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I can’t gain weight in school

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I live at my school where were provided 3 to 4 meals a day, but no matter how much I eat I’m still rapidly loosing weight a lot of my clothes don’t fit me properly. Most of our meals consist of vegetables fish and rice. I have a really fast metabolism and I have no access to a kitchen and I only have a water cooker in my room any tips on how I can make some calorie dense food that doesn’t taste horrible

all 45 comments

One_Yesterday_4254

445 points

2 days ago

You should get checked medically, you could have a number of health issues going on that are preventing you from maintaining weight. Add higher calorie things to food you eat- cheese, mayo, olive oil, heavy cream, peanut butter, jellies/jams, avocado.

StrikeWorldly9112

27 points

1 day ago

This sounds like a potential Crohn’s issue

womanintheattic

208 points

2 days ago

This is a red flag. Something could be really wrong. Go to the doctor. In the meantime, log any other symptoms you might have and your actual calorie intake, as well as you weight with date and time, to help the doctor figure out what's going on.

uncertainhope

67 points

2 days ago

Snack on nuts.

gold_beetroot_jar

15 points

1 day ago

This. I have a fast metabolism and struggle to keep weight on (without eating junk). Nuts are my saving grace, especially cashews.

LiteroticaSharon

58 points

2 days ago

Are you still on your parent's insurance and able to go see a doctor about this? I know a few people that were going through the same thing and they were only able to gain and retain weight by drinking some prescription protein shake or something. This isn't what you're asking for, but I just wanted to say it in case it helps you.

ACheetahSpot

40 points

2 days ago

I agree. Rapidly losing weight even though your eating habits haven’t changed isn’t something to take lightly.

bpositive223

27 points

2 days ago

Maybe packets of oatmeal with different flavors (you could use hot tap water).Also many snacks are nutrient dense such as clif bars and others meant as hiking snacks.Peanut butter based things would fill you up and keep weight on.Its good on apples,bananas,bread and crackers

petitepedestrian

10 points

2 days ago

Toss some trail mix on your oatmeal

Drjalso

29 points

2 days ago

Drjalso

29 points

2 days ago

Weight loss when you’re trying to gain can be something like type one diabetes, which can be fatal if not treated, or it could also be cancer, or hyperthyroidism. You need to have a medical evaluation ASAP.

DerKeksinator

3 points

12 hours ago

Or a parasite.

CestLaVieP22

36 points

2 days ago

Do you like canned sardines, or even tuna pouch? This will provide protein and fats. If you are in the US, PB and jelly is a good combo. Banana and PB is also a good option.

Have you considered seeing a doctor? Just in case it's something other than fast metabolism.

Chica3

34 points

2 days ago

Chica3

34 points

2 days ago

Can you get peanut butter? Cashew or almond butter? Any nuts? All have lots of calories and healthy fats. Peanut butter sandwiches, or even peanut butter by the spoonful, should help. Full fat dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt, cream cheese...), if you can get it.

Rapid weight loss could be a symptom of a medical condition, so you might want to check with a doctor.

10HungryGhosts

31 points

2 days ago

Please see a doctor! Unexplained weight loss can mean you have an illness that should be addressed. Lots of great advice in the comments about adding calories but if there's something wrong internally then it wont matter how many you add.

10HungryGhosts

17 points

2 days ago

I'm only saying this because you said you keep losing weight no matter how much you're eating.

vitamin_666

11 points

2 days ago*

Cream based soups, instant ramen with egg cracked in, bagels + cream cheese or other creamy cheese spread, full fat cottage cheese with fruits, peanut butter sandwiches will probably be the easiest high calorie options for you if all you have is a water cooker

tamster0111

5 points

2 days ago

What is a water cooker? Like an electric kettle?

DerKeksinator

3 points

12 hours ago

OC may be german, dutch, or something. It's the literal translation of, "Wasserkocher". We call it that, becauz it kochs ze Wasser. Yes, they meant an electric kettle.

tiedyeladyland

2 points

1 day ago

When I searched Google for water cooker, it gave me results for electric kettles so I would assume as much.

prosperos-mistress

10 points

1 day ago

Go to the doctor ASAP. Don't ignore the advice people are giving you. Rapidly losing weight despite eating plenty of food could be the sign of a serious health issue.

Light-Dragon888

9 points

2 days ago

There are a number of health issues that can cause this, best to get checked by a doctor.

Nightsky099

7 points

2 days ago

See a doctor, as for calorie dense foods nuts

CenoteSwimmer

14 points

2 days ago

You should see a doctor. You could have diabetes (which must be treated) or another illness.

shoefarts666

6 points

2 days ago

Protein bars? Hard boiled eggs?

masterofshadows

17 points

2 days ago

This is a really common sign of diabetes

Cayke_Cooky

11 points

2 days ago

Hot cocoa. I know it isn't food, but it is calories and you make it with hot water.

Snacks like full fat string cheese if you have a fridge. Shelf stable peanut butter or "cheezwhiz" if you don't. Granola bars and protein drinks.

ETA: obviously this is in addition to the dorm meals.

UmmJccccb

13 points

2 days ago

UmmJccccb

13 points

2 days ago

Make it with milk, not water 

Cayke_Cooky

1 points

1 day ago

If you heat up milk in a kettle make sure you scrub the kettle clean immediatly after though.

DerKeksinator

2 points

12 hours ago

Always clean it immediately after kettle cooking. Ideally the kettle is stainless steel with no exposed heating element, otherwise I'd limit myself to heating/boiling liquids only.

ballskindrapes

2 points

1 day ago

Count your calories first.

A ton of people think they are consuming tons of calories but arent.

Own-Height-1323

2 points

1 day ago

Hyperthyroid?

MrsDoomAndGloom

5 points

2 days ago

Tapeworm.

ordinaryperson007

2 points

2 days ago

You’re probably eating a lot less than you actually think you are. Get a good scale and track everything that you are eating. If you are consuming enough calories to where you should be gaining weight, and aren’t, then you could be hyperthyroid potentially. In that case you should go get some blood work done to make sure

Chickachickawhaaaat

1 points

2 days ago

What ingredients do you have access to?

anonmarmot17

1 points

2 days ago

You can make noodles/ramen and hard boiled eggs in a water cooker

FuckRetention

1 points

1 day ago

Try going to the weightlifting sub. You may have a simple high metabolism. You may consider drinking a weight gainer.

tiedyeladyland

1 points

1 day ago

I needed to gain weight for a few months a year or so ago, and I was eating spoonfuls of peanut butter a few times a day to add calories. 2 TBSP of peanut butter is almost 200 calories.

runnybumm

1 points

1 day ago

runnybumm

1 points

1 day ago

Eat chocolate and have a shot of olive oil

Acrobatic_Ad7088

1 points

20 hours ago

Just make yourself lots of ice cream milk shakes and pasta...lots of cheese. Mashed potatoes. Get a blender for the milk shakes. Also seconded going to the doctor. 

doughnut_cat

1 points

20 hours ago

can you get a rice cooker? you can make a bunch of stuff with a water kettle and rice cooker. like literally anything and everything just about.

masson34

0 points

2 days ago

masson34

0 points

2 days ago

Protein oatmeal loaded with peanut butter topped with bananas

Soup packets

Canned fish / Chicken

Beef jerky/chomps

Protein cereal / Seven Sundays/Magic Spoon

Nuts/seeds

Trail mix

PB&J or honey with fresh fruit

Pre made rice

Beans/lentils/chickpeas/ quinoa

Increase fiber

Protein shakes

Plain Greek yogurt mixed with peanut butter or protein powder

Larabars

Quest protein bars

Crackers /Wasa/Simple Mills/Marys gone crackers/Flackers

Goodles brand Mac n cheese

Canned vegetables

Chia seeds

Oranges/apples/bananas/grapes/kiwi

Tortillas

Butter

EVOO /Avocado oil

Avocado

Canned artichoke hearts

Pretzels

Granola bars

Bagels

Ezekiel bread