Natural Remedies to Reduce Alcohol Cravings

Herbal Remedies to Curb Alcohol Cravings

Goldenseal
Goldenseal is also known as Indian Turmeric and Orange Root. This herb can be a very effective remedy for stopping the desire for alcohol. This is because it destroys bacteria in the intestine which cause the alcohol cravings. This herb has antiviral and antifungal properties as well. More importantly, it has a bitter taste which is very useful in desensitizing the mouth and reducing the urge to drink alcohol.
This herb can be taken in supplement, extract or capsule form. You can take this herbal remedy regularly to ward off alcohol cravings and ensure that you do not suffer any ill effects during the stage of alcohol withdrawal.

Milk Thistle
Milk Thistle (Silybum Marianum) is a herb which can easily cure liver ailments. It is also used in the treatment of cirrhosis of liver which is caused by excessive intake of alcohol. It is also a very helpful remedy to combat cravings for alcohol. Milk Thistle reduces the need for alcohol and also removes alcohol from the liver. It is useful for treating mild alcohol cravings.
You can take this herb in the form of a supplement or extract. This herbal remedy helps to improve te state of the liver and also cleanses the system by removing alcohol’s lingering effects. It also specifically acts on the pleasure centers of the brain to reduce the craving of alcohol, according to researchers.

Kudzu
Pueraria Lobata is the Latin name of this herb. It is well known as a herbal cure for alcohol cravings. This perennial herb is native to Asian countries like Japan but it is also found in North America. It has been used for treating hangovers in traditional Chinese medicine system. Daidzin is an antioxidant which is found in Kudzu root. Studies show that daidzin is very effective in preventing relapse in alcoholics and this antioxidant reduces the desire for alcohol.
This is because daidzin stops the production of an enzyme called mitochondrial aldehyde dehydrogenase . This enzyme is specifically associated with alcoholic cravings. Therefore Kudzu root is a very effective herbal remedy for alcohol cravings. Soak the root in hot water for about 20 minutes and then skim the liquid off the top. Drink this liquid in order to gain the beneficial impact of this herbal remedy. You can also take this herb in tincture form to ward off alcoholism.

Angelica
Angelica Atropurpurea or Angelica is an extremely effective herbal remedy for alcoholism and curbing cravings in recovering alcoholics or those who wish to quit liquor. During the phase of alcohol withdrawal, the person experiences a urge to drink again.
To curb this desire, you need to make yourself resist the influence of alcohol. Angelica root should be crushed and consumed in powder form to reduce the cravings. The bitter taste of this root powder removes the desire to drink alcohol.

Chamomile
Chamomile is a natural sedative and relaxant. Chamomile tea is extremely beneficial for those who want to fend off alcohol cravings. Chamomile tea contains natural healing properties which soothe the digestive system and relieve feelings of nausea that may result from alcohol withdrawal.
Chamomile tea is especially useful for reducing alcohol cravings because it eliminates the restlessness for liquor. It calms the mind and lessens the need for drinking alcohol as a way to relieve stress. This is because Chamomile is able to relax the mind and body both. You should use dried leaves of this herb to brew Chamomile tea. Consume this herbal tea regularly to obtain major benefits.

Kava
Kava is a relaxant herb which is used to make ceremonial drinks in the South Pacific Islands. This herbal remedy is very useful in limiting alcohol cravings and eliminating them altogether. The reason for this is that kava leaves and root contains antioxidants which refresh and soothe the mind.
You can consume a hot drink containing the crushed root to calm yourself and yet retain your mental clarity. People crave alcohol for stress reduction. This herbal remedy can be used instead as it reduces stress levels and eases tensions. Kava leaves can also be added to salads and dishes and thus consumed for best results.

Dandelion
Dandelion is a herb which is very good for detoxifying the body and lessening the severity of alcohol withdrawal. The roots of this herb have been found to reduce the desire to consume alcohol. An added advantage is that the chemical constituents present in the root stimulate bile production.
Alcohol intake lowers the level of bile in the body. Dandelion root can be crushed and added to your tea to make an effective herbal remedy for battling alcohol cravings. You should take about 5 grams of the root once in a day for best results, according to experts.

Benefits of Drinking Lemon/Lime swank
I love lemons. In fact, you can catch me squeezing, poking, and prodding these succulent sweeties almost any day of the week. I put them on almost everything. I love the versatility of flavor, and, of course, the benefits. One of my favorite and most accessible ways to suck down this vitamin C powerhouse is through lemon water. Squeeze a whole lemon into a cup of water (hot or cold) and guzzle it down, or slowly sip on it throughout the day. There are many amazing benefits to this short and easy ritual, but below some of them
It’s a great source of vitamin C.
No, not the pop singer. Lemons are high in vitamin C, which is great for giving our body the immune boost it needs to stay in check. When vitamin C levels are low, little to no repair happens in the body. These citrus delights are also high in potassium, which stimulates brain and nerve function. Potassium helps reduce free radicals, increases red blood cell production and controls blood pressure. What does all this mean in real-talk? More energy, clearer skin, anti-aging properties, less sickness, less stress, and more focus! Um, yes please.

It balances pH levels.
Our pH level speaks to the balance between the alkaline and acidic properties in the body. When our body enters a more acidic state, it breeds sickness and disease. This is news to many people, because so often disease feels like an isolated event that can’t be controlled. While there are many factors to disease, controlling what you can is a great way to give your body the attention it deserves. Add more alkaline foods, and your whole body starts to wake up, repair, fight, and become a power-house of healing and rejuvenating. Lemon is one of the most alkaline foods around!
It aids weight loss.
Did you know that if your body is out of balance it is incredibly difficult to lose weight? Having a happy, healthy body and mind is one of the fastest ways to weight loss. A more alkaline diet makes for a happier person, and according to Eating Well Magazine, people with more alkaline diets tend to lose weight faster. Also, lemons contain pectin fiber, which helps set your body back to normal hunger levels. On board yet? If not, don’t worry there are two more genius benefits coming your way.

It improves digestion.
The way your gut processes food has everything to do with — yep, you guessed it — your happiness! A clogged or misfiring digestive tract usually indicates a bigger problem in the body. Lemon juice helps flush out unwanted materials, and encourages the production of bile in your body. This synergistic effect helps to soothe and normalize the the body’s digestive process.
It helps you kick the coffee habit.
I swoon over coffee. The aroma, the color, the flavor. It just gets me. In more ways than I could possibly list here. But it also gets my nervous system, digestion, and energy, and not in an endearing way. I finally kicked the habit 100% about four months ago (no more casual dating for me). Adding lemon into my diet was essential. Don’t get me wrong, kicking coffee is NOT easy, especially if you’re a regular. Having something to replace it with is essential to making the transition less shocking on the body.
No food practice or quick fix is a miracle. It’s all part of a balanced diet and having perspective. Making small choices that will stick around long term is key to tapping into your body’s sweet and awesome natural state. Try it on! (Information gathered an extracted from healthdigezt.com)

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