how to gain weight

Hi, Ive been a drug abuser for many years,, 5days clear of a high dose of meth. plus smack for years. I need to gain weight.. Ive tried everything but to know avail. I have a stressful business which doesn't help either..

any suggestions guys..
p.s my Dad and Sister(never touched any drug/alcohol ever) are lean also??... It effects my self confidence, and yes I used on it in the past..

thanks for listening.

[Myshadowhelp]

I am in the process of gaining weight due to an illness. I have been drinking generic ensure about 5 per day. Each are 350 calories and are lactose free. I also drink milkshakes about 4 per week or just plain ice cream. I try to never miss a meal and I am eating more fruits than ever plus a daily multi-vitamin. I have been able to gain 20 lbs in less than three months. The weight goes on fast at first and then it slowed for me. Pasta has also helped me. I hope my advice helps some.

[jamajessie]

You should probably see a Dr and get a check up. Drugs take a lot of nutrients from our bodies. Stress takes a lot from us too and wears us down . It causes other medical problems also.You may just need some vitamins. A Dr is the only one that can safely guide you for weight gain and make sure there is no underlying problems.

Good Luck

[mellie4]

I agree with the above post.  But some people are thinner than others and just like it can be hard for people to get weight off, it can be just as hard for some people to  put it on.

First thing, though, is to get a checkup and make sure you're healthy.  And when wanting to put weight on, make sure you do it in a healthy way.  High calorie junk food is not the way to go.  A good nutritionist would be able to help you a lot in giving you lists of foods that are healthy but high calorie (like bananas, for instance.)

[falconflyer]

health is good considering but I cant gain weight and as a bloke it effects my confidence big time...thanks for answering guys

[Myshadowhelp]

I am in the process of gaining weight due to an illness. I have been drinking generic ensure about 5 per day. Each are 350 calories and are lactose free. I also drink milkshakes about 4 per week or just plain ice cream. I try to never miss a meal and I am eating more fruits than ever plus a daily multi-vitamin. I have been able to gain 20 lbs in less than three months. The weight goes on fast at first and then it slowed for me. Pasta has also helped me. I hope my advice helps some.