Nutrition

~ " Wisdom is to the mind what health is to the body " ~

Recovery from addictions causes stress on the body.  Good nutrition is a key
Element in restoring ones health after quitting their addictions.
Nutrition impacts cravings for drugs and alcohol.  Research shows that a
Diet with the right types of high protein and high carbohydrate-rich foods
Can make a huge difference.  We should reduce our sugar and caffeine
Intake early on in our recovery as they can both contribute to mood
Swings.  Because many of us have neglected our diets while active in our
Addictions we may need special foods high in nutrients to help rebuild
Damaged tissues and organs.   Taking Multi-Vitamins can also be helpful as
Drugs and alcohol deplete the body of vitamins and minerals.  Vitamins are most
Effective when taken with meals.   It is also important to get plenty of rest
And adequate exercise!

Below are some examples of nutritional advice that one might be provided
With when visiting their doctor or nutritionalist, AS RECOMMENDED.

Opioids: Example, heroine, morphine, etc.~ a high-fiber diet with plenty of complex
Carbohydrates (such whole grains, vegetables, peas and beans) is usually recommended.

Alcohol: Example, beer, vodka, etc.~ If hypertension is present, a low-sodium diet
Is recommended.  Green leafy vegetables are encouraged, as they are high in vitamin K,
A vitamin that is low in patients with cirrhosis.  Post-menopausal women who are
Alcoholic are at higher risk of osteoporosis and require calcium supplementation.

Cocaine: Example, crack, rock, etc.~ If there is alcohol abuse, please refer
To suggestions on nutritional guidelines for alcohol recovery.  Caffeine in itself
Interferes with calcium absorption; therefore, cocaine users
Are encouraged to supplement their diet with calcium and vitamin D.
Hypertension is a serious risk during recovery.

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