{"id":3687,"date":"2022-10-12T12:35:30","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T07:05:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.myhealthvectors.com\/?p=3687"},"modified":"2025-03-10T14:00:14","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T08:30:14","slug":"healthy-high-calorie-fruits-to-help-you-gain-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/healthy-high-calorie-fruits-to-help-you-gain-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy, High-Calorie Fruits to Help You Gain Weight"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For some people, gaining weight or building muscle can be challenging. <br \/>Though fruits aren\u2019t usually the first group\u00a0of foods that comes to mind when trying\u00a0to bulk up, several types of fruits can\u00a0provide the extra calories your body needs\u00a0to gain weight.\u00a0 <br \/>What\u2019s more, they pack important vitamins\u00a0and minerals to support your health.\u00a0 <br \/>Here are 11 healthy and higher-calorie fruits that can help you gain weight.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4605\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/brett-jordan-banana.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of three bananas, an excellent choice for those looking to gain weight.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/brett-jordan-banana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/brett-jordan-banana-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/brett-jordan-banana-768x529.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Banana <\/strong><br \/>Bananas\u00a0are an excellent choice if you\u2019re looking to gain weight.\u00a0They\u2019re\u00a0not only nutritious but also a great source of carbs and calories. <br \/>One medium-sized (118-gram) banana contains the following nutrients: <br \/><strong>*Calories: <\/strong>105 <br \/><strong>*Protein:<\/strong>\u00a01 gram <br \/><strong>*Fat: <\/strong>0.4 grams <br \/><strong>*Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a027 grams <br \/><strong>*Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a03 grams <br \/>Bananas are a convenient on-the-go snack and can be added to oatmeal\u00a0or smoothies made with other high-calorie ingredients, such as nut\u00a0butter or full-fat yogurt to help you gain weight.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Coconut meat <\/strong><br \/>Coconut\u00a0is a versatile fruit that has gained popularity for its many\u00a0health benefits. It\u2019s also a great source of calories, as it\u2019s high in fat\u00a0and moderate in carbs. <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of coconut meat provides the following\u00a0nutrients: <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>99 <br \/><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a01 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a09.4 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a04.3 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:\u00a0<\/strong>2.5 grams <br \/>Coconut flesh is also high in many important minerals, including\u00a0phosphorus and copper.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4613\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-riki-mangoes.jpg\" alt=\"Cubed bright yellow mango slices on a white plate, showcasing a delicious, nutrient-rich fruit.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-riki-mangoes.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-riki-mangoes-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-riki-mangoes-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mango <\/strong><br \/>Mango is a delicious, sweet fruit that boasts an impressive nutrient\u00a0profile.\u00a0Like bananas,\u00a0mangoes\u00a0are a good source of calories \u2014\u00a0mostly from carbs.\u00a0 <br \/>One cup (165 grams) of mango provides the following nutrients: <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>99 <br \/><strong>Protein:\u00a0<\/strong>1.4 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00.6 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a025 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a03 grams <br \/>In addition, mango is a good source of copper, several B vitamins,\u00a0and vitamins A and E.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4616\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vd-photography-dates.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl of dates and scattered dates, a delicious and healthy option for weight gain.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vd-photography-dates.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vd-photography-dates-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vd-photography-dates-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates <\/strong> <br \/>Dates\u00a0are the small, cylindrical fruits of the date palm, which grows\u00a0in tropical areas.\u00a0 <br \/>One date (24 grams) provides the following nutrients: <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>66.5 <br \/><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a00.4 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00.1 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a018 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a01.6 grams <br \/>These fruits are also a good source of copper, manganese, iron, and\u00a0vitamin B6.\u00a0Try stuffing dates with almond butter and coconut flakes\u00a0for a healthy, high-calorie snack.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-avocado.jpg\" alt=\"Avocado halves, packed with healthy fats, an excellent option for weight gain.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-avocado.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-avocado-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/pexels-avocado-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Avocado <\/strong><br \/>Avocados\u00a0boast an impressive nutrient profile. Plus, they\u2019re high in\u00a0calories and healthy fats, making them an excellent choice for people\u00a0looking to gain weight. <br \/>Half a medium-sized avocado (100-gram) contains the following\u00a0nutrients: <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>161 <br \/><strong>Protein:\u00a0<\/strong>2 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a015 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a08.6 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a07 grams <br \/>Avocados are also rich in many other micronutrients, including potassium and vitamins K, C, B5 (pantothenic acid), and B6 (pyridoxine).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fresh-prune-dried-prune.jpg\" alt=\"Dried plums on a plate with fresh plums, known for their ability to alleviate constipation.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fresh-prune-dried-prune.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fresh-prune-dried-prune-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/fresh-prune-dried-prune-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prunes <\/strong> <br \/>Prunes are dried plums\u00a0that pack a nutritional punch.\u00a0 <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of prunes provides the following\u00a0nutrients: <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>67 <br \/><strong>Protein:\u00a0<\/strong>0.6 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00.1 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:\u00a0<\/strong>18 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:\u00a0<\/strong>2 grams <br \/>Prunes are also known for their ability to alleviate\u00a0constipation. Their\u00a0fiber content can help add bulk to your stool and speed its transit\u00a0through your gut.\u00a0They taste great on their own, but you can also\u00a0enjoy them in your favorite salads, smoothies, and baked goods.\u200b<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4606\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried_apricot.jpg\" alt=\"Dried apricot, an excellent source of calories that also supports eye health.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried_apricot.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried_apricot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried_apricot-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dried Apricots <\/strong><br \/>Apricots\u00a0are a popular yellow stone fruit that can be enjoyed both\u00a0fresh and dried.\u00a0 <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of dried apricots provides the following\u00a0nutrients:\u00a0 <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>67 <br \/><strong>Protein:\u00a0<\/strong>0.8 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:\u00a0<\/strong>0.1 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:\u00a0<\/strong>18 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a02 grams <br \/>In addition to being an excellent source of calories, dried apricots\u00a0are a good source of beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin \u2014 three\u00a0plant pigments that\u00a0support eye health.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-figs.jpg\" alt=\"Top view of dried figs on a black plate, a healthy, high-calorie fruit for weight gain.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-figs.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-figs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-figs-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dried Figs <\/strong><br \/>Enjoyed both fresh and dried, figs are a popular fruit with a sweet-yet-mild flavor.\u00a0 <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of dried figs provides the following\u00a0nutrients:\u00a0 <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>70 <br \/><strong>Protein:\u00a0<\/strong>1 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00.3 gram <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a018 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a03 grams <br \/>Dried figs are tasty on their own or can be enjoyed chopped to\u00a0garnish oats,\u00a0yogurt, or salads. They also pair well with cheese and\u00a0crackers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-raisins.jpg\" alt=\"Dark brown raisins scattered on a white surface, a simple way to boost your calorie intake.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-raisins.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-raisins-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-raisins-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Raisins <\/strong><br \/>Raisins are dried\u00a0grapes\u00a0that come in various sizes and colors.\u00a0\u200b <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of raisins provides the following\u00a0nutrients:\u00a0 <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>85 <br \/><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a01 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00.1 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:\u00a0<\/strong>22 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a01 grams <br \/>Raisins are also a good source of copper, manganese, magnesium,\u00a0and many B vitamins.\u00a0Adding raisins to your diet is an easy way to\u00a0increase your calorie intake. They taste great straight out of the box\u00a0and pair well with nuts, yogurts, cheeses, salads, and\u00a0oatmeal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4609\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-grapes-Sultanas.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl of golden raisins with scattered raisins, a convenient way to increase your calorie intake.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-grapes-Sultanas.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-grapes-Sultanas-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-grapes-Sultanas-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sultanas <\/strong><br \/>Sultanas\u00a0are another type of dried grape. <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of sultanas provides the following\u00a0nutrients:\u00a0 <br \/><strong>Calories:<\/strong>\u00a091 <br \/><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a00.7 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a022 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a00.7 grams <br \/>Sultanas can be eaten similarly to raisins, making them a convenient\u00a0way to increase your calorie intake. Eat them alone or combine them\u00a0with nuts, yogurts, cheeses, or\u00a0salads.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-blueberries.jpg\" alt=\"White bowl filled with dark blackberries, a healthy, high-calorie fruit to support weight gain.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-blueberries.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-blueberries-300x267.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/dried-blueberries-768x683.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Currants <\/strong><br \/>Currants are small, sweet, dried grapes of a variety called the \u201cBlack\u00a0Corinth.\u201d\u00a0Despite their small size, they pack a powerful, sweet-tangy\u00a0flavor, making them rather versatile. <br \/>A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of currants provides the following\u00a0nutrients:\u00a0 <br \/><strong>Calories:\u00a0<\/strong>79 <br \/><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a01.14 grams <br \/><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a00.1 grams <br \/><strong>Carbs:<\/strong>\u00a021 grams <br \/><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a02 grams <br \/>Currants are also a good source of zinc, potassium, magnesium, and\u00a0other micronutrients.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For some people, gaining weight or building muscle can be challenging. Though fruits aren\u2019t usually the first group\u00a0of foods that comes to mind when trying\u00a0to bulk up, several types of fruits can\u00a0provide the extra calories your body needs\u00a0to gain weight.\u00a0 What\u2019s more, they pack important vitamins\u00a0and minerals to support your health.\u00a0 Here are 11 healthy [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":4615,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3687","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3687","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3687"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3687\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6415,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3687\/revisions\/6415"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4615"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3687"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3687"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3687"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}