4 meals, with snacks that make up for about the size of a dinner plate

The best protein to consume during low cholesterol meals is lean chicken or turkey.They are the best to eat because they are low in fat and high in protein.

Either method will result in weight gain if the total calories you consume are the same.

As much as one wants.

Me? I eat about 6 meals a day.

If you want to increase your weight then you must consume enough grams of protein equivalent to your weight in pounds daily. The source of protein must come from a variety of meals, healthy meals are recommended. If you want to stay fit then consume atleast 110 grams of protein daily. Working out on a daily basis is recommended also.