Alcohol Withdrawal
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Alcohol withdrawal is a set of symptoms that occur with the elimination of
alcohol when a person is psychologically and/or physiologically addicted to
it.
A majority of people who have been drinking alcohol and decide to stop
(often for health-related reasons) are able to do so without much trouble.
Alcohol withdrawal typically becomes difficult only when problem drinkers -
alcoholics-attempt to quit. Almost inevitably, alcoholics need help in
achieving this goal. Sometimes, this help requires medical intervention in
detoxification centers.
Finding doctors who work with alcohol detoxification is often as easy as
calling the local chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and asking for
referral information. Most programs successful in getting alcoholics to
quit drinking are either part of the AA network or employ AA techniques.
Natural approaches to alcohol withdrawal should not be a substitute for
detox centers or for AA or AA related programs, but can help to alleviate
symptoms.
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Alcohol Withdrawal
Prescription for Natural Cures
by
James F. Balch
and
Mark Stengler
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Super Prescription #1
Milk Thistle / Silymarin
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Milk thistle is commonly recommended to counteract the
harmful effects of alcohol on the liver. Milk thistle
may protect the cells of the liver by blocking the
entrance of harmful toxins and helping remove those
toxins from the liver cells. Milk thistle has also been
reported to regenerate injured liver cells.
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Super Prescription #2
Multivitamin – High Potency
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Multivitamin Products.
Taking a multivitamin-mineral supplement every day has
been shown to lead to significant reduction in
withdrawal symptoms and decreased stress in alcoholics.
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Super Prescription #3
L-Glutamine - Pure
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Research has shown that glutamine supplementation
reduces alcohol intake. Take 1 gram of glutamine per
day in divided portions with meals to decrease anxiety
levels and the urge to drink.
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Super Prescription #4
Vitamin A – Beta Carotene
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LifeSource Product
Vitamin A deficient alcoholics require a doctor's
intervention, including supplementation with Vitamin A
and assessment of liver function.
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Super Prescription #5
Vitamin B Complex
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Vitamin B Products.
Deficiencies in B complex vitamins are common in
alcoholics. Taking a B complex supplement may reduce
alcohol cravings. Take 100 mg per day.
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Super Prescription # 6
Vitamin C
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Vitamin C (coupled with vitamin B6, niacin, and vitamin
E) helps to reduce anxiety and depression in
alcoholics. Take 1-3 grams per day.
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Super Prescription #7
Vitamin D3
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Vitamin D Products.
Deficiencies in alcoholics are caused by malabsorption
and the inability of the liver to activate it. Vitamin
is a vital nutrient for bones, teeth, and transfer of
calcium to the bloodstream. Take at least 200 IU per
day.
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Symptoms
- A mild to severe hangover feeling that lasts several days
- Stomach upset
- Headaches, shakes, and jitters
- Feelings of generalized anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Insomnia
- Increases in heart rate and body temperature
- In severe cases, possible hallucinations, delirium tremens (DTs), or
generalized seizures.
Treatment
Diet
Recommended Foods
Some of the nutritional deficiencies associated with alcoholism can be
caused by a poor diet, a factor that needs correction on an individual
basis. Improving the overall diet should be done in conjunction with a
doctor. Sometimes liver or pancreatic disease associated with alcoholism
contributes to nutritional deficiencies. Eat a healthy diet rich in
vegetables, fruit and including wheat germ.
Foods to Avoid
Research shows that diets loaded with junk food increase alcohol intake in
animals. In human trial, restricting sugar, increasing complex
carbohydrates, and eliminating caffeine led to a reduction in alcohol
craving. Reduce sugar, junk food, and caffeine intake.
Other Recommendations
Most experts agree that alcoholics must stop drinking completely to
overcome addiction. In order for nutritional supplements to be effective,
treatment of malabsorption requires a complete avoidance of alcohol.
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