I am a father of a 6yr-old with ADHD. My question is how do I get him to gain weight? He is currently 27lbs. He is very active and he likes to play outdoors. What kind of food should I give him?
First, you should have your child checked for a tape worm or any other parasite that might be eating up his calories. Increasing your child's calories is the most important thing for him to gain weight. You should ensure you child has 300 calories per serving. For his snacks, you can give him cheese burgers, cakes, cookies, french fries and ice cream made with at least 25% butter fat. Most of all, give him fresh fruits and veggies.
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You can ask your child's
You can ask your child's pediatrician about vitamins that can boost your child's appetite.
One of the reason why your
One of the reasons why your child is not gaining weight is worms...have your child been dewormed?
Hi Robi! First, you should
Hi Robi!
First, you should have your child checked for a tape worm or any other parasite that might be eating up his calories. Increasing your child's calories is the most important thing for him to gain weight. You should ensure you child has 300 calories per serving. For his snacks, you can give him cheese burgers, cakes, cookies, french fries and ice cream made with at least 25% butter fat. Most of all, give him fresh fruits and veggies.
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