Alcohol belongs to a family of poisons. Ethyl alcohol, the main intoxicating ingredient in wine, beer and distilled liquor is a toxic drug which depresses the brain and nervous system. Alcohol is not changed or digested in any way. It is quickly absorbed in the body blood stream and then travels to every part of the body, adversely affecting vital organs like the brain and liver.
Drinking Alcohol Effects: -
- Puffy face with blood shot eyes
- Hoarse voice
- Rapid pulse
- Impaired judgment
- Disturbed sleep
Dietary Treatment:-
The most effective way to treat alcoholism is to build the body’s nutritional integrity so as to prevent the carving for stimulants like drinks. Take only juice at least 10 days in the beginning: During the juice usually no craving for alcohol. After that diet should consist of whole grain cereals, nuts seeds and sprouts, fresh fruit and veg.
Diet Plan:-
Early Morning: A glass of Luke warm water with half a freshly squeezed lime and teaspoon of honey.
Breakfast: Fresh fruits and a cup of milk.
Mid – Morning: A glass of fresh fruit Juice.
Lunch: Steamed vegetables, whole chapattis and buttermilk.
Mid Afternoon: A glass of carrot or sugarcane juice.
Dinner: A good sized raw vegetables salad and sprouts.
Note: Take frequently small meals rather than two or three large ones. In case of craving for alcohol, take one glass of fresh fruit juice.
Avoid: Sugar, white rice, macaroni and white flour products, meals, strong condiments and smoking.
Other pleasures: Proper rest, exercise and yoga.
By following these easy to adapt tips live an alcohol free life… make your drinking diary and write down daily goals, problems you have to overcome and good thoughts to cut down on your drinking habits.
