#asktheexpert weight gain food

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy5 months ago

A. For a 2-year-5-month-old child, the focus should be on offering nutrient-rich, energy-dense foods that support healthy weight gain and overall development. Here’s a list of healthy options: Weight Gain Foods for Toddlers (2.5 years old) 1. Healthy Fats Ghee (add a small spoon to rice, dal, roti) Butter (on paratha, toast) Nut powders (almond, walnut, cashew powder in milk or porridge) Peanut butter (if there’s no allergy) 2. Full-Fat Dairy Whole milk Cheese Paneer (cooked soft) Yogurt/curd 3. Protein-Rich Foods Eggs (boiled, scrambled, egg dosa) Chicken (soft cooked, shredded) Fish (boneless and well-cooked) Moong dal, toor dal, chana dal Sprouts (well-cooked) 4. Carbohydrate & Energy Boosters Rice and ghee Potato, sweet potato (mashed with butter/ghee) Ragi (nachni) porridge Suji (semolina) halwa with ghee and dry fruits Banana (especially elaichi banana – small ones) 5. Dry Fruits (in powder form or paste) Soak almonds, dates, figs overnight and blend Add to milk, porridge, or smoothies 6. Snacks and Extras Homemade laddoos (ragi, atta, dry fruits) Parathas with potato, paneer, or ghee Milkshakes and smoothies (banana, mango, chikoo with nuts) Tips to Encourage Weight Gain: Give 5-6 small meals a day. Avoid junk food and sugary snacks. Encourage physical play – it builds muscle and improves appetite. Make food attractive and fun – colorful, shaped, served in playful ways.