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Im a 22 years old male with a persistently low appetite similar to that off pre-teen child . Despite my effort I struggle to consume sufficient food and remain underweight , I previously consulted a doctor at the age of 16 and was advise that it's not my time to gain weight , when I revisit the doctor stated that my time would come .However my concern persist due to my on going difficulties with eating and maintaining a healthy weight .
U would appreciate a thorough evaluation determine if there are any underlying medical condition contributing to my low appetite and underweight . I am seeking guidance on how to address these issue and achieve a healthy weight .
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It’s understandable to feel concerned when your appetite remains low and gaining weight is a challenge.
- At your age, it’s important to investigate all possible reasons—sometimes, issues like thyroid problems, digestive conditions, or vitamin shortages can affect your hunger and weight. That’s why a complete health check-up is a good first step.
-Eating foods that pack a lot of nutrition into small amounts—like nuts, seeds, paneer, eggs, and whole grains—can help you get more energy and nutrients without needing to eat large meals. You can also add healthy oils or nut butters to your food for extra calories.
- If stress or emotions are affecting your appetite, talking to a counsellor can really help.
-As a dietitian, I can guide you in understanding what’s causing your low appetite, create a plan with tasty, nourishing meals, and support you every step of the way.
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You can consult me further to start your nutrition journey on how to improve your appetite and overall better health.
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To address your issue, detailed assessment is required of your current diet and measurements. It would be much better to identify the route cause and then to comment on how to deal with it. Primary aim should be to understand where the issue is lying.
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the patient should connect with a dietician and should provide detailed food journal and lifestyle related answers along with his anthropometric measurements. after face to face consultation and counseling, a sustainable diet should be provided. and undergo basic evaluation like for anemia, b12 and zinc deficiency which causes low appetite.
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drink 2-3 glasses of water early in the morning with fennel seeds and ginger to stimulate appetite.
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Good noon pls kindly contact doctor at first.
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Ms. Arti Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
20 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
As I need to understand more about your health, Eating pattern and other clinical findings, identify the Current Health Report to give you right advice. You can connect us for private consultation. All the best
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Book your appointment online through Practo
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
It could be due to deficiency also
Better to check your whole profile first then connect over consultation to help you better
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
If you’re struggling to eat consistently , gain or maintain healthy weight, and build muscle, the goal should be simplified eating, improving appetite and focus on high calorie foods without making you feel too full or heavy
Muscle friendly foods to eat often
Protein:
Paneer , tofu , soya , eggs , dal , sprouts and chole
Healthy carbs:
Roti , brown rice, quinoa, oats, sweet potatoes, fruits
Healthy fats :
Ghee , nuts , peanut butter, avocado, olive oil, coconut
Dark chocolate
High calorie snacks :
Banana + peanut butter
Dry fruits mix
Protein Smoothie
Roasted chana or trail mix
Boiled eggs with salt
✅. Orher tips
Don’t skip meals, if you’re not hungry-have small snacks often
Drink fluid between meals , to avoid early fullness
Strength training at least 3-4 times/ week
Sleep 7-8 hours/ night
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Ms. Itu Chhabra
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly connect directly with custom based diets.. thanks
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