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This homemade drink can be beneficial for those who give up the habit of alcohol and cigarettes.

Samira Vishwas | May 7, 2026 9:24 PM CST

New Delhi:Quitting or reducing the habit of smoking and alcohol is challenging for many people. During this time, problems like stress, restlessness, irritability and sleep problems may arise, due to which it becomes difficult for people to control themselves.

At such times, some healthy habits can help in keeping the body and mind calm. An easy drink prepared from basil and milk can also be included in such habits, which is considered helpful in feeling relaxed and getting better sleep.

How to prepare basil milk?

This drink can be easily made with common ingredients available at home.

Material:

1½ liter milk
4-5 basil leaves

method of making

First of all heat milk in a pan.
Now add basil leaves in it.
Let the milk cook on low flame for a few minutes.
After this turn off the gas.
Filter the milk and drink it lukewarm.

How can this drink help?

Helpful in making the body feel relaxed

Warm milk has long been associated with comfort and relaxation. Drinking this can make the body feel calm.

helpful in reducing stress

Such properties are found in Tulsi which are considered helpful in reducing stress and keeping the mind calm.

help improve sleep

Many people’s sleep gets affected when they try to reduce smoking or drinking. This drink can help you feel relaxed at night.

Helpful in controlling cravings

Due to stress and anxiety, many times a person may return to smoking or drinking alcohol. In such a situation, feeling relaxed can help in reducing cravings to some extent.

What things should be kept in mind?

This is not a medical treatment. If a person has severe addiction, it is important to consult a doctor or counselor.

Apart from this, healthy diet, adequate sleep and trying to reduce habits gradually can be more effective.

Adopt these habits to reduce smoking and alcohol

Walk or exercise daily
drink more water
seek support from family and friends
Do meditation to reduce stress
get into the habit of sleeping on time

important note

It is not easy to reduce the habit of smoking and alcohol, but small healthy habits can make this process a little easier. It is important to seek expert opinion for any specific health advice.