Weight Gain

Veganism has become increasingly popular over the years. Many believe that ditching products derived from animals is a positive step forward in helping to protect the planet and its resources, and ensure that animals live free from abuse. However, those looking to body build on a vegan diet may find it a little more challenging than non-vegans, since meat-based protein is a big part of a non-vegan's meal plan to...

There are many different medical and personal reasons behind being underweight. Some people, particularly (but not exclusively) men, are a healthy weight but would like to be less skinny, or to have more muscle. If you would like to increase your body size, it is...

There are both health and aesthetic reasons for trying to gain weight and (or) muscle. Aesthetically, you may be on the skinnier side of things and keen for more fullness or muscle definition. Or it may be that you have lost weight due to an...

Almost everyone knows roughly what their body weight is or where they fall on the BMI scale, but these factors don’t always give us an accurate picture of overall health. Body composition, e.g. the breakdown of protein, fat, minerals and body water in our bodies...

If you’re struggling to gain weight through your diet alone, you might want to consider taking a supplement to help you achieve your weight-gain goals. Instead of seeking out high-calorie foods like creamy pasta, ice cream or cake, skip the associated health complications and gain...

Conscious of having loose skin around your body? Don’t fret; it’s completely normal for skin to sag a little, especially if you’ve recently lost a lot of weight or had a baby. If you’re searching for ways to reduce the appearance of it though, know...

If you have a BMI lower than 18.5, you may be underweight. While there are several reasons this may be the case – such as a poor appetite or an overactive thyroid – you’ll need to know how to gain weight safely and nutrition is...

What you eat has a huge affect on your weight. But can when you eat cause weight gain, too? What causes weight gain? Weight gain mainly comes down to simple maths: calories. If you consistently eat more calories than your body needs for fuel, you will...