Don’t let alcohol catch up on you

Don’t let alcohol catch up on you

Too much of alcohol is dangerous. It not only affects the liver but also increases the risk of certain cancers, impacts the brain and other vital organs. Moderate consumption of alcohol may probably not be harmful, but it reduces the appetite and the capacity of the body to absorb vitamins and minerals leading to deficiencies.

Symptoms of alcoholism includes,

· Hiding alcohol

· Preferring isolation

· Impaired memory, forgetfulness

· Easily loses temper

· Lack of appetite

· Strong urges to drink

· No clarity of thoughts

· Contemplating suicide, depression

· Experiencing blackouts

· Losing interest in activities

· Avoiding social interactions

· Abnormal or aggressive behaviour

· Cooperation issues at work or otherwise

· Neglecting self, personal hygiene & appearance

· Committing dangerous acts and realising it later

· Your usual quota of drinks does not give you’re the same high

· Withdrawal symptoms like nervousness, nausea, shaking when alcohol is not available or as the effect wears off

Home remedies to detoxify

While severe alcohol addiction needs specialized treatments, one can also follow simple home-based remedies as well. Detoxification is essential for de-addiction to be successful. There are many popular home remedies for addiction, which include the following:

Grapes: Grapes have an alcohol-making agent in them and are hence, an excellent alternative for alcoholic binges. They are rich in potassium, which maintains an alkaline blood balance, removes toxins from liver and stimulates the kidneys.

Buttermilk & bitter gourd: Also known as bitter melon, bitter gourd is a natural antidote which removes toxins from the body. A preparation bitter gourd juice with buttermilk taken empty stomach is effective to curb addiction. Also, the juice repairs damaged liver cells.

Apples: Apples reduce the urge to consume alcohol and removes toxins cause by it.

Celery: Celery is another natural antidote and its juice makes alcoholics sober. Consume it for eight weeks after mixing it with water.

Dates: These detoxify the body reduce cravings and replaces lost nutrients. Rubbed dates in water are effective in curing addiction if consumed daily for about two months.

Raw almonds: These are useful in reducing an addiction to alcohol.

Evening primrose: Evening primrose prevents addiction and its oil reduces the cravings.

Ginseng: Ginseng flushes out the toxins from the body and reduces the rate of alcohol absorption in your stomach.

Dandelion: It rejuvenates the liver tissues and facilities normal production and flow of bile. It is the best way to deal with withdrawal symptoms.

Also beat alcoholism

· Exercise or aerobics: Regular workout helps reduce long-term effects of alcoholism. It reduces stress, improves mood and induces better sleep.  Ensure regular walking, running, biking, swimming or aerobics in your daily routine.

· Acupuncture: It reduces anxiety and depression and has been found useful in resisting cravings and relapse.

· Yoga & meditation: While yoga reestablishes connection between body and mind, meditation helps deal with emotional stress and relaxes the mind and soul. Some of the helpful yoga asanas include Savasana, Jathara Parivartanasana, Baddha Konasana, Paschimottanasana Balasana and Vajrasana

· Coconut Oil: Coconut oil treats alcohol addiction. Coconut oil is an antioxidant and rich in saturated fats. It nourishes and heal the brain. It kills yeast in the body and helps reduce sugar and alcohol cravings.

Support groups are vital

More than anything else, it is the positive environment and support system of the person that can help him get over the addiction. Support groups the individual fight relapses for a very long time and are direct resources for recovery.

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