This workshop is aimed at:

• Those who would like to re-evaluate their relationship with alcohol
• Those who have stopped drinking but who may be struggling with cravings or a general sense of unease
• People who are doing ‘dry January’ and would like to explore further

Workshop outline:

18.30 – 19.15      What are the effects of alcohol on our bodies and brains?

• Impact on our nervous, digestive, endocrine, and cardiovascular systems
• Basic brain chemistry and how the brain becomes addicted to alcohol and other substances
• Causes of addiction
• Withdrawal and abstinence symptoms

19.15-19.30         Break   

19.30 – 20.15      Breaking addiction, improving motivation, mood and energy with the support of nutritional therapy

• Resetting the brain with the right nutrients:  Essential, non-essential and conditionally essential amino acids /  Essential fatty acids / Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients
• Improving gut health to support brain health
• Balancing blood sugar to reduce cravings and improve energy

20.15 -21.00        Lifestyle and nutrition strategies for enjoying life alcohol-free in the long-term  

• Techniques to reduce and manage stress
• How to stabilise moods
• How to reduce cravings and avoid cross-addiction
• How to improve sleep
• How to reconnect

Presented by Lindsey Beveridge, Registered Nutritional Therapist, Recovery Nutrition Ltd.

Ticket price includes refreshments and handouts.

For further information: www.recovery-nutrition.co.uk.