My Year 8 son is tall (5' 8") and v slim for his age. He hasn't gone through 'full-on' puberty, so is a little bit behind on that front at school. He has had a hard time about being skinny from other boys, which he has learned to just ignore and deal with when it happens - little grot bags that boys can be!
Both his Dad and I are naturally tall and slim, so he is just one of us, but I just wondered if anyone out there has any professional or practical advice on how I could slightly amend/add to his diet to encourage extra muscle and weight? Or should I just let nature take its course...?
He eats quite a lot (I think - about as much as his 6' 3", not so skinny now, Dad) and eats a pretty varied and healthy diet.
I am relaxed about it, but thought I'd put it out there. Sleeping dogs lie? Or a few specific additions?
All advice greatly appreciated...
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HendricksandTonic · 19/04/2013 10:31
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