How Chess and Vitamins Can Help You Detox From Weed

Controlling smoking habits through a detox is a step forward in the right direction. Addictions sometimes take over our everyday lives, hindering our ability to perform at work, school, or our family life. 

Some of us have been smoking pot like it's breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are probably smokers right now, reading this as you take a relaxing break. I'm not going to inform people about the harmful effects of weed-- many experts already hold a grudge against grass. I get it-- it's a stress reliever for many people, but everything should be in moderation.

But I support anyone fully if they are adamant about quitting cold turkey. 

How do you detox your body from weed? 

Well, the simple answer is to stop smoking—or even consuming edibles, for you detox cheaters out there. 

But in reality, this is hard for most people. Willpower alone does not cut it, and there are many scientific studies to prove that this is always the case. 

Relying on willpower is like doing 20 pull-ups in multiple sets of five. Sure, it may seem achievable in the short term, but it will become exhausting and burn you out in the long term. And there will be people out there who can do 20 sets of 5, but those people are outliers.

But realistically, the majority of people cannot rely on will alone. So what are the alternatives?

A unique answer--play Chess!

Why Playing Chess can Halt Weed Addiction

As an avid chess player and blogger for over ten years, I have significantly benefited from this beautiful game in many ways.

But cutting the fluff as I always do-- How the hell can chess-playing detox weed from my system? 

For starters, I introduced the concept of willpower and how it is detrimental to addictions such as smoking pot. It works in the short term, but in the long term, it doesn't. It rapidly depletes the more and more you use it. 

Chess can take your mind off weed cravings by mentally stimulating your mind and putting your brain to work. When you smoke, individuals tend to get lazy due to the amount of THC, which has a sedating effect, and by introducing yourself to strategic concepts, you become sharper.

And I'm not talking about slow Chess, by the way. Modern rules, such as blitz chess, have 3 minutes per player. So, for those who say Chess is boring, you can have fun quickly.

Secondly, it can provide another alternative to stress and anxiety, allowing you to replace destructive behavior with a good one. Replacing bad habits with easy ones is one of the best strategies for avoiding burnout. 

Lastly, Chess is a productive game, so unlike video games, you don't have to be concerned about wasting time. In this game, you improve your cognitive skills and become sharper in your mental ability.

The Role of Vitamins in Recovery 

Playing Chess improves mental health, and vitamins aid in physical recovery. 

Vitamins are a natural way to detox weed from the body. Although this isn't the quickest approach, vitamins and supplements can help you long-term. It isn't a fast cleanse, like a healthy juice. This detox fix is over many days and months. Results are not in an instant but for an extended time. 

But it outweighs the adverse effects smoking weed has over long periods. 

When smoking too much pot, THC levels can accumulate, which leads to oxidative stress and depletes the body of its natural immune function. Cannabis can also make you dumber, slow to respond to questions, and lower your level of intelligence. 

That's why some vitamins are called antioxidants. They prevent the body from oxidative stress from toxic substances. The perfect weed detox cleanse is just around the corner, thanks to the right vitamins and supplements.

The Best Vitamins to Detox from Weed

I have been a vitamin consumer for almost five years now, and I must say, my health has been in the best shape. I have a supplement regimen; I take around six daily supplements with water. But for cannabis smokers, what should the daily supplement routine be? 

All smokers, whether they smoke cigars, cigarettes, or vape, should take Vitamin D. Studies have shown that almost all smokers lack it in their system. Furthermore, studies have also shown that it can reduce joint inflammation and promote a healthy skeleton. People who do not get enough sunlight or live in areas with limited sunlight should consider taking this supplement daily. 

One should also take a healthy amount of vitamin C to combat the oxidative stress of THC. Oxidative stress can cause cancer, heart disease, and respiratory issues. Free radicals form with every puff that one inhales. 

I also recommend turmeric supplements to combat THC's inflammatory nature and oxidizing effect. This supplement protects cells from radical and abnormal multiplying, which results in many cancers and degenerative diseases. 

Turmeric is a ginger root grown in Asia and mainly commercialized in India.

Therefore, it is considered an antioxidant by most standards.

Are there any side effects to the supplements listed above?

There shouldn't be any side effects, but vitamin C can cause stomach problems, heartburn, and fatigue. But this usually happens when you take an overdose of this vitamin. 

Turmeric can also cause stomach upset and dizziness if you're not careful. But again, these problems are more likely to happen if you take too much of the daily allowance. 

Talk to a medical professional beforehand to decide if these supplements suit you. One may have conflicting medical issues with these vitamins, so staying current with any underlying problems is essential. 

Can Playing Chess Help Problems Besides Weed Addiction?

Yes, Chess can improve all aspects of life besides just addiction. It can ease anxiety and panic attacks, as well as lower stress. 

As a chess enthusiast for over ten years, I have reaped the benefits of playing this game for so long. My memory has become sharper, my creativity has increased, and my social skills have also benefited. Chess uses both sides of the brain, inspiring players to hone their critical thinking skills. There is a correlation between Chess and the prevention of dementia in the future.

As the notorious Andrew Tate also said, "Chess correlates with life. It teaches self-accountability; if you lost a game of Chess, somewhere along the game, you made a mistake." This game helps one develop a sense of pride in one's ability and boosts self-confidence.

It may improve social skills as well. Chess clubs offer support and coaching, which can help build relationships if one hasn't already. 

General Chess Rules for Beginners

Some of the basic rules are the names of each piece and their value. Pawns are worth 1 point, knights and bishops are worth 3 points, rooks are worth 5, the queen is worth 9, and the king generally has an infinite value since one has to protect it at all costs.

Pawns can move 1 or 2 spaces at the beginning of the game; knight pieces move in an L, bishops move diagonally, rooks move horizontally or vertically, and a queen can move like a bishop and a rook combined. The knight piece is the only one that can hop over opponent pieces. 

A general chessboard setup is pictured below. 

For those skeptical about Chess being boring, we have 3-minute and 1-minute time controls. Some people think Chess is long and drawn out, but modern Chess isn't the case anymore. We had slow Chess in the 1960s and 1970s, but blitz and bullet are the ways to go. Magnus Carlsen, a former world chess champion, hates slow time controls because he finds them stressful. 

The road to getting better at Chess is worthwhile. Improvement up the rating ladder may be challenging, but there are many great chess teachers on YouTube and the web, such as GM Hikaru Nakamura or even amateur Anna Cramling. 

I usually play on chess.com; you can probably search for my username, chesscats82, on the left-hand screen of the chess.com Home page. I would be happy to make you a friend!