Addictions

Addictions

Specific symptoms include: Giggly and at a complete loss – LSD. Red eyes, drowsy, very thirsty and hungry – cannabis. Pinpoint-size eye pupils – morphine or heroin. Trembling, unsteadiness, confusion – tranquilisers.

Naturopathy: Eating plenty of vegetables and fruit, drinking at least 8 glasses of water, exercise. Initial fasting might be a suggestion, to detox. Increase intake of vitamin B complex, vitamin C and cut out all sugars and as far as possible meat.

Homeopathic treatment For alcoholics and tranquillity addiction in treating tension: Nux vomica.

Acupuncture Points might be treated for the small/large intestines, lungs, heart and brain.

Bach remedy Agrimony (inner pain), Larch (low self esteem), Star of Bethlehem (sudden loss shock), Clematis (escapism), Wild oat (feeling of lost).

Alcoholism

This widespread addiction is harmful physically and psychologically.

Answer yes/no to the following:

1. Do you look forward to the drink and plan outings around it?

2. Do you feel better after a drink?

3. Do you feel equal about drinking by yourself or in company?

4. Do you feel more relaxed and able to deal with your problems after a drink?

5. Do you often drink over the limit you planned for and can you drink more than other people?

6. Do you budget for drinking in time and/or money?

7. Do you have memory lapses after drinking?

Yes answers to half these questions could indicate a drinking problem – seek help!

Possible Effects: Anaemica, Cancer, Obesity, Liver (stomach, nervous system and heart) Disorders, Sexual Problems and social/psychological problems.

Naturopathy: Exercise more, eat a balanced diet, drink plenty of water, increase Vitamin B complex and manage stress.

Herbal Solutions: Evening-primrose oil to prevent mood-swings, oats and lavender for their calming effect and milk thistle to regenerate liver cells.

Bach Remedies: Agrimony to for cheerfulness, Crab apple to relieve shame, Larch to lessen feelings of failure and White chestnut to combat obsessive thinking.

Important! Consultations with registered therapists, healers, experts and orthodox doctors are of utmost importance and strongly advised.