will these cravings and headaches stop soon?
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will these cravings and headaches stop soon?
Hi. I quit with no relapses 6 weeks ago with surprisingly few cravings but just a few mild ones at around 7pm every night. I went cold turkey having used a certain book by A. Carr and am very pleased with my progress. I've been thinking more clearly and unleashed my creative talents on some big projects. My self confidence has improved, I feel healthier and things are looking great, but I seem to be getting stronger cravings. Also, I've been getting headaches even though I'm keeping hydrated. I thought after abstaining for this long the cravings would have stopped by now and I can't understand why I'm headachy - even as a drinker I had very few headaches. Anyone any ideas?
I am at six weeks too. Had some severe headaches - it has to be a symptom of withdrawal, dehydration (I think even if you have a good water intake now, the brain still doesn't receive it's share of hydrodration immediately) and sugar imbalances. A pint of water can help immediately, as can ibuprofen / paracetamol. Time is key.
Could be stress? I know my stress level is much higher since I quit but I'm learning acceptance and that helps. Stress was the main reason I drank. Caffeine and sugar are also culprits.
Hi Freeby
while physical cravings do diminish or even disappear, I found the mental cravings lasted much longer....
That's where support comes in, so I'm glad you found us
If you're concerned about your headaches, I'd see a Dr
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while physical cravings do diminish or even disappear, I found the mental cravings lasted much longer....
That's where support comes in, so I'm glad you found us
If you're concerned about your headaches, I'd see a Dr
D
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