hello my baby is 2yr old so how to gain weight

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age of the baby is 2 years Weight gain depeens upon birth weight and maturity of the baby if the baby is active and feeding adequately don't worry about it give milk shake with dry fruit powder for weight gain get deworming done and give iron supplements

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Although many parents think that their kids don't eat as well as they would like, unless they are actually not gaining weight well, it may not really be an issue. Note that there is a difference between being thin and underweight. If your child is thin and eats a lot of junk food, encourage healthier eating and give them a multivitamin if you think they are missing out on important nutrients.2

Research shows that children who have difficulty gaining weight, such as kids with limited diets, are more likely to have adverse impacts on their nutrition, growth, physical activity, and overall health.3

Avoid low-nutrient, energy-dense foods, such as junk foods with empty calories, including candy, chips, and soft drinks. Eating high-nutrient, energy-dense foods, which are high in calories, but also have vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients, such as whole milk, yogurt made with whole milk, and peanut butter.2

Steer clear of low-energy or non-energy-containing drinks, such as diet soda and fruit drinks, as they can fill up tummies without providing much in the way of calories or nutrients. Also, limit drinks at mealtimes, so that your child doesn't fill up too much to want to eat enough food.2

Most importantly, encourage your child to eat when they are most hungry, and to at least eat something, instead of totally skipping a meal, if they aren't hungry at a certain time of day.

Cereal with whole milk
Cheese or yogurt made with whole milk or 2% milkFried eggs
Orange juicePeanut butter
Trail mix with dried fruit, seeds, and nutsWhole milk or 2% milk

You might also make a list of the foods that your child actually likes to eat and then try to find more nutrient-dense and energy-dense versions of those foods. This should include fruits and vegetables and a variety of foods from all of the food groups.2
For example, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of powdered milk to 8 ounces of whole milk (150 calories) can add an extra 30 to 60 calories to your child's glass of milk. Or you could add a packet of meal replacement powder to a glass of whole milk and add an extra 130 calories to that glass of milk for a total of 280 calories.
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