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Top tips for detoxing for Go Sober
By Melissa Ingram on
The goal of detoxing is to cleanse the body of toxins however the truth is our body is detoxing all the time, via our skin, liver, kidneys and bowel. Even if you’re very health conscious, detoxifying once in a while is still important to give your body a rest from chemicals.
While abstaining from alcohol during Go Sober, try not to overdo it on other stimulants. Why not try a complete detox and cut back or cut out altogether things like caffeine, cigarettes and sugar and give yourself the best possible chance of a healthy October!
Some dos and don’ts when detoxing
- A slow approach is advised and more likely to result in a lifestyle change rather than a quick fix.
- Don’t starve yourself – being hungry simply makes the experience unpleasant and less likely to be repeated in the future.
- Cut out ‘junk’ – you know what that means! Especially when cutting out alcohol during Go Sober as you may be tempted to reach for the sweet stuff.
- Cut out cigarettes
- Practise deep breathing exercises
- Drink 2 litres of water each day – preferably filtered
- Steer clear of caffeine (coffee, tea, green tea and chocolate)
- Try herbal teas, dandelion is a great tea for detoxing
- Eat whole, fresh foods and avoid refined and processed foodstuffs
- Take some gentle exercise every day – try tai chi, yoga, Pilates, stretching, swimming or walking.
(If you have any concerns check with your GP.)
One of the reasons we feel better after detoxing is that the increased consumption of antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals from fresh food sources encourage our bodies to feel cleaner and have more energy. Start slowly and build until life looks like this most of the time!
Now’s the time! Go Sober this October
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- What are you trying to achieve?
- What are your habits and what do you want to change?
- What have you achieved in life?
- Do you live in the moment?
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Tips on cutting down after your Sober October
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Carry on your good work from October through to November and beyond. Here are some practical tips if you want to try to cut down on the amount of alcohol you’re drinking.
Quench your thirst!
Before you start drinking, quench your thirst with a non-alcoholic drink.
Drink slowly
Have a drink of water with your alcoholic drink.
Make every second drink non-alcoholic
Alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. This will help space out your drinks.
Eat when you drink
Eat food when you’re drinking, but avoid salty foods – these make you thirstier.
Dilute your alcoholic drinks
For example, a shandy (beer with lemonade) or a wine spritzer (wine with mineral water).
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