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Your doctor may advise you to increase your body weight if you are underweight. It is important to do so in a healthy way by eating and drinking nutrient-dense foods and not by consuming empty calories and junk food which will do more harm in the long run.

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Does masturbation cause weight loss in females?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 27 years old. My weight is 121.25 lb and height is 5.8 inches. I am very thin. My weight is not appropriate according to my height. My weight is only 121.25 lb, and it is neither increasing or decreasing. I also have a good habit of eating everything almost. The primary concern is th...  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Frequent masturbation does not have much effect on your health. You can maintain a strict exercise regimen along with the proper diet you are having. 2. Start muscle strengthening exercises such as wall press, pushups, abs strengthening, etc. 3. Drink milk every day ...  Read Full »

I am a 22-year-old male whose weight remains the same despite eating healthy foods. How can I gain weight?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old male and my weight is just 53 kilograms. I eat everything good for my health like eggs, meat, milk, etc. But I do not see any results. Please suggest something for me.  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Sometimes even if we take the required vitals, we lack behind in the amount and timing of the foods. I suggest you follow a few instructions mentioned below. Take milk in the morning and at night before going to bed. Take warm milk durin...  Read Full »

I am a 25-year-old who is very thin and weak. Can I take supplements to gain weight?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old male and my weight is 119 lbs. I look very thin and weak. Please suggest me some supplements for gaining weight. Will supplements cause any side effects in our bodies? I am confused as I do not have any medical problems and have a healthy body. I only want to gain we...  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hello, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. It is more important to be fit and healthy. Even though you are slim you should have strength in your body. You can follow some basic diet plans and workouts for gaining weight. The supplements will only y...  Read Full »

I am a 20-year-old and struggling to gain weight despite taking a nutritious diet. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old final-year student. I am facing a problem related to weight gain. Despite consuming a nutritious diet, I am unable to gain weight. Could you please advise me on how to achieve immediate weight gain? Thank you.  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. You need to have patience and actively participate in gaining weight. It is advisable to opt for natural methods. And, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. Consume milk twice a day. You can have a banan...  Read Full »

Please suggest a diet chart to gain weight in an anemic.

Query: Hello doctor, My wife was anemic and as per the doctor's advise she was taking Iron tablets. Now she is eating iron-rich foods. However, we need a balanced diet for her to put little more weight. She was 130.07 lb six months back and now her weight is 119.05 lb. Need to increase the weight as well a...  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the reports were taken before the surgery (attachment removed to protect patient identity), please do mention the after reports if any taken. She needs to take a wholesome diet rich in protein along with Iron also. In anyways, do wait for the results to come up ...  Read Full »

Kindly suggest an appetite enhancer to increase my weight.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 24 year old male. My height is 5'8" and weight is 116.84 lb. I want to gain weight. I do not feel hungry. I want to increase my appetite so that I can eat more. I also do not eat junk foods. I have always been underweight. I used a syrup to increase appetite when I was 14. But, I d...  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. There are food items which can act as appetizers instead of any syrup. But, if you find that syrup, then you can have it. 2. Have tomato soups every day at 12 noon before lunch. Have carrot and cucumber salad in the evening or mid noon every day. 3. Take a bowl of yogu...  Read Full »

I am 18 years old. I want to increase my height and gain weight. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am 18 years old. I want to increase my height and weight. What are the ways to increase height and weight?Kindly help.  Read Full »


Shakti Mishra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Well, spirulina is rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein. It will help you in the overall improvement of your health. Not exclusively for height, and Barbara carb is specially used in children for growth. Continue with all the exercises t...  Read Full »

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