Hello everyone, I'm new here. I have just found out that I have high blood pressure that requires medication. After I recovered from the shock of discovering that I am not invincible, I started doing what I always do - research - causes and fixes.
The cause is my alcohol consumption, it is way higher than 14 units a week
The fix has brought me here, I am on day 3 of being sober and I am hoping that this commuity will help me keep going
Hi Sammy welcome aboard yes it no doubt is a factor but at least you realise it and are taking steps good on you for the 3 days.
I am amazed how positive your response has made me feel. This is officially the first conversation I have had about concerns that my alcohol consumption is probably causing me health issues. Thank you for responding.
Good morning Sammy! I first started seriously looking at sobriety after problems with my heart rythym. Alcohol and caffeine were affecting it. I too was on medication. Alcohol affects our heart function increases risks of cancer, affects mental health, prevents us going into healthy deep sleep and prematurely ages us. You don't see that in the adverts! Well done on starting your journey. There is lots of quit lit about that will help you keep your determination to quit at the forefront. Try ' Alcohol lied to me' or ' Sober diaries' lots of podcasts too, type sober into Spotify xxxxx
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