I recently came across this article at homemaderemedies about kicking alcohol addiction with natural herbs. I don’t need to go into detail why alcohol is incredibly bad for you. I am sure you’re already clued-up. The herbs below help to attack addiction from all fronts: physical and psychological. You may have to take a few of them in combination to cover all bases. If you’re looking for a herb to reduce alcohol cravings, try Kudzo (see list). These herbs can help other issues too, such as sleeplessness, anxiety or weight loss. Consult with your healthcare adviser before using these herbs to determine whether there are any conflicts with medications etc.
Herbal medicines offer a valuable resource for the effects of, and addiction to alcohol. Initially, there are herbs to detoxify and lessen cravings, while reducing the symptoms of withdrawal. Acorn tincture (Quercus glandis) or angelica can be used in all cases to create a powerful aversion to alcohol. Other plant medicines help repair the damage done, including liver herbs like milk thistle. Adaptogenic and tonic herbs can correct biochemical and neurological imbalances that contribute to drinking, by doing such things such as increasing the manufacture of neurotransmitters like serotonin.
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