Treatment of alcohol dependence is possible not only with drugs and psychotherapeutic methods. There are many popular recipes that help a person overcome his addiction. Most of these remedies are herbal.
But despite the seeming harmlessness of plant materials, if they are not used properly, they can cause harm. Therefore, it is necessary to know exactly which herbs help against alcoholism and how to use them correctly.
Herbal Treatment Rules
When planning to use an alcohol addiction weed, there are a few rules to keep in mind:
- herbal treatment should be preceded by cleansing the body of toxins and toxins;
- it is necessary to strictly observe all the dosages indicated in the recipe, since the effect of some plants is very strong, while others are usually toxic;
- it is not recommended to replace decoctions and infusions with alcoholic tinctures, this will not add effectiveness to the product and may cause breakdown in an alcoholic (moreover, some herbs are absolutely incompatible with thealcohol);
- before starting the herbal treatment you must make sure that the patient does not have an allergic reaction;
- At the slightest sign of intoxication or general deterioration of health, herbal treatment should be discontinued immediately.
Herbs of alcoholism
There are many herbs that can help you get rid of alcohol. Most of them are based on the fact that in combination with alcohol they cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting. A serious illness that occurs over and over again after drinking alcohol makes the instinct for self-preservation work. The alcoholic is afraid to drink and expects him to get sick again.
In addition, a reflex is formed - a person sees a direct connection between the intake of alcoholic beverages and painful symptoms, and on this basis, he gradually forms an aversion to alcohol.
Thousands of meters
Centaury folk remedies for alcoholism are very popular. They were used to relieve cravings for alcohol long before the advent of drugs. For processing, the plant can be brewed alone or as part of a collection. Centaury eliminates the need for alcohol, cleanses the body of toxins and normalizes the functioning of internal organs.
To prepare the broth you need 2 tbsp. tablespoons of fresh or dried knapweed. They are poured with 250 ml of boiling water, boiled over low heat for 10-15 minutes, after which they are insisted for 2 hours. Filter the broth before use. Take a third of a glass three times a day. The duration of treatment is two weeks.
Puppeteer (Chemeritsa)
Puppeteer tincture is most often used for the treatment of alcoholism in secret. The grass is very poisonous and, in combination with alcohol, causes the strongest symptoms of intoxication - a decrease in blood pressure, vomiting. This is explained by the fact that the alkaloids present in the plant cause disturbances in the activity of the cardiovascular and digestive systems.
To prepare the tincture, 20 g of raw materials (you can use both the grass itself and the root) pour 400 ml of vodka and leave for 10 days in a dark place. After that, you need to carefully filter the liquid. Method of application: 5 drops of tincture are added to alcoholic drink or food. Treatment is continued until a persistent aversion to alcohol is formed.
Important! Using a puppeteer to get rid of alcoholism carries the risk of various complications ranging from severe poisoning to stroke, as the herb has many side effects. Do not use it without consulting your doctor.
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is another effective remedy for drinking. Tincture is prepared from 2-3 large leaves and 200 ml of high-quality vodka. The liquid is infused in the dark for 12-15 days, after which it is filtered. The patient receives one third of the obtained infusion once a day. After 3 days, a positive effect is already noticeable - a person has a rejection of alcohol.
Clefthoof
European Clefthoof is rightly regarded as a very effective remedy for alcoholism. After taking the drug against the background of alcohol consumption, the patient will feel unwell, experience severe nausea and vomiting is possible. To prepare a remedy for alcoholism, it is not the herb that is most often used, but the root of the hoof.
Clefthoof tincture is prepared as follows: pour 15 g of chopped rhizomes with a glass of heated water, bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Filter after half an hour. Drink a decoction of 20 ml once a day. It is believed that the clefthoof gives good results in treating alcoholism in secret from the patient.
Thyme
Thyme (or creeping thyme) is another commonly used remedy for alcoholism. The combination of thyme and alcohol causes abdominal cramps and vomiting, so the patient quickly develops an aversion to alcohol. In addition, unpleasant symptoms appear when using a thyme product, even with a small amount of alcohol.
There are several options for preparing a thyme decoction for alcoholism.
One of the recipes is: 3 tbsp. spoons of raw materials are poured with a glass of boiling water and insisted for an hour. The filtered liquid should be drunk three times a day, 1 tbsp. spoon. The duration of treatment is 2 weeks. If necessary, the course can be repeated after a week's break.
Another recipe for decoction of thyme from alcoholism is: 3 tbsp. spoons of dried raw materials are poured into 0, 5 liters of water and put on fire. Once the liquid boils, it is boiled over low heat for about 30 minutes. Then leave in a cool place for an hour. After the broth is filtered, hot water is added to a volume of 0. 5 liters. The product is poured into an alcoholic drink. For 0. 5 liters of strong alcohol, 3 tablespoons are enough. spoons.
Treatment of alcoholism with thyme works best in the early stages of the disease, when the addiction is not yet so strong.
Important! When preparing a decoction of thyme, it should be remembered that the combination of this herb with alcohol gives a strong negative reaction, so in search of a quick result, you should not exceed the dose.
Lovage
Lovage is a perennial herbaceous plant of the celery family quite often used for alcoholism. Such remedies give a quick and fairly stable result, because in combination with alcoholic beverages they cause unpleasant painful symptoms:
- vomiting, nausea;
- diarrhea;
- abdominal pain.
Lovage root is used for alcoholism. 2 tbsp. tablespoons of crushed rhizomes are poured with 250 ml of boiling water and insisted for 50-60 minutes. After that, the liquid is filtered and poured into a glass container. Tincture of lovage is poured directly into alcohol in the amount of 2 tbsp. spoons for 0, 5 liters of drink. Treatment is continued until a persistent aversion to alcohol is formed.
Kudzu root
Unlike many herbal preparations that cause an aversion to alcohol, kudzu root, which has come to us from Asian medicine, works differently. Due to its chemical composition, the plant significantly improves the effect of alcohol. Therefore, a person becomes intoxicated from a much lower dose. As a result, less alcohol enters the body, which means toxins are flushed out faster and hangovers are easier.
Kudzu root products have a cumulative effect and over time the craving for alcohol wanes and the body begins to recover, thanks to the natural hepatoprotectors and antioxidants in the plant.
Curly Sorrel
A decoction of curly sorrel helps to improve health after a binge, to relieve symptoms of poisoning. For the preparation of the drug 1 tbsp. a spoonful of the crushed root of the plant is brewed with a glass of boiling water and boiled for 5-10 minutes. Then they insist for two hours, filter. It is necessary to drink the infusion three times a day, 60-70 ml.
St. John's Wort
St. John's Wort contains many natural antidepressants, vitamins and active substances that suppress cravings for alcohol. 2 tbsp. spoons of herbs are poured with a glass of boiling water, then heated for half an hour in a water bath. Drink half a glass of broth twice a day. The duration of the course, depending on the result, is 2-3 weeks.
Baranets
Ram is another herb that helps fight alcohol addiction. The effect is obtained in 1 to 2 months. Infusion of the herb in combination with alcohol consumption causes prolonged profuse vomiting. 5 g of grass are boiled in 250 ml of water for 5 minutes, then infused for 30 minutes, filtered. 50-70 ml of the product are drunk 15-20 minutes before alcohol consumption. In addition, it is advisable not only to drink alcohol, but also to smell it, so that not only the taste, but also the smell of the drink causes disgust.
Absinthe
Absinthe infusion will help reduce cravings for alcohol. For its preparation 1 tbsp. a spoonful of herbs is poured with a glass of boiling water and insist for 20 minutes. The filtered agent is divided into three parts, which should be taken half an hour before meals. The duration of treatment is 10 to 12 days.
There are many positive reviews about the effectiveness of a decoction of wormwood and thyme. Herbs should be mixed in a ratio of 1: 4, 2 tbsp. spoon the mixture, pour 0, 5 liters of boiling water. Boil for 10 minutes, then let sit for an hour. Once the broth has cooled, strain it. Take 50 ml three times a day. The duration of treatment is 1 month.
Herbs of alcohol poisoning
After drinking a lot of alcohol or coming out of a binge, it is necessary to alleviate the condition of the person and eliminate the symptoms of intoxication. There are several proven traditional medicine recipes for this:
- decoction of tansy allows you to weaken almost all unpleasant signs of poisoning; Lemon balm decoction
- (1 tablespoon per glass of boiling water) helps to stop prolonged vomiting;
- decoctions of horsetail, lime, thyme, mint (1 tablespoon per glass of boiling water) accelerate the elimination of toxic substances from the body.
Herbs that vomit can be used to cleanse the body as quickly as possible, but this should be done with caution.
Herbal preparations
Many herbs work well in herbal remedies for alcoholism. Herbal teas not only help to get rid of alcohol addiction, but also relieve stress, stabilize the work of the body and normalize sleep and appetite.
Several popular herbal teas for alcoholism:
- St. John's Wort, bitter wormwood, yarrow, thyme, mint, juniper. 1 tbsp. a spoonful of the herbal mixture is poured into 1 liter of boiling water and insisted for 20-25 minutes. The filtered liquid is drunk 3-4 times a day for 15 days. After a week's break, the course is repeated.
- Monastic tea for alcoholism is another effective drink for relieving alcohol cravings. 1 teaspoon of the collection is brewed with a glass of boiling water, infused for 20 minutes, filtered. The product is taken according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Clefthoof root coffee is a strong and fairly effective remedy, but it should only be used infrequently to avoid side effects.
Warning! Herbs to prepare for alcoholism fees can be bought at the drugstore or collected yourself (but only if you have a good grasp of botany and are sure that you have found exactly the plant you need).
Contraindications
Warning! Herbs for alcoholism should not be treated like regular tea. We strongly recommend that you consult a doctor before use.
When using herbal remedies, one should act with caution and remember the possible contraindications, the main of which is individual intolerance to one of the components. In addition, there are a few other restrictions:
Herbs- that induce vomiting should not be used in people who have been diagnosed with stomach diseases (gastritis, ulcers);
- with hypertension, herbal medicine can cause complications;
- Herbal treatment for alcoholism is also contraindicated in people with diabetes.
Conclusion
Certain herbs may actually help reduce cravings for alcohol. They may not be able to completely cure a person, but as an additional remedy they are very effective. If you plan to use folk remedies, then you should make sure that there are no contraindications and strictly follow the prescribed recipe and dosages.