How to Gain weight - #9643

Bushra

I am 25 year old, and I am just 47kg. I have been diagnosed with IBS-D. I am not able to gain weight. I want to gain almost 13 kg. I am very skinny. I was 52 kg but due to IBS , i lost the weight of almost 5 kg.

Age: 25

Chronic illnesses: IBS-D

Ibs-d

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Dr. Mayuri Kakoti

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45 days ago

Hello Bushra,

Managing weight gain with IBS-D can be challenging, but with targeted strategies, it’s achievable. Consider the following:
	•	Frequent, Small Meals: Consume smaller, nutrient-dense meals regularly to increase calorie intake without exacerbating IBS symptoms.  ￼
	•	Low-FODMAP Foods: Incorporate low-FODMAP, high-calorie foods like certain fruits (e.g., bananas, blueberries), lean proteins, and lactose-free dairy to minimize digestive discomfort.
	•	Caloric Beverages: Include high-calorie drinks such as smoothies with lactose-free yogurt or nut butters to boost energy intake.  ￼
	•	Healthy Fats: Add healthy oils like olive or avocado oil to meals for additional calories and nutrients.
	•	Professional Guidance: Consult a dietitian experienced with IBS to develop a personalized plan and monitor your progress.

Gradual weight gain is healthier and more sustainable; aim for an increase of approximately 0.5 kg per week. Patience and consistency are key. If certain foods exacerbate your IBS-D symptoms, adjust your diet accordingly and seek professional advice.

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Dr. Aman Shaba

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45 days ago

Hi Bushra,  
IBS-D has both medical and psychiatric components— involving gut sensitivity and digestion issues, along with psychological factors like stress, anxiety, or suppressed emotions. Both need to be properly evaluated.

At 25 and 47 kg, your weight loss is likely due to poor absorption, restricted diet, and stress-related changes in appetite and digestion. With the right approach, gaining those 13 kg is possible.

What you can do:

- Follow a low FODMAP diet – avoid certain carbs that ferment in the gut and trigger IBS (like onions, garlic, milk, wheat, beans, apples). A dietitian can help tailor it for you.
- Eat small, frequent, calorie-rich meals  
- Add healthy fats and digestible proteins  
- Practice stress management – yoga, deep breathing, regular sleep  
- For the psychiatric component, consult a psychiatrist for therapy or medication (if needed) to manage anxiety, which directly affects gut function

If you’d like a complete mind-gut treatment plan or have more questions, you can consult online or in person.

– Dr. Aman Shaba  
MD (Psychiatry)
Consultant Psychiatrist 
7992489808

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44 days ago

Avoid fried food and spicy food 
Water intake more 
Green leafy vegetables and fruits 
Small meals 
Monitor calories input and calories output 
Do connect and consult will help you 

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Dr. Deepanshu Chawla

Intervention Pulmonologist Md in Respiratory Medicine Fellowship in Intervention Pulmonology 10 years of experience

43 days ago

Eat small, frequent meals, try to eat smaller meals throughout the day, can help prevent triggering your IBS-D

Choose foods that are high in calories and nutrients to help you gain weight. Increase fats, protein, and carbohydrates 

Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger your IBS-D symptoms, such as spicy foods, caffeine, and high-fat foods.

Increase water intake specially in summers

Can also consider starting multivitamins , vit D capsule and protein supplement

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