Homeopathic Alcohol Detox

Detoxifying the body can restore health and stop diseases from developing. Detoxifying means ridding the body of toxins and bacteria that can be harmful if they are not eliminated. Toxins can cause stress to the organs, degeneration of body tissues, and inflammation or irritation. You can detox from alcohol naturally, but it is recommended that you detox in a medical facility where you can receive the support and treatment you need.

Detox with Diet and Vitamins

• Those who overindulge in alcohol are typically deficient in many vitamins and minerals. A diet of natural foods and high-quality proteins is recommended. Stay away from beverages with caffeine and foods with saturated fats and refined sugars. Eat foods rich in vitamins B12 and E. Vitamin-B complex, CoQ10, SAMe, zinc, selenium, and choline are also important nutrients for detox. Water is essential for detoxing the body. It not only helps flush toxins from the liver, but also prevents dehydration. Eight to 10 glasses of water are recommended to aide in the detoxification process. When detoxing, you should drink half your weight in ounces of water. If you are 120 lbs., you should consume at least 60 oz. of water per day.

Detox with Herbal Remedies

• You can use several herbal remedies to help relieve some of the symptoms from alcohol withdrawal. Chamomile tea can help to calm tremors and lower a rapid heart rate. Milk thistle and dandelion are supplements that cleanse and rebuild the liver. Burdock root, turmeric, and flax seed boost liver function.

Other Remedies

• Drink a lemon juice and water mixture twice a day to aide in detox. Beets or beet juice are great for removing toxins from the liver. You can use a cold compress for headaches that result from alcohol withdrawal. Exercise, fresh air and lots of rest are also beneficial. These things will help to strengthen the immune and digestive systems.
  Use of a sauna is another helpful way to eliminate toxins from the body. The sauna causes you to sweat out toxins from your body, proving to be very effective at quickly detoxing your body. Be sure to drink additional water if using a sauna for extended periods of time to prevent dehydration. A sports drink that contains electrolytes will also help. It is important to maintain the balance between water and electrolytes in your body.

Things to Avoid While Detoxing

• Avoid smoking while undergoing detox. Do not consume foods like meat or dairy products, and stay away from anything that is processed or pasteurized. Avoid beverages with caffeine such as soda, coffee and tea.

Detox Irritation

• You may experience irritation during the detox process. This irritation is most often caused by alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal are sweating, rapid heart beat, insomnia, nausea and vomiting, agitation or anxiety, and hallucinations or seizures. Chamomile tea can help to calm the body and the nerves. Also try taking a warm bath, drinking lots of water and seeking some sort of social support to help deal with any symptoms.