How do I gain weight and make my muscles firm?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My height is 5'3", and my weight is 114.64 Ibs. My body structure is also small, and my muscles are not firm. I want my muscles to get firm, and I want to gain weight.

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Alka

Education:

BAMS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Alka is a dedicated Ayurveda Specialist with expertise in holistic and evidence-based Ayurvedic treatments. Her areas of focus include digestive disorders, stress management, skin conditions, lifestyle-related ailments, and chronic pain. She combines traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern insights to offer personalized care that promotes long-term wellness and natural healing.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I just read your query.

Weight should be proportional to height, and this can be calculated with the help of BMI (body mass index). Normal BMI should be between 19.5 to 24.9. Your BMI is 19.62. So if you want to gain some weight, you can. I suggest you try doing the following:

  1. Improve your dietary habits. Take equal amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fats.

  2. You can also try ayurvedic granules named Nutrigain (Aswangandha, Amlaki, Vatada) for some time. Take one to two teaspoons of these granules with lukewarm milk two times a day for four weeks.

  3. Exercise will help in improving muscle strength. You can learn these exercises from a professional trainer.

  4. Try all these things regularly for one month, and you will feel positive results.

I hope you find my answer helpful.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Alka
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 24, 2017
Reviewed At August 30, 2024

Education:

BAMS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Alka is a dedicated Ayurveda Specialist with expertise in holistic and evidence-based Ayurvedic treatments. Her areas of focus include digestive disorders, stress management, skin conditions, lifestyle-related ailments, and chronic pain. She combines traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern insights to offer personalized care that promotes long-term wellness and natural healing.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BAMS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Alka is a dedicated Ayurveda Specialist with expertise in holistic and evidence-based Ayurvedic treatments. Her areas of focus include digestive disorders, stress management, skin conditions, lifestyle-related ailments, and chronic pain. She combines traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern insights to offer personalized care that promotes long-term wellness and natural healing.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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