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What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal & B12 Benefits?

Alcohol withdrawal symptoms present as behaviors and physical health characteristic that occur within the subsequent eight hours of ingesting alcohol. These symptoms occur in people with a history of heavy alcohol consumption, defined as more than 15 drinks per week or even repeated heavy use of alcohol that impairs daily functioning. This type of detoxing can vary in severity form mild to severe, the later of which should be undergone with medical supervision. For most people with mild withdrawal symptoms, B12 has shown promise in alleviating some of the discomfort caused by eliminating alcohol from daily intake. Moderate to severe symptoms should be evaluated and treated by a medical professional.

  1. Minor Symptoms

    • Minor symptoms of alcohol withdrawal usually present within ten hours after the last drink, but they can appear over a week after abstaining from drinking as well. Anxious feelings are the most prevalent, with shaking, excitability, irritability and rapidly changing mood swings. Depressed feelings such as fatigue, foggy or unclear thought process and difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep are also possible. Some people going through alcohol withdrawal report bad dreams and restless sleep patterns even when they are able to fall asleep.

    Benefits of B12

    • Chronic alcohol consumption can cause various gastrointestinal distress, which can lead to malabsorption of vital nutrients. B12 supplements can help kick-start the system by increasing energy and may help with mental clarity and the shakiness some people going through withdrawal experience. B12 is believed to help maintain the central nervous system. B12 as also been prescribed for those experiencing mild to moderate depression as well as those with fatigue, two symptoms alcohol withdrawal can present.

    B12 Treatment Options

    • The easiest way to introduce B12 is through a healthy diet. B12 is a water-soluble nutrient that can be found in most animal-based foods, including dairy and eggs. B12 is also available as as injection given at the discretion of health care providers. Some patients may choose to give themselves B12 shots at home with a prescription.

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