{"id":7280,"date":"2022-12-30T17:08:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T17:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.better2know.co.uk\/blog\/?p=7280"},"modified":"2022-11-23T17:11:51","modified_gmt":"2022-11-23T17:11:51","slug":"is-not-drinking-for-a-month-good-for-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.better2know.co.uk\/blog\/is-not-drinking-for-a-month-good-for-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Not Drinking for a Month Good for Me?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The months of November and December are filled with lots of holiday parties, get-togethers, and special events. If you\u2019re like most people, that means that you\u2019ll be tossing back quite a few more drinks than usual. While holiday drinks are all in good fun, an excess of alcohol can leave you feeling run down and may even cause you to have questions about your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nidirect.gov.uk\/articles\/how-alcohol-affects-your-health\">overall well-being<\/a>. If that sounds familiar, you\u2019re not alone. \u201cDry January\u201d is a trending challenge that empowers you to get full health and re-focus on new goals for 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2>What is Dry January?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry January centres around making changes for the better. It\u2019s not aimed at shaming people or depriving them of the joys in life. Instead, it\u2019s about taking something back. In exchange for going one month without drinking, you get to clear your head, give your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/liver-disease-applying-all-our-health\/liver-disease-applying-all-our-health\">liver<\/a> a break, rejuvenate your skin\u2019s vibrancy, boost your energy levels, and take steps to become the \u201cyou\u201d that you want to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"627\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.better2know.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/drinking-not-good.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.better2know.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/drinking-not-good.jpg 627w, https:\/\/www.better2know.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/drinking-not-good-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><figcaption>Non-alcoholic months are available<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>Why Should I Try Being Sober for a Month?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are lots of reasons why people throughout the UK choose to participate in the Dry January challenge. For some, it\u2019s a way to \u201cdetox\u201d their bodies. For others, it\u2019s about kicking the new year off to the best possible start. It\u2019s a personal journey, though, and everyone\u2019s goals will be unique. But regardless of your own reasons, giving it a try can result in the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Improved sleep habits<\/li><li>Clearer thinking<\/li><li>Increased energy<\/li><li>Positive weight changes<\/li><li>Healthier skin<\/li><li>Financial savings<\/li><li>Improved liver function<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>Can I Ever Drink Again?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s your choice, and that\u2019s the whole point! Dry January isn\u2019t about saying you can never drink again. During this 31-day journey, you\u2019re simply making the conscious choice not to pick up a bottle. Especially after a holiday season of indulgence, drinking becomes a habit or a default that we don\u2019t even think about. By using the month of January as a reset, you\u2019ll become more aware of and in control of your decisions so that you can make better, more self-aware choices going forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Is Dry January Safe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/alcohol-misuse\/\">binge drinking<\/a> quite a lot, it\u2019s important to realize that suddenly stopping drinking can be dangerous. In cases like these, it\u2019s best to consult with a doctor to talk about how you can safely change your habits. Look out for dangerous withdrawal symptoms, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Hand tremors\/shaking<\/li><li>Excessive sweating<\/li><li>Seizures<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Depression<\/li><li>Severe anxiety<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any concerns about your ability to stop drinking safely, reach out for help. In addition to scheduling an appointment with your GP, it\u2019s smart to test your liver for healthy functioning. The liver can take a heavy beating after excessive drinking, and a test will show you if it has suffered any harm from alcohol. The sooner liver function issues are detected, the sooner you can start making lifestyle changes and returning it (and your whole body) to maximum health. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.better2know.co.uk\/shop\/products\/home-testing-kits\/liver-function-test\">Order your test<\/a> today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The months of November and December are filled with lots of holiday parties, get-togethers, and special events. If you\u2019re like most people, that means that you\u2019ll be tossing back quite a few more drinks than usual. 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