How to Put on Weight to Get Big

Reasons to put on weight include being extremely underweight, recovering from an illness and landing a part in a movie or picture shoot that requires a fuller figure. What is important to remember when putting on weight is that it should be accomplished in a safe, healthy manner.

Calories

• Keep regular checks on weight gain for health safety.

  An average woman requires 1,800 calories per day and an average man requires 2,400 calories per day to keep a healthy weight, combined with regular exercise. When eating to gain weight, it is advisable to seek professional personal medical advice.

Regular Snacks

• Cheese can be high in calories but too much dietary fat can increase the risk of Atherosclerosis.

  The Government of Manitoba published a guide sheet: 'How to Gain Weight'. This guide sheet states it is best to eat regular nutritious high calorie snacks throughout the day, including a snack before bed and eat a large meal when the appetite is at its best to gain weight successfully.

Misconceptions

• Eating less calories causes weight loss

  Do not fill up with low-calorie foods to gain weight. Filling up on low calorie food and drinks such as raw, bulky vegetables, soup, tea, coffee, diet soda's will not provide the required calories. Instead, consume high calorie foods such as potatoes, pasta, butter, ice cream and fatty meats.

Warning

• Consult medical advice to prevent unwanted weight gain illnesses.

  Eating unhealthy and high-fat foods can cause tiredness. Tiredness is only one side effect of purposely eating to gain weight. There are also the possibilities of acne, nausea and stomach problems arising.