Category: Sober living

If migraine headaches continue to cause you grief, look beyond home remedies. At the National Headache Institute, we investigate to find the underlying causes of migraine and headaches. We have created customized plans than have helped more than 12,000 people live the pain-free lives they deserve. For some people that ... Leggi tutto

The effects of alcohol on the gallbladder can vary depending on the amount consumed and individual factors. Moderate alcohol consumption refers to the consumption of up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men. Excessive alcohol consumption, on the other hand, refers ... Leggi tutto

Yes, children with type 1 diabetes are at a higher risk of developing ketoacidosis if their blood sugar is not managed properly. If you have diabetes and experience fruity-smelling breath, it’s best to check your blood sugar and ketone levels. Perhaps the easiest way to identify when someone has been ... Leggi tutto

One of the tests performed is a urine test to check for ketones present, which could indicate AKA. Another common laboratory test comes in the form of amylase and lipase tests that evaluate the functionality of your pancreas, as disorders such as pancreatitis can cause AKA. Correct diagnosis is essential ... Leggi tutto

It gets in the way of recovery, self-acceptance, and accessing help when needed. Researchers have studied the experiences of many people who have recovered from substance use and identified key features of the recovery process. One widely used model can be summed up in the acronym CHIME, identifying the key ... Leggi tutto

The stigma and shame of addiction has much to do with the perception that people with substance use disorders are weak, immoral, or simply out for a good time at society's expense. Understanding that addiction impairs the brain in many important ways may reduce such stigma. What's more, the specific ... Leggi tutto

Hazardous (risky) substance use refers to quantitative levels of consumption that increase an individual’s risk for adverse health consequences. Clinically, alcohol consumption that exceeds guidelines for moderate drinking has been used to prompt brief interventions or referral for specialist care 112. More recently, a reduction in these quantitative levels has been ... Leggi tutto

Find what works for you, but any activity that you enjoy and that gets your heart pumping is likely to help clear that fuzzy-headed feeling. We didn’t have to contend with back-to-back Zoom meetings, peak hour traffic or the complexities of the taxation system. We didn’t have social media, smartphones ... Leggi tutto

The high that comes from using drugs is bigger, brighter, louder, and more gratifying than any natural reward, and it can make natural rewards seem small, dim, and quiet by comparison. They will hold your hand and be there for you right from the start to the end. Contact us ... Leggi tutto