3. Low Blood Sugar & Emotional Distress
As you drink alcohol, your blood sugar increases. As the alcohol wears off, it lowers. This low blood sugar state is known as “hypoglycemia” and is responsible for several health issues.
It primarily causes irritability, anxiety, light-headedness, excessive sweating, and panic. 70-90% of those who abuse alcohol suffer from hypoglycemia.
The stress produced by low blood sugar triggers the release of adrenaline, which signals the liver to release emergency sugar to prevent insulin shock. This compounds unpleasant reactions. Over time, this will exhaust your adrenal glands leading to full-on burnout.
Hypoglycemia makes you crave sugar and processed food. When you experience sugar cravings, eat quality protein and fats instead. Protein is much more satisfying and satiating and contributes significantly to the detox process.
This is exactly what we want in new sobriety!
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