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Should I take protein powder?
Hello doctor, I want to increase my weight since I am underweight. I weigh 46 kg and my height is 5'7.
I read on google about this product called ' Protinex tasty chocolate 250GM'.
Is it worth giving it a try?
If it is, how much is recommended to consume per day?
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Hi
Don't take unnecessary protein powders. There will be chance of effect some internal organs in future. You can definitely meet your daily protein intake through normal balanced diet.
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To gain weight blindly don't start taking any protein supplement. Supplements are ment to take when your diet is not providing you enough of protein.
Work on proper diet and exercise so that you gain healthy wait not just fat.
Need more information about your lifestyle and eating pattern to help you better.
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if you want to try protein powder only than go with himalaya quista
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For supplements and nutritional products always take expert advise
Depend of your dietary protein we can suggest you how much you should take it in the form of supplements
Weight gain does not only requires protein but also carbohydrates plays importance role
Personalised diet approach is suggested for desired result
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Avoid taking any supplements, without knowledge as every body type is different and even supplements vary with your food intake
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Hello,
Weight gain is a gradual process and it needs a lot personalised dietary approaches. Contact me online for the detailed diet chart. Most commercial malted beverages are sugar loaded, it's better to avoid it.
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Hi..thanks for your query. According to your height your ideal body weight should be 65 kgs. You need to take high protein diet. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals. Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you.
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Hi it has some amount of sugar, you can include this in your diet but also try incorporating good about of natural sources of protein carbs and fat.
Spread your meals at 2-3 hours interval. Do some form of physical activity for better nutrient absorption.
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Ms. Anjali kanphade
Dietitian/Nutritionist
7 yrs exp
Nagpur
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No dont take
I need your complete information
Take natural sources like eggs, fish, chicken, etc.
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Ms. Sana Khalid
Dietitian/Nutritionist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi!
As per your age and height, you are quite Underweight. Please include foods that can import our appetite and also help you gain some mass like milk , milk products, bananas, dry fruits and healthy fats like ghee.
‘Protinex’ has an unpleasant taste, and is not very effective in healthy weight gain as it has sugar in high amounts.
A detailed assessment is necessary to give you a suitable diet plan for healthy weight gain.
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Stay hydrated,eat high protein foods. Consult online on practo.com for further advice
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Avoid taking any medication/supplement for weight gain without expert advice or prescription.
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