Extremely underweight

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Asked for Female, 15 Years

Ok so I’m 15 and 5 feet tall but weigh 65 pounds and I don’t know what to do.

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Ms. Ankita Bhargava

Dietitian/Nutritionist 12 yrs exp Bangalore

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Hi, surely will help you. See, there are many reason of not gaining weight. . Endrocrine problems like hypothyroidism . IBS . Dietary problem . Liver problem . Tuberculosis . Vitamin and minerals deficiencies . Gi problem And many more There is caused behind every disease. So, better to consult any near by dietician or you can contact me through the link below,so that we can discuss in detail and suggest you accordingly.

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Ms. Archna Gupta

Dietitian/Nutritionist 25 yrs exp Ghaziabad

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Please share your other details about Health as well as family history and eating pattern with physical activity level. Eat healthy high protein diet for the time being

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you can take online appointment on practo direct consult for detailed personalised diet plan and lifestyle management

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you're too young may be due to less Healthy food intake or excessive physical activity level and high BMR level and may be hereditary.