Diet to gain weight

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This diet is for those who need to reach a healthy weight. This is one of the most important goals for those who are underweight. However, it’s not the only reason why people want to gain weight, some may want to gain muscle mass to play sport or may be recovering from an illness.

The term “underweight” is typically used to describe an individual who is not within a healthy weight range and has less body fat than is necessary for maximum well-being.

Although there are some people who have a naturally slim body type, those who are underweight as a result of poor nutrition or for health reasons have a significant risk of developing certain health problems.

Estar “abaixo do peso” é bom?

Being underweight can cause physical problems but, for some individuals, it can also affect their psychological state. Our self-image plays an important role in our self-confidence and self-esteem and a person who is dissatisfied with their weight can end up becoming depressed.

There are a number of factors that need to be taken into account when it comes to determining why someone is underweight, including the following:

  1. Elderly people (mobility, swallowing difficulties, motivation to cook, etc.)
  2. Emotional problems (stress, anxiety, depression, etc.)
  3. Loss of taste
  4. Poor absorption
  5. Malnutrition
  6. Excessive physical activity
  7. Diseases such as overactive thyroid, inflammatory bowel disease and celiac disease.

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O que é gordura corporal, índice de massa corporal e peso corporal?

Body fat is estimated using a measure known as the Body Mass Index (BMI), which classifies a person as underweight if their BMI is below 18.5.

A person’s body weight is determined by the amount of calories consumed in relation to the amount of energy used by the body. If we consume the same amount of calories as the body expends, it means that energy use will be balanced and our weight will remain the same. In contrast, if we consume too many calories the body will use any extra and store them as fat (resulting in weight gain).

If we consume too little, the body will have to dip into its own reserves in order to get the energy it needs (resulting in weight loss).

Quais estratégias nutricionais ajudam no ganho de peso?

There are two points to bear in mind when dieting to gain weight:

  • Treatment

First of all, it is necessary to discover and treat the cause of what is causing the weight to be below normal. For example, if a person has irritable bowel syndrome, the cause and symptoms will be treated first because once the problem is solved, the person will start to gain weight.

  • Nutrition

It’s important to gain weight gradually and with nutritious food. There are several ways to do this, such as including foods rich in “good” fats in your diet, eating more often and including high-calorie shakes in your meal plan.

The diet plan is adapted to the client’s needs.

Perguntas Frequentes

Em que consiste uma primeira consulta de nutrição?

The aim of the first consultation is to understand your current state of health in as much detail as possible. Your health history will be discussed and, if necessary, a physical assessment will be carried out.

In some cases, additional tests may be requested between the first and second appointments. The initial treatment and development of the treatment plan are discussed in this session. The first appointment lasts about an hour.

A consulta de nutrição é adaptada às minhas necessidades?

Nutritional treatment is deeply focused on individualized care. No two prescriptions are the same, because each person is unique and their current state of health is the sum total of their experiences.

The outcome of treatment varies depending on the individual and the problem being treated. Thus, some people may get results quickly, while others may take several months or more.

Como funciona o acompanhamento?

At the start of treatment, face-to-face appointments are usually every 4 weeks. You shouldn’t go much longer than that.

In addition, I offer support for questions that may arise after consultations (1 email or 1 phone call). I like to follow my patients closely, especially at the beginning of their treatment. That way, the results are better.

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