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Seeking Help for Alcohol Addiction and Weight Loss
General Medicine
Question #49522
97 days ago
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Seeking Help for Alcohol Addiction and Weight Loss - #49522

Client_ab7125
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I’m trying to quit drinking alcohol and lose weight. I have a long history of addiction and have employed “harm reduction” to reduce my intake but I just can’t seem to stop. What can you tell me that will help?

How long have you been trying to quit drinking alcohol?:

- 3-6 months

What triggers your urge to drink alcohol?:

- Stress

How would you describe your current diet?:

- Occasionally unhealthy
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-Daily Alcohol-Free & Healthy Routine -Morning: Warm water + lemon, protein breakfast, 5 min stretching/breathing -Daytime: Water, herbal tea, or non-alcoholic drinks instead of alcohol Balanced meals (veg + protein), short walk -Cravings/Stress: Pause 10–15 min, journal, or do deep breathing -Evening: Relaxing activity, avoid alcohol at home -Optional Ayurvedic Support 1)Ashwagandha 300–500 mg once daily (stress) 2)Triphala 1 tsp at bedtime (digestion) 3)Guggul 500 mg before meals (metabolism) 4)Tulsi or ginger tea (stress & digestion) ✅ Tip: Small wins matter—every alcohol-free hour counts!

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