Are you finding that you’re drinking too much lately? Are you experiencing hangovers more frequently?

If so, it’s time to set that wine glass aside and pay attention, as we have some natural solutions that can assist you in managing your alcohol consumption.

What is considered a natural remedy?

While medical treatments for alcoholism typically concentrate on alleviating withdrawal symptoms and cravings via medication, an increasing number of professionals are investigating the advantages of more natural, holistic approaches. 

Medications for detoxing are not given as frequently nowadays by GPs as they can be misused and even cause addiction.

Alternative methods seek to tackle the underlying causes of alcoholism and enhance the body’s natural healing processes instead of just alleviating the symptoms.

Desistal helps with:

Herbs and Natural Remedies

What’s in Desistal

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Bacopa Monnieri

Often utilised as a cognitive enhancer, Bacopa Monnieri assists in alleviating the adverse effects of alcohol cessation by promoting brain function, lowering stress levels, and improving mood and temperament.

Acetate (Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural source of acetate that supplies energy to the brain without alcohol. It can support proper digestion and contribute to overall mental well-being through serotonin, which helps stabilise our mood, sleep patterns, optimistic outlook, and sense of joy.

MCT Oil Powder

Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) are a special type of fat that is directly sent to the liver, where it is converted into ketones. These ketones are recognised for increasing the NAD+/NADH ratio in the brain. This helps counteract the detrimental effects of withdrawal by providing an alternative source of energy to the brain that it previously obtained from alcohol and aids in restoring equilibrium to your mind and body.

Other types of natural remedies for alcohol cravings

Kudzu root

Long touted as a way of reducing drinking, Kudzu has been studied in trials, which found it doesn’t help with alcohol cravings but does help reduce the overall volume of alcohol consumed. This is useful for people who binge drink and drink very large quantities. However, it is less helpful for those who struggle with cravings from anxiety, low mood and triggers.

Milk Thistle

Milk thistle is often cited as a natural remedy for people who drink too much. Its main focus is the liver, and there is evidence that it offers some protection from the damage caused by alcohol. However, this only works if you take milk thistle before drinking and cannot help with any restorative efforts.

If you are looking to help with something specific  Furthermore, herbs like valerian root and chamomile can assist in alleviating anxiety, insomnia, and other withdrawal symptoms experienced by many during the initial stages of recovery.

Vitamin B

It is shocking how seriously vitamin B deficiency can affect your health. Many symptoms of long-term withdrawal, such as insomnia and anxiety, are caused by a lack of this vitamin due to being consumed by your liver processing alcohol. Serious vitamin B deficiency can even lead to hallucinations and death. Our blue liver formula has the highest level of vitamin B you can get without a prescription in the UK to help your body return to its normal level of this essential vitamin.

Nutritional therapy

Nutritional therapy also plays a vital role in comprehensive alcoholism treatment.

Prolonged heavy drinking can deplete the body’s essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Supplementing specific nutrients like B-complex vitamins, magnesium, and L-glutamine can help restore equilibrium, facilitate detoxification, and support the regeneration of damaged liver cells.

Adopting a diet focused on whole, unprocessed foods rich in these important nutrients can be extremely advantageous.

What We Do Matters

In addition to herbal treatments and nutritional assistance, practices that connect the mind and body, such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing techniques, are being increasingly incorporated into recovery programs for alcoholism.

These methods assist in calming the nervous system, reducing stress and cravings, and fostering a more profound sense of mindfulness and emotional control – all essential for escaping the cycle of addiction. When these practices are paired with counselling and community involvement, this holistic strategy can be a powerful means to achieve lasting sobriety.

In essence, natural solutions for alcoholism offer a kinder, more enduring route to healing – one that nurtures the individual as a whole rather than simply concealing the symptoms. By tackling the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions of addiction, this comprehensive approach enables individuals to regain their health and reclaim their lives.

If the idea of yoga and deep breathing doesn’t appeal to you, don’t worry. Choosing something to occupy your mind and time and make you happy will do the same thing. As long as the activity, sport or hobby you chose is a healthy one, it should be easy to improve your mood and keep away from alcohol.

If you are at a loss for what to do, go for a walk. Sometimes, a little time away from our life, outside and in nature, can make a huge difference to our state of mind.

How Desistal helps

Desistal helps your body’s natural balance by enhancing the uptake of acetate in the brain and improving the NAD+/NADH Ratio in your cells.

This mitigates the adverse effects of withdrawal by serving as an alternative for the energy source your brain has been relying on and assists in re-establishing equilibrium in your mind and body.