Calorie surplus journey [pt 2]

Maintaining a calorie surplus is crucial for gaining weight, and incorporating calorie-dense ingredients like olive oil can make a big difference without drastically increasing your meal volume. From my personal experience, adding a tablespoon of olive oil—which contains about 120 calories—to each meal is an easy and flavorful way to up your caloric intake. Starting the day with avocado toast topped with butter, cream cheese, feta, eggs, and seasoned with olive oil offers a rich blend of healthy fats and proteins, setting a nutritious tone. Mangoes are a natural source of natural sugars and calories, making them an excellent fruit choice during a calorie surplus journey. For lunch, a turkey sandwich loaded with cheese, butter, mayo, olive oil, mustard, lettuce, carrots, nuts, jalapenos, and pickles provides not only calories but also a balance of healthy fats, proteins, and fibrous vegetables. What I found interesting was experimenting with unconventional snacks like pickles paired with olive oil, cream cheese, and hot Cheetos—a fun mix that I rated a 6 out of 10. It underlines the importance of variety to keep meal plans exciting while staying on track. Dinner with chicken tacos filled with guacamole, beans, rice, cheese, jalapenos, and olive oil offers a satisfying and nutrient-dense meal perfect for hitting calorie goals. In my journey, combining whole foods with calorie-dense additions like olive oil ensures I reach my targets without feeling overly full or bloated. If you’re looking to gain weight healthily, consider incorporating similar foods and experimenting with fats that add calories without compromising taste or nutrition. Always track your intake to sustain a steady surplus and adjust based on how your body responds over time.