How to get fat? Don't think it's a piece of cake.

@sirzhang (229)
China
August 27, 2010 6:30am CST
I am male, 180cm heigh, 65kgs weight. Watching my photoes which was taken a couple of days ago, I found I am so thin. owing to this reason, my face looks even a bit long. What's more, I usually have poor appetite and eat little. Many methods have been tried but the situation still keep the same. I am so frustrated and disappointed. For married man, I do care about it. Do you have such a poor experience? Any methods could be recommended? Don't tell me eat fast food with high calories as much as I could.
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@LaurenInLA (2270)
• United States
27 Aug 10
Pancakes, pizza, pasta, milkshakes, potatoes, bread. All carbs. All the time. That's what seems to work for me. When my husband was in the hospital in 2009 and kept losing weight, they gave him double portions at each meal and that was all that he needed. Of course, you have to make sure that you eat them. Don't discount fast food. When you look at the calorie content of those meals, you could definitely pack on some weight. A typical serving of a burger and fries has over 1500 calories in it. Are you very physically active? If so, try eating the above foods and not doing any exercise for a week. Weigh yourself and see if that does the trick for you. Good luck
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• United States
27 Aug 10
I'm afraid that I would have to disagree with you. A half cup of chocolate icre cream from Stone Cold Creamery is 390 calories. You would have to eat more than 4 medium sized apple to get the same amount of calories as you would get in a 1/2 cup of ice cream. I'll bet that you could eat more than a half cup of ice cream and I gurantee you that you couldn't eat 4 medium apples
@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
I am afraid high caloria containing food will not make you hungry any more after some was ate.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
hehe, that's it. you won.
@dealerlv (264)
• Latvia
27 Aug 10
I have a similar problem. Get the weight is very difficult. Need to eat much meat, fish, dairy produce. Need to go the weight room two or three times a week. Each time you need to be trained each muscle group. After the workout to go home and eat a lot of products containig the protein. Before the workout adviced to eat vegatables and fuits. Eat at least two hours before a workout. The result will not be quick. Will pas a very long time. In this way did not get only fat but you will get the muscles and look great. Good luck!
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
So with this method, do you get the weight now?
@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
Yeah, we do have a long way to go especially me. hehe
@dealerlv (264)
• Latvia
27 Aug 10
Yes but it does not happen quickly as some muscles are growing ar a very slow and it's hard job. In one year not get more than 10 kilograms. 10 kilograms per year at a maximum. Yes I have the method helped. And continue to train hard. My score is plus five kilograms.
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• Philippines
27 Aug 10
You're one of the few people that asks how to gain weight. Okay, I do not know if this will work for you. I hope it will though. Eat foods rich in carbohydrates like rice, bread etc. Don't forget to eat a balanced meal. Try avocado with milk too. I tastes nice, and you'll probably gain weight. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper. Remember this. Here's a link too: http://www.medimanage.com/myweight/articles/ways-to-gain-weight.aspx I hope this helps you.
• Philippines
27 Aug 10
LOL. No worries. It still depends on the metabolism. I guess you have a very fast metabolism. (I wish I have too.lol) But I still do hope you'll gain some weight.
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
We are facing different problems but the same vexation.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
Trishasantos, you are so thoughtful. thank you. I must gain fat, otherwise I will let down your help. hehe
@meowcow (931)
• Philippines
27 Aug 10
I have a lot of friends who have this problem. And even on television I have heard in some news that it is in fact a whole lot more difficult to pack on muscle and weight rather than get rid of fat. For fat, diet and exercise is fine, but for thin people, the road is not laid out. Genetics can be a real pain in the neck sometimes and I empathize with your frustration. My friends have done everything and only one succeeded and even he didn't know how. But personally, I would advice you to see a professional like a nutritionist if it has been affecting you're health. Self diagnosis can be misleading at times. Good luck!
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
Thank you, my friend.
• Philippines
27 Aug 10
you can get fat by eating high calorie foods like fries ice creams and cakes. Then try to take Multivitamins containing buclizine which is an appetite stimulant. And of course chocolates which are high calorie containing food. i was thin too before. But when I started eating such, I gained weight easily.
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
Wow, congratulations, eating, eating, and eating. especially high calorie containing food.
@ashime (57)
• Philippines
27 Aug 10
According to my knowledge if you've got a high metabolism you can't help it but your going to stay thin.... I've got friends who are also like that, no matter how much they eat, they still stay the same. :) May I ask, is your family all thin or is it just you?
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
There is no person who is extremly fat in my family. They all get their normal weight except for me.
@ashime (57)
• Philippines
28 Aug 10
hmmm... why don't you go to a professional, they have regimens to that. because if it is not normal in your family, maybe you really have a very high metabolism or, God forbid, you have an underlying disease..... but that is on my opinion. :)
@ifa225 (14364)
• Indonesia
29 Aug 10
i am thin too and it is hard for me to get fat. i mean not really fat, just increase for a few kilo. i used to drink milk for weight gain, it helps me to stay balance but not fat. maybe u can try too.
@picjim (3002)
• India
27 Aug 10
I'm no expert.I'd request you to start doing exercise.This will make you hungry and you'll consume more food.I feel 65 kg for 180 cms is just a bit underweight.You can put on 5 or 10 kg.
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
I hope that I can reach up to 85kgs weight. But it is impossible for me I think. My weight has never exceeded 70kgs. Thanks for your suggestion, the first method, doing exercise. Got it.
• Indonesia
27 Aug 10
If you can't gain fat, gain muscles. Go to a gym every twice a week at least. If you dispose sweats from the gym, you're getting hungry. Try to eat food with more protein like eggs or meat. If you keep on doing it continously, then in 2-3 months, you'll see the difference.
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@sirzhang (229)
• China
27 Aug 10
Wow, it seems that you are very confident with your method. I can't help to have a try.
@sasuke96 (797)
• India
28 Aug 10
So, you have a health problem for your weight. I think that according to your height you are quite underweight. My uncle is a diet expert. I have learned some good tips of health from him. I will share them with you. 1. The main thing to be healthy is to drink some healthy juice in the very morning and then went out for jogging. I will rather suggest to jog at least 2 miles a day to be fit. 2. Now just do a normal day. Remember that if you do jogging daily, your hunger will soon increase and you will surely eat more. Please don't do overwork as it will be harmful for you. Just remember that you need not to pressure your body too much. 3. If you are fond of vegetables then try to eat them more and if you like non-beg then i will rather suggest to take chickens and other protein foods thrice a week. I wish the information helped you! Enjoy!
@sirzhang (229)
• China
30 Aug 10
Wow, it's new for me. But I am worried that if drinking juice can make me get more fat. May be it cam just keep your body healthy .
• United States
28 Aug 10
Dude I eat all the time and I'm married with two kids, it all started when she was pregnant and then from there everything went down hill. I would rather be skinny than chunky. I am 5'6 ft. and weigh 170 lbs. I have been trying to lose weight by running and working out. My recommendation is be happy with how you are and proud of how you look.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
By means of your weight, I learnt that you are a optimistic person and enjoy your lift with your family. How I envy you.
@Libertywu (136)
• China
30 Aug 10
Hi ,Zhang, i doubt whether you are a CHInese?
@sirzhang (229)
• China
30 Aug 10
Why? Why did you doubt I am not a Chinese.
@Libertywu (136)
• China
30 Aug 10
Hi, Zhang, My boyfriend have the same problem with you. No matter how much he eats, there is no use for his geting weight. I think maybe it's stress and genes that make him slim.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
30 Aug 10
Maybe, doesn't he feel frustrated? As a man, I wish I could become more stronger, but if you are very thin. I can't imagine how strong you look.
• United States
28 Aug 10
My sister wanted to gain a few extra pounds so she used protein shake powder stuff mixed with milkshakes, at NIGHT. you burn fewer calories in your sleep! It's not really a good idea to have a heavy meal before sleep but because it is a drink i don't think it would be too bad. Good luck!
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
The mothod you mentioned is the common one here, maybe it is really effective. I will have a try. Thank you my friend.
@sweety2006 (1411)
• United States
27 Aug 10
Exercise and eat a lot of protein and this will definitely give you some muscle weight. I also heard eating bananas everyday and drinking banana milk juice will help you gain some weight.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
Bananas? wow, that's my favourate fruit. But fruit always makes you become thin as they have less calories.
@Loen210 (1540)
• United States
29 Aug 10
Good for you, sirzhang, making the healthy effor tto gain weight. I have had to gain weight over the years (and the other way around too). Mostly from medical setbacks. So, here are some suggestions: (First off, are you in the USA, or Asia, or elsewhere?) - ENSURE drink (especially when I really needed to gain weight, I drank at least 3 of these a day). Yummy chocolate flavor. - BOOST drink - Odwalla (I just started trying these out this summer, recommended from nutritionist) There are many other nutritional, supplemental drinks. Also, if your insurance covers, I recommend you see a nutritionist who can help you figure out what needs to be done. Best of luck, and keep us up to date! :O)
@ronharold (555)
• Philippines
28 Aug 10
I have a similar situation with you, but after I graduate from my university and have more rest I gain weight instantly. I would like to recommend that you should fake your metabolism. Vary the volume of your meals. You can eat more this day, then less on another days. Have plenty of sleep. And stop thinking too much. Actually, by doing this, I can gain or loose weight in a matter of 1-2 weeks only.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
so fast? How did you do that? just eat more today and less tomorrow?
@bloemart (222)
• Philippines
28 Aug 10
I think you have a fast body metabolism. I think you should take some supplements and you must go to the gym to improve your body condition. You should also ask some nutritionist regarding this matter.
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
Your method requires a sum of money.
• Netherlands
27 Aug 10
wow now i realis it is hard for some people to gain weight i knew a girl who had the same problems as you but she didnt really care actually she had a pizza weekend each week i dont know if she still has that but shes still skinny as always
@sirzhang (229)
• China
28 Aug 10
yeah, I do have this situation like you said. For a girl, I think it's what they dream to obtain. But for a man, it doesn't mean a good thing.