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it has. You should get in at least 5 or 6 servings of vegetables each day. Vegetables provide more than just vitamins and minerals. They also have good carbs that will help give you energy and help you gain weight. The fiber in vegetables will also help to regulate your digestive system. I know that 5 servings of veggies sounds impossible, especially if you don't care for them, but a good alternative is to drink V8 Splash. It has less sodium than regular V8 juice and it provides a full serving of fruits and vegetables in each 8 ounce glass. Besides, it has a pretty good taste and is easy to get down even for people with difficulty swallowing.

Fruits are also an absolute must! Some fruits will have more calories than others and will be better for weight gain. Bananas are very dense in calories in comparison with some of the other fruits and they also contain potassium and small amounts of fats. Oranges, grapes, apples, peaches, pears, plums, and blueberries are also good choices. I wouldn't go for strawberries or melons though because they contain very few calories and use up energy to digest. If you have trouble eating fruits, then you might do better blending them into a smoothie and adding orange juice to sweeten them. Try adding protein powder to your smoothies for an extra boost. You can also add Ensure to smoothies for extra protein and calories.

You will also need carbohydrates to help keep your energy levels up and add pounds, but be careful about which ones you eat. Avoid carbs that are refined such as bleached flour products, cakes, candies, white breads, light colored pastas, most kid's breakfast cereals, sodas, and soft drinks. Look for starchy products that are made from whole grains such as oatmeal, whole wheat breads, whole wheat bagels, whole grain cereals, and whole grain wraps. Generally, if you read the label and it has more than 3 or 4 grams of fiber per serving, then you are getting the right product. If you don't see fiber on the nutrition label then it isn't as healthy as the package makes it appear. Try to get in at least two or three carbs each day, or more if you can manage, but it is more important to get in the proteins, fruits and vegetables if you aren't able to eat large quantities.

You should also get in a few fats here and there. Good fats are found in nuts, avocados, and olives to name a few. Avoid fats from things like margerine, fried foods, and junk food. A little goes a long way in the fat department, so limit these to about

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