When the immediate rewards of drinking or smoking are blocked, people report reduced craving for alcohol or cigarettes. (uchospitals.edu)
Now when I get a strong craving for alcohol, I can «satisfy» it by having a few starchy carbs. (perfecthealthdiet.com)
They just have a physical and mental craving for alcohol that can not be controlled without the help of the 12 steps and a higher power. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)