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Addiction puts a strain on the body. It strains and depletes the body. Post-addicted healing does not simply overcome addiction. It has several layers. A beautiful meal is one of the layers.
A clean eating habit is generally good for everyone. But they become even more important in the aftermath of addiction. The body is “working overtime” to eliminate all the toxic substances that it cannot enter the body, which can cause a blow to the body. Therefore, detox, recovery and drinking require a regaining nutritional balance.
The effects of addiction on the body
Intoxication can occur with one or more substances. There are many causes of addiction, and although different substances have different effects, they tend to have some common negative effects on the body.
Appetite: Most substances lead to anorexia, and the person usually prioritizes consuming these substances over eating food. Poor food choice: When a person uses substances, substances take priority over everything else. Therefore, the person prioritizes substance use over everything else. This means poor food choices like sweets and fast food items. Hypoglycemia: This refers to low levels of blood sugar and is the result of a lower diet. Organ Damage: The use of substances can lead to organ damage, especially organs that cause malnutrition and processing. For example, the liver and pancreas. It can also damage important organs. This can lead to several health conditions. Gastrointestinal conditions: The use of substances leads to chronic problems in the gastrointestinal tract. You are responsible for your food and nutrients.
A healthy diet to heal your body after addiction
Choose nutritious complex carbohydrates
Carbohydrates or carbohydrates refer to fiber, grains, starch, and sugar. The best types of carbohydrates are known as complex carbohydrates. Once digestion begins, these will slowly break down. They are intended to give the body a boost of energy. A nutritious carbohydrate diet can be as follows:
Fruits and vegetables Grains Whole grain rice.
Prioritize healthy fat intake
Fat energy is high. They contribute to cell function and also to the absorption of other nutrients. Not all fats are healthy, but mostly monounsaturated and omega-3 fats are good for your body. A diet containing healthy fats includes:
Avocado Chia Seed Flax Seed Egg Fat Fish Nuts Peanuts Olive Oil-like Oil.
Add high quality protein to your diet
Proteins are components of the body. Many tissues in the body can be damaged by addiction, and a high-quality protein diet is important to correct this damage. The following are protein-rich foods:
Burn your body with essential vitamins and minerals
The levels of vitamins and minerals in the body can be lowered during addiction, causing stomach and liver damage. Therefore, you may need to take supplements during your recovery. Additionally, fruits, vegetables, grains, whole grains and lean meat can provide the body with essential vitamins and minerals.
Avoid processed foods, sugar and caffeine
To heal the body, you also need to avoid the wrong kind of food. Avoid processed foods, sugar and caffeine. This can lead to:
Anxiety fatigue hormone craves weight gain.
Hydration: Drink more water
Last but not least, drink plenty of water. Water moisturizes the body and at the same time washes away toxins, keeping the body clean and healthy. I always carry a water bottle. Not only does it store water, it also serves as a reminder for drinking water regularly.
Additional tips on how to stay calm
Exercise and meditation
In addition to a clean diet, to heal the body after addiction, healthy living practices must be integrated into your life. This includes exercise and meditation, among other things. Physical exercise and physical movements increase energy and are positive for mental health. You don’t need to go to the gym anytime soon. In fact, starting small is a good thing. You can slowly increase the amount to 15 minutes a day to an hour per day.
Meditation, on the other hand, helps the mind to relax and focus. Every day you can spend 10-15 minutes meditating and build from there.
Build a support network
Building a robust support network is also central to recovery and permanent drinking. Sometimes you need to start from scratch and build a subtle connection. This can be done by living in a plain living home where structure, support and clean environment is provided to assist in recovery. At the same time, registering with informal peer groups such as Alcoholism Anonymous (AA) and Drug Anonymous (NA) will find a sense of belonging and community.
busy
All it says is: Stay busy. Addiction can put substance use above everything else in life, and fatigue becomes the norm. Therefore, keep your body and mind busy. This can be done by working, finding passions and interests, interacting with them, meeting family and friends, attending AA and NA meetings.
Final Reflection
Addiction can be a major blow to your body. It depletes the body of nutrients and energy. Therefore, finding nutritional balance is important in the aftermath of addiction. This includes eating a healthy diet consisting of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals. It also includes maintaining your body hydration and avoiding unhealthy foods.
In addition to a clean diet, exercise, healthy lifestyle habits, and calm connection, it also contributes to recovery and drinking.
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