How much protein do i need for weight gain?

Question

I'm a bit underweight and want to gain some muscle mass. My gym instructor said I need to eat more protein. Roughly how much protein do I actually need every day for effective weight gain?

Rohit Deshmukh · Accepted Answer

A standard recommendation for building lean mass is about 1.5g of protein per kilogram of body weight. However, your metabolism and physical activity play huge roles here. Consulting a qualified clinical nutritionist is the safest way to structure this.

Manpreet Kaur · Answer

My daughter was so thin during her college exams because of stress. I started giving her a glass of full-cream milk with soaked almonds and walnuts every morning. Adding healthy fats along with protein is very important for kids to gain healthy weight.

Suresh Gupta · Answer

While looking to gain weight, make sure you don't consume sugary protein shakes or heavy carbs that spike blood sugar. I focus on safe protein sources like paneer and roasted chana. Always monitor your sugar levels if you are changing your food patterns.

Tarun Sharma · Answer

Haan bhai, weight gain ke liye khali protein se kaam nahi chalega, carbs bhi chahiye. Try adding paneer, milk, and sattu to your daily diet, na. Aim for around 80-90g daily and see the change in a couple of months!

Anjali Pillai · Answer

Don't stress too much about the scale. Just focus on eating healthy portions of home food like dal and paneer every day, and you will see gradual progress.

Kavitha Rao · Answer

If you are struggling to gain weight despite eating well, please get your thyroid levels checked first. Hyperthyroidism can keep you thin no matter how much you eat. It's always best to treat the root cause with your doctor's guidance.

Riya Sen · Answer

About 1.2 to 1.5 grams per kg works really well for healthy weight gain. Just stay consistent with your meals!

How much protein do i need for weight gain?

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Consult a dietary specialist

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