Posts Tagged ‘addiction recovery’

5 Nutrients To Help Overcome Addiction

Thursday, March 10th, 2022
Nutrients To Help Overcome Addiction

Over the years, I’ve been addicted to various substances. It was only natural for me to seek fast relief while my brain was malfunctioning and I was suffering from mental illness. Until I could find better, long-term, sustainable answers, I had to rely on substances outside my body – even if they weren’t beneficial for me. I set out to learn as much as I can about nutrients to help overcome addiction, and between research studies and feedback from recovering addicts, I attempted to put together this list to help others.

At the time, I honestly felt that I didn’t have any other options. And I’m sure there are a lot of other folks out there who are dealing with the same issue. You might feel as if you require something to help you get through the day. Then there’s something more to do to get to sleep at night.

It could be alcohol, cigarettes, cannabis, or more potent drugs like cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamines. Perhaps you’re using antidepressants or benzodiazepines on a prescription basis. You may have no idea how you would survive without them.

You can do it, and I’m here to tell you that you can. 

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The Importance Of Nutrition & Exercise In Drug Addiction Recovery

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022
Exercise In Drug Addiction Recovery

It is not just medical detox and therapy, with drug addiction recovery there are other methodologies as well. A very important aspect of recovery is to follow a proper exercise and nutrition routine. Exercise in drug addiction recovery is one of the most important changes recovering addicts can make to their lifestyle. It can go a long way to ensure a healthy recovery from the painful clutches of drugs!

Yes, we are talking about the different nutrition and physical exercises that will help you get to the other side of addiction. Sobriety will be fun if we incorporate some new hobbies while going through the journey of recovery.

When we speak about the different physical exercises and nutrition, we are talking about how they are actually helping your body, mind, and soul. It’s not just about fitness or strength gainz.

If you are still wondering how a short yoga or running can help you more in your addiction recovery, then keep reading. In this post below, we will be discussing:

– What your body goes through during drug addiction

– How eating healthy and having a good exercise regime can help you.

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The Impact of Exercise For Addiction Recovery

Thursday, January 20th, 2022
girl doing exercise for addiction recovery

Looking to give your addiction recovery a good boost? Recovering addicts should not ignore the positive benefits of exercise for addiction recovery. Exercise has an impact on just about every aspect of our lives: from our mood, self-image, and even energy levels.

This COVID pandemic lockdown of 2021 (and now 2022) did nothing to help addicts and it definitely helped a bunch of folks slip into a habit of addition. If you’re one of them, and you’ve been struggling to keep the pounds off and avoid relapse, it’s time to hit the gym.

Addiction is all about control: the loss of it, the hunger for it and finally getting back in control after beating your body’s dependency on substances or behavior. Achieving sobriety means learning how to deal with temptations head-on and finding healthier ways to cope when things get tough. Exercise is one of the most powerful tools for changing your life around.

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