6 Ways That Functional Sobriety Can Heal Your Body

When it comes to alcohol use, the body can take a beating.

It can lead to a range of imbalances such as nutrient deficiencies, altered stress hormone levels, decreased liver function, and much more. But how do you identify which symptoms stem from alcohol use, and more importantly, how do you recover?

This is where my Functional Sobriety approach comes in. It focuses on addressing the root causes of health concerns, allowing us to create a tailored plan that supports your recovery through natural methods, primarily nutrition.

One common question I receive is: “How can functional sobriety help heal my body?” While every individual is unique with specific health concerns and goals, there are overarching themes that emerge. By adopting a root-cause approach to healing, many individuals begin to experience positive changes within just a few days or weeks.

Here are some of the ways that functional sobriety will help:

1. Improves Digestion and Gut Health:

   Alcohol significantly impacts gut health, leading to imbalances in the gut microbiome and increased inflammation. The Functional Sobriety approach emphasizes gut support and balancing, which not only enhances digestion but also promotes weight management, hormone regulation, improved skin health, increased energy levels, and much more.

2. Enhances Skin Health:

   Improved gut health leads to better nutrient absorption, including essential nutrients that contribute to skin health. Removing alcohol can help reduce acne, alleviate dermatitis, and promote a radiant complexion.

3. Boosts Energy Levels:

   One of the key benefits many seek from abstaining from alcohol is enhanced energy. However, some may find it challenging to experience the energetic highs that others rave about. Low energy can often result from nutrient deficiencies caused by alcohol use. Functional sobriety, combined with my sober nutrition approach, helps restore vital nutrients to help you feel your best.

4. Improves Mood:

   Alcohol consumption can deplete essential nutrients vital for brain health, such as B12, folate, B3, and magnesium. Through nutrition and functional sobriety, we can identify the causes of low mood and support emotional well-being using functional foods, supplements, and stress management techniques.

5. Reduces Cravings:

   Are you experiencing cravings for alcohol or sugar? Sugar cravings can persist long after quitting alcohol and may stem from imbalanced blood sugar levels, poor gut health, or low brain chemicals. The good news is that nutrition can effectively reduce these cravings, making it easier to say no to both drinks and desserts.

6. Balances Hormones

   Heavy alcohol use often disrupts hormonal balance due to the stress placed on the liver, which is a key player in hormone regulation. By focusing on liver health and incorporating herbs and nutrients that support hormonal balance, you can restore harmony in your body.

In conclusion, if you’re looking to improve your health, gain support in your sober or sober-curious journey, or just looking to manage your nutrition, Functional Sobriety can be the tool that will keep you on track!