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You can add calories to your diet without spending a lot of money. For instance, you can add extra calories to meals with foods you have around the house, like butter, cream, peanut butter and cheese.

Ideas for Adding Calories and/or Protein to Meals and Snacks
Any food	Add "nut dust" - grind up nuts and add to food.
Bread	Add butter.
Casseroles	Add powdered milk and eggs.
Chips	Add high-calorie dips.
Fruits	Add high-caolrie dips or whipped cream.
Hamburger patties	Add eggs before cooking meat.
Mashed potatoes	Add powdered milk and butter.
Meats	Make "super-milk" by adding equal parts milk and half and half.
Pancakes/Waffles	Add peanut butter and syrup.
Pasta	Add butter or mararine befor you add the sauce.
Pizza	Add extra cheese and meats, and dip in dressings.
Pretzels	Add high-calorie dips.
Sandwiches	Add butter or mayonnaise.
Shakes	Add powdered milk.
Vegetables	Add butter.

Snack Time
People with CF should have 2 to 3 snacks per day. Set small goals of adding extra snacks throughout the week. Add an extra snack or increase a snack you already have to 300-500 calories. Once the snack becomes a habit, you can add another or try to increase a meal by 300 calories. Here are some snack ideas:
      • Pudding
      • Ice cream
      • Leftover pizza
      • Trail mix or granola
      • Cheese or peanut butter and crackers
      • Almonds, pistachios, peanuts or other nuts
      • Muffins or bagels with cream cheese or jelly
      • Homemade milkshakes with ice cream and whole milk

Commercial Products
Many commercial products, like high-calorie drinks, can increase caloric intake. By choosing one you enjoy, you will be more likely to maintain a routine. Talk to your CF team to find what works best for you.