Alcoholism Nutrition facts
In alcoholism, many
alcoholics suffer from
hypoglycaemia
(low blood sugar) which must be addressed so that cravings can be
reduced. Many alcoholics tend not
to eat; they substitute alcohol, a calorie-rich, nutrient-poor substance, for
food. This leads to under-nutrition
and a deficiency in many nutrients. Therefore,
anyone suffering from alcoholism needs to consider nutrition and to supplement all nutrients,
although certain nutrients will make it easier to withdraw from alcohol.
Alcoholism Counselling
Join AA or a
similar group to obtain the support you need.
Alcoholism
Diet advice and nutrition facts
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Ensure
you eat three healthy meals a day, with two or three sugar-free snacks in
between. This will help you keep your blood sugar balanced, and
reduce cravings.
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Avoid
sugar in all forms, fruit juice, dried fruits and grapes.
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Also
avoid white bread, pastries, white rice and mash potatoes.
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Eat
instead plenty of high-fibre wholefoods, such as vegetables and brown
rice, fruit, nuts. These provide more nutrients than refined food
and help keep the blood sugar stable so cravings are reduced.
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Eat
fish, beans, lentils, organic meat and tofu.
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For
snacks between meals eat a few nuts, a handful of seeds, plus a piece of fruit.
Investigate food
allergies/intolerances; if you are ‘allergic’ to one
of the ingredients commonly found
in your favourite alcoholic drink, say wheat or barley or malt or yeast, then
eating these foods can perpetuate your cravings for the alcohol.
Health Supplements
Often, a combination of supplements
may help in alleviating this condition. You may wish to consult
a nutritional therapist for personal advice. Supplements that
may be helpful in alleviating symptoms are shown below:
(This
is a long list, but they're ALL important)
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see
Allergies
and
Hypoglycaemia
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