Nicotine, found in cigarettes and tobacco products, is one of the most widely used drugs in the United States. It is a stimulant and can be highly addictive, and its withdrawal process can be painful and challenging, particularly for long-time addicts. Unfortunately, the height of the nicotine withdrawal doesn't occur until the body is completely drained of nicotine. This can take about 24 hours to accomplish, and while it occurs naturally, there are things you can do to facilitate the cleansing -- doing so may also help prepare your body to handle the withdrawal that will likely hit later.
Step 1
Drink plenty of water. The liver and kidneys are the organs that process nicotine and turn it into a compound that is released through the urine. The more water you provide to carry out that waste, the faster and easier your body will find it to eliminate these unwanted chemicals.
Step 2
Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. These foods are high in water content and fiber, which can help flush unwanted toxins from the body, but they also contain vitamins and minerals that can help revitalize your body. Drug use can zap your body's health, so providing nutrients can help curb this effect.
Step 3
Exercise. Your body sometimes releases toxins through the sweat released from your pores. Exercise also improves circulation throughout the body, including to your organs, making sure oxygen is well-provided for throughout the body. This can make nicotine removal easier.
Step 4
Eat foods that increase bile production -- a fluid the liver uses to carry out toxins for disposal. Foods that are high in sulfur are stimulators of bile production. These include garlic, onions and egg yolks.
