It’s a known fact that drinking excessively can take a toll on a person’s health. Over time, drinking in excess can lead to heart problems, liver failure, and cancer among various other health issues. Someone in the midst of a drinking problem may not realize the toll alcohol is taking on their body, or they may simply not care. The truth is that alcohol can be very dangerous, and when it is eliminated from the picture, your physical health will improve in a number of ways.
Lower Amount of Bodily Toxins
Alcohol includes toxins, which are chemicals that the body needs to rid itself of. When toxins enter the body, they get broken down and flushed out of the body. The main organs that play a role in this are the kidneys, liver, and intestines. Working to eliminate toxins around the clock can eventually wear these organs down, which is why so many heavy drinkers experience problems with these organs. When the body is no longer taking in alcohol, it won’t need to work to eliminate the toxins from it. This means less work for these vital organs, which means they will function longer.
Improved Sleep Quality
Often with excessive drinking comes an unpredictable schedule. You may sometimes stay out until the early hours of the morning, then sleep until the late afternoon, while other times you try to maintain a normal sleep schedule because you need to work the following day. This type of back and forth confuses the body, making it more difficult to sleep when needed. Becoming sober allows you to regain some consistency within your schedule and get back into a normal routine. Your body will thank you in many major ways!
Increased Energy Levels
Alcohol is a depressant, meaning it creates a drowsy or relaxing effect for the user. This alone can affect a person’s energy levels when they are drinking. Aside from alcohol being a depressant, it can also alter a person’s sleeping schedule negatively, which may result in limited energy. When you remove alcohol from the equation, your body doesn’t have to work to rid itself of the toxins. You can return to a more normal schedule, resulting in better energy levels.
At Asana Recovery, we understand how difficult recovering from these addictions through our daily work to help those struggling most from this disease. While some may believe they can make it alone, rehabilitation programs are essential in the fight to break the dependency. The road ahead is not a smooth or easy one, but you can traverse it if done so with the support of the right team. Counseling and aftercare processes can assist you by addressing the psychological facets that led you to addiction and help you build a structure from which to better cope with life without succumbing to addiction.
The supervised detoxification and residential treatment programs at Asana Recovery are offered in a supportive, relaxing, and inspiring environment. We’re deeply committed to ensuring your long-term recovery and guiding you on your path to a healthier and happier future. There is no better time than now, and we’re always available to speak with you. Call us at (949) 438-4504 to learn more about our comprehensive drug and alcohol addiction treatment program today.
