Be aware: this is only the goal of this diet, not necessarily its outcome. Results vary from person to person. Consult your doctor or dietician before starting this (or any other) diet.
This diet is meant for 'skinny' people who have a lot of trouble gaining weight. The diet (or 'guide') was written by Vince Del Monte.
On the homepage you can compare Skinny Guy's Guide with other diets.
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The most important thing with this diet is that you keep eating. Del Monte recommends eating every 2.5 hours (set an alarm clock to remind you to eat).
You should eat your first meal 15-30 minutes after waking up. No later. It is important to make sure you eat hearty. For example, double the breakfast you normally eat now.
From this point on you are supposed to eat (at least) every 2.5 hours. Here too the advise is to double everything you normally eat. It is important that you eat food that is high in calories and high in (slow) carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and fibre.
Tip: Use large plates, large cups and large cutlery. It may seem weird, but it can make it look like you're eating less. This makes it a little easier, according to Del Monte, to eat so much.
The guide recommends that you have at least three meals before you start exercising (in the afternoon or evening).
If you do exercise in the morning, it's important to eat well beforehand. You may only have time to work out in the morning (or you may prefer to do so). A proposed alternative here is to eat a large meal after you exercise.
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During exercise you can drink (protein) shakes. If you train a lot with heavy weights, Del Monte recommends a mix of carbohydrates (weight-gainer shake) with a protein shake (2:1 ratio). Take this shake before and after your workout.
This diet is not suitable for everyone. Consult your doctor or dietician before starting this diet, especially in the case of unwanted weight loss.
The Skinny Guy’s Guide is a book by Vince Del Monte's you can read to learn more about this diet.
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As you see fit
With the professional help of a dietitian it should be easier to reach your goals. Please contact a dietician in your area or talk to a doctor before starting any diet.
Please take note that most diets do not have a scientific basis.
Consult your doctor or dietician before starting a diet, especially if you have a chronic condition like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, lung disease or kidney disease.
If you think you might have an eating disorder (like anorexia or bulimia), it is important to look for professional help. Contact your (house) doctor or find help elsewhere. Here you can find a list of several websites that can provide (online) help. These sites also provide information for people that know someone with an eating disorder.