Kategória: Sober living

Two additional medications—metformin and troglitazone—are now being used to treat people with type 2 diabetes. These agents act to lower the patient’s blood sugar levels by decreasing insulin resistance rather than by increasing insulin secretion. Accordingly, these medications help control blood sugar levels without causing hypoglycemia. Insulin resistance does not...

As you can be the host, you decide if you wish to serve alcohol or not. This had its benefits, I finally started writing that book I’d been talking about for years, but on the other hand I found myself isolated from my friends and my old haunts. Sundays suddenly...

Depending on a trusted friend can get you through a tempting situation unscathed. The most important rule of recovery is that a person does not achieve recovery by just not using. Recovery involves creating a new life in which it is easier to not use. When individuals do not change...

However, the best way to limit weight gain from alcohol is to consume less or no alcohol. The empty calories will not make you feel full and can add extra pounds. Alcohol can cause weight gain and have a negative impact on the body. Some people may see an immediate...

Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using oxycodone safely with other drugs. This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Prescription options include Kloxxado (8 mg/spray), Rextovy (4 mg/spray), and Rezenopy (10 mg/spray).Each...

At this point, driving may be a death sentence even without the awareness of the drinker. Gallup has measured Americans’ views of the health effects of moderate drinking 10 times since 2001. The latest data, from the July 1-21 Consumption Habits poll, show a new high of 45% of Americans...

Recognizing the factors that contributed to the lapse, such as stressors or triggers, helps individuals to develop strategies and techniques to navigate similar challenges in the future. In the multifaceted journey of overcoming addiction and living a healthier life, individuals often encounter a psychological phenomenon known as the abstinence violation...

Thus, while it is vital to empirically test nonabstinence treatments, implementation research examining strategies to obtain buy-in from agency leadership may be just as impactful. Relapse Prevention (RP) is another well-studied model used in both AUD and DUD treatment (Marlatt & Gordon, 1985). In its original form, RP aims to...

Chronicling the journey from “liquid courage to sober courage,” this blog includes real-life stories about alcohol use disorder, relapse, and the journey of recovery. Readers will also find resources for getting sober and finding support online. This one-of-a-kind community was created for people living a sober life. Connect with people...

I am a passionate beer connoisseur with a deep appreciation for the art and science of brewing. With years of experience tasting and evaluating various beers, I love to share my opinions and insights with others and I am always eager to engage in lively discussions about my favorite beverage....