Harness the Power of Food for a Healthy Recovery

Food can be very helpful in recovery. In early recovery, it is especially helpful to get the mind and body on track again. Learning to harness the power of food and exercise can not only enhance recovery, but also revolutionize a person’s life by supporting long term mental and physical health. Learn more about the power of food for a healthy recovery.

Make Recovery Easier

Some people are going to make things harder than they have to, mostly because they don’t have the information they need to try and make it easier. Even if a person is aware of how junk food affects their body and mind, they might shrug it off as not a big deal. Eating mindlessly can leave people unaware of the impact it has on the body and overall mood. In recovery, this can lead to relapse if a person is not careful. When a person focuses on eating healthy, they begin to find ways of lowering heart disease, cholesterol, improving immunity, keeping away from infections, and lowering overall weight.

Ways to Improve Recovery

Treating the whole body is a great way to treat addiction sustainably because it is not limited to the thought processes. Instead, the focus becomes the entire being of a person. Learning to improve recovery through food includes:

• Seeking help from people who understand recovery, addiction, and nutrition. If addiction is food related, definitely seek help from people who are versed in co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, along with nutrition and food training for people with eating disorders.
• Eat more mindfully. Do not eat in front of the television. Savor each bite, enjoy the meals, and choose them wisely. This means eating with intention, including perhaps learning how to cook at home and not eating out as much (which will help with budgeting).
• Eat less junk food. Take in more meals that include fruits and veggies, wholegrain bread and pasta, and protein at each meal.
• Find a way to enjoy life outside of recovery. Focus on other things besides food. Life can be boring if you’re solely focused on one thing. Start other creative projects like writing, drawing, and do those things to find joy outside of the usual recovery meetings and activities.

Eating healthy is a part of being healthy overall. If you are struggling in recovery, we will help you find a way to be more healthy. Our programs are designed to help you learn how to navigate recovery including nutrition, budgeting, and other life skills you need after detox and rehab.  Call us 24/7 at our toll-free number: 866-294-9401

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