With 101 million women and 102 million men being Underweight, India accounts for almost 40% of the world’s underweight population. The malnutrition issue in India is driven by the population’s dependence on a carbohydrate-intensive, low-protein & low-fibre diet.

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What is Underweight?

Underweight refers to a condition where one’s body weight falls below the normal range. Too low a body weight is not considered healthy as it prevents the normal functions of the body. Technically, when a person’s Body Mass Index (BMI) falls to 18.5 or below, it is referred to as Underweight (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).

To calculate BMI, one needs to divide their weight (in kilograms) by their height (in metres squared).

BMI = Weight (in kgs) / Height (in m2)

Severely underweight individuals become malnourished as they lack vital nutrients essential for life. They have poor physical stamina and a weak immune system, leaving them vulnerable to infection. People become underweight either because they are not getting enough calories to fuel their body or their metabolic system is not absorbing enough nutrients from food. Low body weight can be addressed through a proper and balanced diet, calorie-conscious eating habits and proper exercise. A thorough evaluation is also necessary to eliminate any underlying medical condition.

Causes and Risk
Factors of Underweight


Physiological illness or chronic disease can affect your health and lead to being underweight

Too much physical activity can play a major role in losing one’s normal weight

Overactive metabolism is one of the factors for being underweight

Mental illness or excessive stress can aggravate the condition

Anorexia Nervosa (aversion to food) can lead to being underweight

Genetics is another risk factor for being affected with weight loss

People who have hormonal imbalances are likely to get affected with underweight

Hyperthyroidism, Tuberculosis, Gastrointestinal or Liver problems can trigger this condition

Side effects of strong medications like chemotherapy

Signs & Symptoms of Underweight

Fatigue & dizziness

Frequent illnesses

Hair thinning and/or loss

Irregular or skipped menstruation

Low self esteem

Complications of Underweight

  • Malnutrition, Anaemia
  • Osteoporosis (fragile bones) caused by Vitamin D & Calcium deficiencies
  • Increased risk during surgeries
  • Weak immunity
  • Infertility (especially in females)
  • Poor growth & development in children

Healthy Tips

  • Consume five smaller meals during a day instead of taking three bigger meals
  • Take healthy and nutritious foods like fruits and vegetables, whole grain foods, dairy products, nuts and protein
  • Add snacks and smoothies to your daily diet
  • Refrain from eating junk & processed foods and carbonated drinks
  • Indulge yourself in daily exercise to stay fit and active
  • Practise Yoga, Meditation and Pranayama to manage your stress and anxiety
  • Sleep at least 6 to 7 hours regularly to boost your immunity

Suffering from chronic state of Underweight can lead you to stress and agony. But becoming hopeless is not the solution. Natural Treatment for the condition of being Underweight has been proved to be highly efficacious. In this context, ‘Naturoveda Health World’ has rendered successful treatment by combining Fundamentals of Ayurveda, Potentised Unani and Therapeutic Yoga.

Foods to Eat

  • Chicken
  • Carrots
  • Rice
  • Paneer
  • Moong
  • Egg
  • Dates
  • Fish
  • Raisins
  • Banana
  • Cow’s milk
  • Dairy product
  • Ginger
  • Coriander
  • Turmeric
  • Mango
  • Custard apple
  • Water chestnut

Foods to Avoid

  • Chips
  • Cucumber
  • Carbonated Drinks
  • Deep fried food
  • Refined flour
  • Excess barley
  • Excess millets
  • Excess black pepper

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Natural, Safe & Scientific. No Side-effects.

Prime Focus on eradication of the root cause of disease.

Confidentiality is strictly maintained.

Experience of having treated more than7.5 Lakh Patients.

Backed by extensive R&D, Medicines approved by the Drug Control of India.

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Master in Public Health

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