From increased energy to better sleep, the benefits of giving up alcohol can improve your daily routine.
If youre feeling the need to press pause (or even stop!)
on your alcohol consumption, youre in good company.
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Missed out on Dry January?
Quitting alcohol for a month offers a mental and physical reset that can have surprisingly far-reaching benefits.
Here’s a look at what happens to your body when you stop drinking for 30 days.
The flip side of the coin: going without booze could dramatically improve your nighttime rest.
A2022 study, for example, looked specifically at the results of giving up alcohol for a month.
Its authors concluded that even people who werent 100 percent successful with abstaining reported better sleep.
Those who stayed sober for the whole month had even greater bedtime benefits.
You Might Have More Energy
Alcohol is a depressant.
This means that it slows down brain functioning and neural activity.
(Its no wonder we feel so chilled out after a glass of wine.)
Giving it up for 30 days can bring your energy levels back into balance!
Your Liver Will Thank You
We all know liquor isnt great for the liver.
So what happens to this detoxifying organ when you quit drinking alcohol?
It could actually function more efficiently.
See, when you over-imbibe, youre putting a strain on your liver.
But, like many of the bodys systems, the gut doesnt take too kindly to alcohol.
As an inflammatory agent, it causes damage to your cells.
Take it out of your diet and you could promote some serious cellular healing.
I believe 30 days is a significant enough block of time for this to make a difference.
In fact, its blurring effects are the opposite of emotional clarity.
Ditching drinks for 30 days could bring real improvements for emotional health.
Onestudyfound that peoples levels of stress and anxiety as well as their relationships got better when they embraced sobriety.
To ensure your success, surround yourself with friends and family who will support your alcohol-free journey.
(And if you believe you might have a problem with alcohol, seek help.
TheSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Serviceshotline is always available at 1-800-662-HELP(4357).)
Realize, too, that the path toward a healthier relationship with alcohol isnt necessarily linear.
Celebrate your wins and be sure to forgive yourself for any lapses.
Hang in therein the end, kicking the alcohol habit is worth it for your well-being.
