should be soaked and taken in moderation.
🏋️ Exercise Guidance ✔ Continue exercise, but: • Focus on strength training, not excess cardio • Rest days are essential • Avoid overtraining (it blocks weight gain)
🧘🏻♂️ Yoga Support • Vajrasana after meals • Bhujangasana • Shalabhasana • Surya Namaskar (slow, limited rounds)
🕉️ Expected Results & Follow-up • Appetite improves: 2–3 weeks • Weight gain begins: 4–6 weeks • Muscle strength increases: 2–3 months
✨ Real weight gain starts from digestion, not just calories. Stay consistent — your body will respond.
With kind regards, Dr. Sumi MS (Ayu)
Take chitrakadi vati 2 bd Take livtone 2 bd Take ashwagandha 2 bd Take cow ghee 5 ml at empty stomch at morning
1.Chyawanprash 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 2.Ashwagandha capsules 2 cap twice daily with warm milk after meals 3.Vidarikand churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 4.Draksharishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals
🌸 Supportive Routine
Diet: - Add more snigdha (unctuous) foods—milk, ghee, paneer, soaked almonds, dates. - Include mung dal khichdi with ghee, wheat preparations, and seasonal fruits.
Appetite support: - Small piece of fresh ginger with rock salt before meals. - Warm water or cumin-fennel tea to kindle digestion.
Exercise: - Moderate strength training (push-ups, squats, yoga asanas like bhujangasana, dhanurasana) to direct nutrition into muscle.
You’re doing great with vegetarian foods & dry fruits, the missing piece is higher calorie intake + muscle-building focus (since appetite is fair & meals irregular).
Medicines to help in gaining weight Ashwagandha Lehyam – 10 gm morning + night with warm milk Chyawanprash – 10 gm morning with milk Vidaryadi Ghrita – 5–10 gm morning empty stomach with warm water Shilajit resin – 300–500 mg morning with warm water
Daily Diet (eat more frequently – 5–6 meals) Breakfast: 200 ml warm milk + ghee + 4 almonds + 2 dates + banana Mid-morning: moong khichdi + ghee Lunch: rice/roti + dal + sabzi + 2 tsp ghee Evening: milkshake (milk + banana + dates) Dinner: same as lunch but lighter Night: warm milk + ghee
Exercise Strength training 3–4 days/week (weights/bodyweight – squats, push-ups) Walk 30 min daily
This vegetarian combo (Ashwagandha + Chyawanprash + ghee/milk) is the most effective for muscle/weight gain
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Here is a complete schedule for you to help you in your weight gain journey.
Breakfast 8-9.30 am Upma, Poha, Idli, Dosa, Moong Dal Chilla, Vegetable Paratha (Potato paratha once in a while) with a cup of buffalo milk
Mid Snack 11-11.30 am 1 fruit which ever you like
Lunch 12.30-1.30pm A bowl of Dal A bowl of vegetable Roti Rice 2 tsp of ghee
Hi Tea 4 -4.30pm 1 cup of milk with any breakfast item you like. You can have a fruit as well but than avoid milk.
Dinner 7.30-8.30 pm 1 bowl of dal 1 bowl of vegetable Roti Rice 2 tsp of ghee
❌Things to Avoid❌ Processed food Oily food Ready to eat food Maida Desserts
✔️Must do✔️ Exercise is must Have a fruit after exercise best prefered banana You can replace fruits with boiled eggs Twice a week swimming or running Weight training if possible Surya namaskar daily atleast 10. Start from whatever is possible.
Exercise will increase your hunger and you will notice your appetite increasing.
💊Medication💊
Syp. Drakshasav 3 tsp twice a day before food Tab. Liv 52 DS 1 tab twice a day before food Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food.
Full body massage with lukewarm sesame seed oil followed by exercise.
Take Tab. Bandy Plus (deworming medication) 1 tab at night before you start your medication.
Remember you will not see effect in one or two days but you will notice changes within 15 days.
A blend of exercise n healthy food will help you in your weight gain programme.
Start with Chyavanprash 2tsp once daily before food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with cool milk. Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Gokshura tablet 2-0-0 after food with water. Do light exercises not heavy workout. Include black dates peanuts bananas in your diet daily Include 3-4 tsp of cow’s ghee in your diet.
