Healthy food has always been the secret of attaining a healthy body. While many strive to lose their weight, many are craving to gain a few pounds as well. You might think it is easy to gain weight; just swallow all sorts of oily, fried and fatty foods. But, that is definitely not a healthy way.
Dried fruits and nuts
Dried fruits and nuts are rich source of calories, nutrients and
fibre. So, add some raisins, almonds, walnuts and cashews in your diet.
One cup of raisins has about 449 calories, while a cup of almonds has
around 529 calories. You can enjoy them as a topping on ice creams and
yoghurts, or can toss them in salads and cereals.
Cheese
Like all dairy products even cheese contains all essential nutrients.
It is rich in fat that is healthy if you want to gain weight quickly.
Along with calories, it is rich in protein, calcium, and cholesterol.
So, sprinkle some cheese on your dishes to make them even more
mouth-watering. A single serving of cheddar cheese contains around 69
calories.
Peanut butter
Peanut butter is a rich source of protein and fat and can be a
wonderful choice for people trying to gain weight. A tablespoon of
peanut butter contains approximately 100 calories. It has numerous
essential nutrients. The fat in peanut butter is more of unsaturated
type, which is healthy for your heart. You can enjoy peanut butter on
wholegrain breads or as dips for apples or as a post workout shake.
Whole milk
Whole 'fat' milk can be used with oatmeal, cereals or can be enjoyed
as just a glass of milk with an extra boost of chocolate. It is rich in
calories and also contains vitamin D and A. Instead of skimmed milk opt
for whole milk with all the fat in it and you can gain weight fast. A
glass of whole milk has about 120-150 calories.
Potato
Potato is a common vegetable that people usually avoid when they want
to lose weight, but what is keeping you away from it? It is a rich
source of complex carbohydrates and helps in gaining weight. It has
great nutritional value, rich in starch, fibre and vitamin C. Have
potatoes with its skin as it is rich in protein along with its skin or
add it to your different veggies. A medium potato has around 150
calories.
Pasta
Pasta is a delicious and calorie dense food. It is a rich source of
carbohydrates as well. Add to it a lot of veggies and it becomes rich in
essential nutrients. A cup of macaroni contains around 390 calories,
whereas a cup of cooked spaghetti has approximately 220 calories in it.
Butter
Butter is a source of saturated fats and a small amount of it can be
used for cooking. It can be enjoyed on bread or to fry snacks and added
to rich delicious dishes for tasting. Butter or ghee has a concentrated
flavour and good calories to make you gain weight fast.
Healthy sugary fruits
Fruits like mango, papaya, bananas and pineapples can help you gain
weight. These contain natural sugars and are a great source of energy.
Avocados are the best option for those trying to gain weight. It is rich
in fat and calories. An avocado contains around 300 calories. So, add
these sweet and healthy fruits in your diet as fruit salads, desserts
and smoothies.
Eggs
Eggs are rich in calories and also contain nutrients and protein. One
egg on an average contains around 70 calories and 5 grams of fat. That
is why, it is a favourite with body builders. They are also rich in
Omega-3 fatty acids and the egg yolk contains high amount of cholesterol
that is not unhealthy. So, enjoy scrambled egg, boiled eggs or sunny
side up to gain weight fast.
Lean red meat
Lean meat is rich in calories and increases weight fast. This can be
taken with a healthy diet for a healthy body. They are also a rich
source of proteins that are good for building muscles. Relish it roasted
or cooked and gain weight fast.
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