How To Clean Your Blood From Drugs

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Are you ready to quit your drug use for good? The first step to getting clean is detoxification.

Detox is the process of weaning your mind and body off drugs. Most people need to detoxify for five to 10 days. Cleaning out every last trace of the substance is the goal. Drug detox isn't an easy process if you're addicted, and it can be dangerous.

Your system has become dependent on the drug to function. Withdrawing from the drug will make you physically ill and emotionally upset. To aid your recovery, here are seven things to detox from drugs and alcohol.

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1. Check into a certified detox center

Quitting drugs cold turkey on your own isn't safe. Read 6 Things to Know About Alcohol Withdraw to understand how serious it can be. Some drugs, including heroin and opioids, can cause severe withdrawal symptoms. Alcoholism puts people at risk of deadly seizures during detox. You could also give into drug cravings and accidentally overdose. Please search for a local detox program. Rehab centers have 24/7 staff to supervise and support you. Doctors may provide medications to cope with drug detox easier.

2. Stick with a nutritious diet

Drug withdrawal will throw your whole digestive system off. Being nauseous, throwing up, and having diarrhea is common. Even if you're not hungry, eat healthy foods. Your body needs nutrients, especially vitamin C and niacin, to endure detox. Get your five cups of fruit and veggies each day. Load up on protein from fish, lean meats, and legumes. Chicken soup can aid drug detox just like the flu. Chocolate will release endorphins to make you feel happier too.

3. Increase your water intake

Water flushes away drug toxins to withdraw faster. Plenty of fluids are needed to keep your organs, especially your liver, detoxifying. You need to replenish the water you've lost from vomiting and diarrhea. Some detox patients suffer from severe sweating and a runny nose. Colder water helps cool down feverish body temperatures. Drink around 100 ounces or 12 cups of water per day to properly hydrate. Remember juicy fruits, tea, coffee, and low-sugar juices also deliver H20.

4. Stay physically active

During drug detox, you may want to curl up in a fetal position and cry. It's a tough process, but you can do it! Regular, low-intensity exercise can help you through. Getting your blood pumping will release a feel-good hormone called dopamine. Go for a walk or moderate hike. Swim laps in the detox center's pool. Play a friendly game of basketball or kickball. When cravings hit, launch into some lunges and squats. Moving around distracts you and keeps you from wallowing.

5. Practice breathing exercises

Your lungs have stretch receptors that suppress your nerves when you inhale deeply. Each exhale breathes out toxins and stress. Getting more oxygen to your cells will boost the drug detox too. Start by getting comfortable in a quiet place. Shut your eyes and wipe your mind clean. Take a deep breath through your nose to your diaphragm. Hold the breath for seven seconds and push it out for eight seconds. Practice deep breaths for 10 minutes before bedtime to sleep better.

6. Lean on your support system

There's no shame in needing help. Don't push away detox center staff who try to console you. The doctors, nurses, psychologists, and other clinicians want what's best for you. They're there for friendly, non-judgmental chats. Open up about the pain and emotions you're feeling. Talk out the pent-up anger and frustration. If possible, connect with your loved ones too. Call a parent, sibling, spouse, or best friend about your progress. Or write an old-fashioned letter to sent their way.

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