James Swanwick
James Swanwick
Heal Your Brain After Alcohol: A Guide to Nutrition & Gut Health with Coach David & Coach Matt
Heal Your Brain After Alcohol: A Guide to Nutrition & Gut Health with Coach David & Coach Matt
Heal Your Brain After Alcohol: A Guide to Nutrition & Gut Health with Coach David & Coach Matt
Wednesday 23rd July 2025
Learn how nutrition and sleep aid brain recovery post-alcohol. Coaches Matt & David share tips on gut health and healing strategies.
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol impacts brain health by shrinking it over time.
- Deep REM sleep is crucial for cleaning out brain waste.
- Fermented foods aid in restoring gut health.
- Healing takes time; mood swings and fatigue are normal.
- Support from family is vital during the recovery process.
Alcohol doesn't just give you a hangover - it can shrink your brain over time.
Ever wondered how quitting alcohol can actually heal your brain? In this episode of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle podcast, Coaches Matt Gardner and David Jilks dive into the fascinating connection between nutrition, sleep, and brain recovery when you stop drinking. If you've ever woken up feeling like your brain's been through a marathon, you're not alone. David shares that alcohol doesn't just give you a hangover - it can shrink your brain over time.
But here's the good news: your brain is like a superhero with an incredible ability to bounce back! The coaches chat about how crucial sleep and gut health are in your recovery journey. Did you know that deep REM sleep acts like a street sweeper for your brain, cleaning out all the metabolic waste? It's like giving your brain a much-needed spring clean.
David also talks about fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi as secret weapons for restoring gut health, which in turn boosts your brain's feel-good neurotransmitters. As they unpack these topics, Matt and David offer practical tips for those starting their alcohol-free journey, including adding healthy fats to your diet and understanding that healing takes time. They remind us that while the process can be daunting, especially when facing mood swings and fatigue, it's perfectly normal.
Your body is just taking its well-deserved break to heal. So, if you're ready to learn how to support your brain and body in this alcohol-free adventure, this episode is a must-listen. It's packed with valuable advice and a dash of humour to keep things light. Could this be the nudge you need to take that step towards a healthier, happier you?