AUTHOR: Eric DATE: 5/29/2007 07:24:00 AM ----- BODY:
Exercise and good nutrition are vital to an addict’s recovery. All drug users damage their bodies. In fact, one of the first signs of a drug problem is the person’s appearance. How bad the damage will be depends on what drugs they’re using and for how long, but drug users tend to age rapidly, and get that haggard, worn-out look often associated with drug abuse. Successful drug rehab should include a healthy diet and exercise as part of the treatment. One of the most common reasons addicts start using drugs is low self esteem. The change in their appearance while using drugs doesn’t help a bit, and sometimes those changes can be drastic – extreme weight loss, old beyond their years, mottled or sallow, yellowed skin, muscles wasted. A good drug rehab program that incorporates a nutritious diet and an exercise plan will help the addict in more ways than one - eating well and exercising improves their overall health and stamina, makes them feel good physically, and helps restore their self-esteem by improving their appearance. Many drug rehabs offer a small exercise room, but if exercise is not actually incorporated into the treatment plan, many addicts won’t bother with it. I always suggest to my clients that ensuring the treatment plan includes exercise and a balanced diet is the best way to go when looking for a successful drug rehab program.

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