Treatment of alcohol addiction is possible not only with medication and psychotherapeutic methods.There are many folk recipes that help a person overcome addiction.The basis of most of these remedies is herbs.
But despite the seeming harmlessness of plant materials, if used incorrectly, they can cause harm.Therefore, it is necessary to know exactly which herbs help against alcoholism and how to use them correctly.
Rules for herbal medicine
When planning to use any herb against alcoholism, you need to remember some rules:
- Herbal treatment should be preceded by cleansing the body of toxins and waste;
- it is necessary to strictly follow all dosages specified in the recipe, since the effect of some plants is very strong, while others are generally poisonous;
- It is not recommended to replace decoctions and infusions with alcohol tinctures, this will not add to the effectiveness of the product, and may cause a breakdown in an alcoholic (in addition, some herbs are absolutely incompatible with alcohol);
- before starting a course of taking herbal remedies, you need to make sure that the patient does not have an allergic reaction;
- at the slightest sign of poisoning or general deterioration in health, herbal treatment should be stopped immediately.
Herbs for alcoholism
There are quite a few herbs that can help you get rid of drunkenness.The action of most of them is based on the fact that in combination with alcohol they cause dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.A serious condition that occurs over and over again after drinking alcohol causes the instinct of self-preservation to be triggered.An alcoholic is afraid to drink, expecting that he will feel bad again.
In addition, a reflex is formed - a person sees a direct connection between drinking alcohol and painful symptoms, and on this basis, he gradually develops an aversion to alcohol.
Centaury
Folk remedies for alcoholism based on centaury are very popular.They were used to relieve cravings for alcohol long before the advent of drugs.For treatment, the plant can be brewed independently or as part of a tea.Centaury eliminates the craving for alcohol, cleanses the body of toxins, and normalizes the functioning of internal organs.
To prepare the decoction you will need 2 tbsp.spoons of fresh or dried centaury.They are poured with 250 ml of boiling water, boiled over low heat for 10-15 minutes, then left for 2 hours.Before use, the decoction must be strained.Take a third of a glass three times a day.The course of treatment is two weeks.
Puppeteer (Hemeritsa)
Puppeteer's tincture is most often used to treat alcoholism in secret from the patient.The grass is very poisonous and, in combination with alcohol, causes severe symptoms of intoxication - decreased blood pressure, vomiting.This is explained by the fact that the alkaloids present in the plant cause disturbances in the functioning of the cardiovascular and digestive systems.
To prepare the tincture, 20 g of raw materials (you can use either the herb itself or the root) are poured with 400 ml of vodka and infused for 10 days in a dark place.After this, you need to carefully strain the liquid.Directions for use: 5 drops of tincture are added to an alcoholic’s drink or food.Treatment continues until a persistent aversion to alcohol develops.
Important!Using puppeteer to get rid of alcoholism is associated with the risk of various complications from severe poisoning to stroke, since the herb has many side effects.You should not use it without consulting your doctor.
Bay leaf
Bay leaf is another working remedy for drunkenness.The 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 is given a third of the resulting infusion once a day.After 3 days, a positive effect is already noticeable - the person develops an aversion to alcohol.
Kopyten
European hoofed grass is deservedly considered a very effective remedy for alcoholism.After taking the drug while drinking alcohol, the patient will feel unwell, experience severe nausea, and possible attacks of vomiting.To prepare a remedy for alcoholism, it is most often not the herb that is used, but the root of the coffin.
The cleft tincture is prepared as follows: pour 15 g of crushed rhizome into a glass of heated water, bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat.After half an hour, strain.Drink 20 ml decoction once a day.It is believed that hoofed grass also gives good results when treating alcoholism in secret from the patient.
Thyme (Thyme)
Thyme (or creeping thyme) is another common remedy used for alcoholism.The combination of thyme and alcohol causes abdominal pain and vomiting, so that the patient quickly develops an aversion to alcohol.Moreover, unpleasant symptoms appear when using a thyme-based product even with a small amount of alcohol.
There are several options for preparing thyme decoction for alcoholism.
One of the recipes is: 3 tbsp.spoons of raw materials are poured into a glass of boiling water and left for an hour.The filtered liquid should be drunk three times a day, 1 tbsp.spoon.The course of treatment is 2 weeks.If necessary, the course can be repeated after a week's break.
Another recipe for thyme decoction for alcoholism is as follows: 3 tbsp.spoons of dried raw materials are poured into 0.5 liters of water and put on fire.After the liquid boils, simmer it over low heat for about 30 minutes.Then leave for an hour in a cool place.After the broth is filtered, warm water is added to a volume of 0.5 liters.The product is added to an alcoholic drink.For 0.5 liters of strong alcohol, 3 tbsp is enough.spoons
Treatment of alcoholism with thyme gives the best effect in the early stages of the disease, when the addiction is not yet so strong.
Important!When preparing a thyme decoction, you must remember that the combination of this herb with alcohol gives a strong negative reaction, so in pursuit of a quick result you should not exceed the dosage.
Lovage
Lovage is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Celery family and is often used for alcoholism.Such remedies give quick and fairly lasting results due to the fact that, in combination with alcoholic drinks, they cause unpleasant painful symptoms:
- vomiting, nausea;
- diarrhea;
- stomach ache.
Lovage root is used for alcoholism.2 tbsp.spoons of crushed rhizome are poured into 250 ml of boiling water and left for 50-60 minutes.After this, the liquid is filtered and poured into a glass container.Lovage tincture is added directly to alcohol in the amount of 2 tbsp.spoons per 0.5 liter of drink.Treatment continues until a stable aversion to alcohol is formed.
Kudzu root
Unlike many herbal remedies that cause aversion to alcohol, kudzu root, which came to us from Asian medicine, acts differently.Due to its chemical composition, the plant significantly enhances the effect of alcohol, as a result, a person becomes intoxicated from a much smaller dose.Accordingly, less alcohol enters the body, which means toxins are eliminated faster, and the hangover is easier.
Products based on kudzu root have a cumulative effect and over time, the craving for alcohol weakens, and the body begins to recover, thanks to the natural hepatoprotectors and antioxidants contained in the plant.
curly sorrel
A decoction of curly sorrel helps improve well-being after binge drinking and relieve symptoms of intoxication.To prepare the drug 1 tbsp.A spoonful of crushed plant root is brewed with a glass of boiling water and boiled for 5-10 minutes.Then leave for two hours and filter.You need 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 into a glass of boiling water, then heated for half an hour in a water bath.Drink half a glass of the decoction twice a day.The duration of the course, depending on the result, is 2-3 weeks.
Baranets
Baranets is another herbaceous plant that helps fight alcohol addiction.The effect is achieved within 1-2 months.An infusion of the herb in combination with alcohol intake causes profuse, prolonged vomiting.5 g of herb are boiled for 5 minutes in 250 ml of water, then infused for 30 minutes and filtered.Drink 50-70 ml of the product 15-20 minutes before drinking alcohol.Moreover, 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.
Sagebrush
An infusion of wormwood will help reduce cravings for alcohol.To prepare it, 1 tbsp.pour a spoonful of herbs into a glass of boiling water and leave for 20 minutes.The strained product is divided into three parts, which should be taken half an hour before meals.The course of treatment is 10-12 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.Pour 0.5 liters of boiling water over spoons of the resulting mixture.Boil for 10 minutes, then leave for an hour.After the broth has cooled, it must be strained.Take 50 ml three times a day.Duration of treatment – 1 month.
Herbs for alcohol intoxication
After drinking a large amount of alcohol or after quitting a binge, it is necessary to alleviate the person’s condition and remove the symptoms of intoxication.There are several proven traditional medicine recipes for this:
- a decoction of tansy can relieve almost all unpleasant signs of poisoning;
- lemon balm decoction (1 tablespoon per glass of boiling water) helps stop prolonged vomiting;
- decoctions of horsetail, linden, thyme, mint (1 tablespoon per glass of boiling water) accelerate the removal of toxic substances from the body.
To cleanse the body as quickly as possible, you can use herbs that induce vomiting, but this must be done with caution.
Herbal infusions
Many herbs work well in herbal remedies for alcoholism.Teas based on herbal ingredients not only help get rid of alcohol addiction, but also relieve stress, stabilize the body's functioning, and normalize sleep and appetite.
Several popular herbal teas for alcoholism:
- St. John's wort, wormwood, yarrow, thyme, mint, juniper.1 tbsp.pour a spoonful of herbal mixture into 1 liter of boiling water and leave 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 cravings for alcohol.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.
- A coffee drink with coffin root is a strong and quite effective remedy, but it should be used infrequently to avoid side effects.
Attention!Herbs for preparing preparations for alcoholism can be purchased at a pharmacy or collected yourself (but only if you are well versed in botany and are sure that you have found exactly the plant you need).
Contraindications
Attention!Herbs for alcoholism cannot be treated like ordinary tea.We strongly recommend that you consult a doctor before use.
When using herbal remedies, you must act carefully and remember possible contraindications, the main of which is individual intolerance to any component.Besides this, there are a few more restrictions:
- Herbs that cause vomiting should not be used by those diagnosed with stomach diseases (gastritis, ulcers);
- for hypertension, herbal treatment can cause complications;
- Herbal treatment of alcoholism is also contraindicated for people with diabetes.
Conclusion
Some herbs really help get rid of cravings for alcohol.They may not be able to completely cure a person, but as an additional remedy they are very effective.When planning to use folk remedies, you need to make sure that there are no contraindications and strictly follow the recipe and dosage prescribed for use.