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anyone know some healthy ways to GAIN weight? So here's the deal.
I went to the Dr. for a physical today, and promptly got told that in spite of being overall a healthy weight for my height and body type, my body fat percentage is too low. I'm at 17% body fat, and the lowest percentage considered healthy for me (a female of child-bearing age) is 22%. He said I'm not in danger yet, but that if I lose much more I risk doing all kinds of damage to my body, which is definitely not the avenue I want to go down. I knew I was thin, but I didn't think I was that skinny. 
The good Dr. said I should make a serious effort to gain both muscle and fat weight. Sure, I say. Hell, winter's coming up, I'll need the extra insulation. 
So does anybody 'round these parts have any good tips or suggestions for a healthy way to gain weight? I don't eat much meat or animal products, and never pork, but would starting to drink milk be a good place to start? [Edited 10/11/07 2:31am] "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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Well you could start by eating more than toast for breakfast!
Like some waffles or something  just a suggestion! surviving on the thought of loving you, it's just like the water
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chicken or fish,subway sandwhiches,powerbars,smoothies,if that shit fails mcdonalds,taco bell,kfc,pizzahut,burger king | |
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Christopher said: chicken or fish,subway sandwhiches,powerbars,smoothies,if that shit fails mcdonalds,taco bell,kfc,pizzahut,burger king
I do love me some Chalupas form Taco Bell and don't even get me started on PizzaHut's breadsticks!  surviving on the thought of loving you, it's just like the water
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Move to the United States 
Wait! You said healthy!  | |
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Double the portions of everything you eat and sleep a lot. I'm not mad at you, I'm mad at the dirt. | |
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KidaDynamite said: Christopher said: chicken or fish,subway sandwhiches,powerbars,smoothies,if that shit fails mcdonalds,taco bell,kfc,pizzahut,burger king
I do love me some Chalupas form Taco Bell and don't even get me started on PizzaHut's breadsticks! pan pizza is laced with crack.its the greasiest thing ever ...but sometimes i got to give in  | |
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KidaDynamite said: Well you could start by eating more than toast for breakfast!
Like some waffles or something just a suggestion!Yeah, or any number of other things from the North American breakfast menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, fried tomatoes, hashed browns, pancakes.... A sturdy breakfast is a good way to get started.  | |
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Christopher said: KidaDynamite said:
I do love me some Chalupas form Taco Bell and don't even get me started on PizzaHut's breadsticks! pan pizza is laced with crack.its the greasiest thing ever ...but sometimes i got to give in surviving on the thought of loving you, it's just like the water
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KidaDynamite said: Well you could start by eating more than toast for breakfast!
Like some waffles or something just a suggestion! "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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retina said: KidaDynamite said: Well you could start by eating more than toast for breakfast!
Like some waffles or something just a suggestion!Yeah, or any number of other things from the North American breakfast menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, fried tomatoes, hashed browns, pancakes.... A sturdy breakfast is a good way to get started. 
I said healthy! "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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meow85 said: KidaDynamite said: Well you could start by eating more than toast for breakfast!
Like some waffles or something just a suggestion! You said in that "Pancakes for Prince" thread that your thin bcuz you only ate toast 4 brekkie or somethin like that! surviving on the thought of loving you, it's just like the water
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KidaDynamite said: meow85 said: You said in that "Pancakes for Prince" thread that your thin bcuz you only ate toast 4 brekkie or somethin like that! Oh!
Actually I was making fun of people who think carbs are the reason why they're fat. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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meow85 said: So here's the deal.
I went to the Dr. for a physical today, and promptly got told that in spite of being overall a healthy weight for my height and body type, my body fat percentage is too low. I'm at 17% body fat, and the lowest percentage considered healthy for me (a female of child-bearing age) is 22%. He said I'm not in danger yet, but that if I lose much more I risk doing all kinds of damage to my body, which is definitely not the avenue I want to go down. I knew I was thin, but I didn't think I was that skinny.
The good Dr. said I should make a serious effort to gain both muscle and fat weight. Sure, I say. Hell, winter's coming up, I'll need the extra insulation.
So does anybody 'round these parts have any good tips or suggestions for a healthy way to gain weight? I don't eat much meat or animal products, and never pork, but would starting to drink milk be a good place to start? [Edited 10/11/07 2:31am] As long as all the essentials are present and you don't exaggerate (keep things somewhat balanced), there is no such thing as unhealthy food. Well, there is, but if you don't get addicted on junk food or candy and you eat amounts that your metabolism can handle, you'll be fine. "It's better 2 B hated 4 what U R than 2 B loved 4 what U R not."
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meow85 said: KidaDynamite said: You said in that "Pancakes for Prince" thread that your thin bcuz you only ate toast 4 brekkie or somethin like that! Oh!
Actually I was making fun of people who think carbs are the reason why they're fat. surviving on the thought of loving you, it's just like the water
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SpcMs said: meow85 said: So here's the deal.
I went to the Dr. for a physical today, and promptly got told that in spite of being overall a healthy weight for my height and body type, my body fat percentage is too low. I'm at 17% body fat, and the lowest percentage considered healthy for me (a female of child-bearing age) is 22%. He said I'm not in danger yet, but that if I lose much more I risk doing all kinds of damage to my body, which is definitely not the avenue I want to go down. I knew I was thin, but I didn't think I was that skinny.
The good Dr. said I should make a serious effort to gain both muscle and fat weight. Sure, I say. Hell, winter's coming up, I'll need the extra insulation.
So does anybody 'round these parts have any good tips or suggestions for a healthy way to gain weight? I don't eat much meat or animal products, and never pork, but would starting to drink milk be a good place to start? [Edited 10/11/07 2:31am] As long as all the essentials are present and you don't exaggerate (keep things somewhat balanced), there is no such thing as unhealthy food. Well, there is, but if you don't get addicted on junk food or candy and you eat amounts that your metabolism can handle, you'll be fine. I already eat a pretty healthy diet. Nothing specific or strict rules; I just eat what I like best and most of what I happen to like is of the healthy variety. I practically live off pasta and veggies. 
But I definitely want to gain a bit of weight. The muscle won't be hard, as I tend to build it pretty easily. It's gaining fat that I'm not sure about. I went out and bought milk and chocolate. Figured I'd start there. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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meow85 said: SpcMs said: As long as all the essentials are present and you don't exaggerate (keep things somewhat balanced), there is no such thing as unhealthy food. Well, there is, but if you don't get addicted on junk food or candy and you eat amounts that your metabolism can handle, you'll be fine. I already eat a pretty healthy diet. Nothing specific or strict rules; I just eat what I like best and most of what I happen to like is of the healthy variety. I practically live off pasta and veggies.
But I definitely want to gain a bit of weight. The muscle won't be hard, as I tend to build it pretty easily. It's gaining fat that I'm not sure about. I went out and bought milk and chocolate. Figured I'd start there. I'm pretty skinny myself, so I know what you mean. The only thing that gets me fat(ter) is skipping break fast, eating candy bars between meals, eating at night or, if all else fails, even more beer than usual.  "It's better 2 B hated 4 what U R than 2 B loved 4 what U R not."
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Oh shit, I wish that was my problem
Eat just before bed Eat & sit cho ass on the couch for the rest of the night pasta, bread, allow yourself dessert, daily vitamins, Geritol
peach bellinis will put it on you - champagne & peachy sugary goodness
Damn, what IS the healthy way to gain??  Doesn't protien make you leaner?? I don't fucking know, I'm trying to lose 5-10 more pounds man   I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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retina said: KidaDynamite said: Well you could start by eating more than toast for breakfast!
Like some waffles or something just a suggestion!Yeah, or any number of other things from the North American breakfast menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, fried tomatoes, hashed browns, pancakes.... A sturdy breakfast is a good way to get started. Yes, if you are trying to also develop heart disease.
I would try having larger portion sizes but with healthy food. And indulging in some high fat, not so good for you food is ok in moderation. I just wouldn't try gaining weight with unhealthy food and/or a sedentary lifestyle. | |
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JustErin said: retina said: Yeah, or any number of other things from the North American breakfast menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, fried tomatoes, hashed browns, pancakes.... A sturdy breakfast is a good way to get started. Yes, if you are trying to also develop heart disease.
I would try having larger portion sizes but with healthy food. And indulging in some high fat, not so good for you food is ok in moderation. I just wouldn't try gaining weight with unhealthy food and/or a sedentary lifestyle. Party pooper. | |
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eat a brick of velveeta cheese | |
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JustErin said: retina said: Yeah, or any number of other things from the North American breakfast menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, fried tomatoes, hashed browns, pancakes.... A sturdy breakfast is a good way to get started. Yes, if you are trying to also develop heart disease.
I would try having larger portion sizes but with healthy food. And indulging in some high fat, not so good for you food is ok in moderation. I just wouldn't try gaining weight with unhealthy food and/or a sedentary lifestyle. yanno | |
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CalhounSq said: Oh shit, I wish that was my problem
I guarantee you if we traded bodies, you'd get real tired of shopping in the kid's department real fast. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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horatio said: eat a brick of velveeta cheese
I don't think that stuff is food. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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this is where i post the picture that shows what a huge monster i was next to you
healthy? i have no clue. guessing eat more creamy sauces and rich foods. then indulge in dessert 
along with weight bearing exercise  She couldn't stop crying 'cause she knew he was gone to stay | |
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emm said: this is where i post the picture that shows what a huge monster i was next to you
healthy? i have no clue. guessing eat more creamy sauces and rich foods. then indulge in dessert
along with weight bearing exercise Oh, you are not huge.  It's all perspective. Put a cat next to a mouse and the cat'll look huge too.
I had chicken tikka for lunch. Sooo good. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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| I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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meow85 said: CalhounSq said: Oh shit, I wish that was my problem
I guarantee you if we traded bodies, you'd get real tired of shopping in the kid's department real fast. Girl please, try finding tall sizes in pants/sleeves Shopping is AWFUL for me Everybody's got their something Now have some dessert for me already! I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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Just drink beer, did the trick for me! | |
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Follow every meal and drink with a lard chaser. | |
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