Go sober for a month

Is it worth giving up booze for a month?

Every October and January people all across the U.K give up alcohol for a month. Congratulations if you are just finishing “Sober for October”. You may or may not be aware of the benefits you have given your body

·         Addressed your relationship with Alcohol. Doing a dry month may force you to stop and actually decide whether you want a drink where you normally would normally grab it without a second thought.

·         Getting up in the morning is easier. That’s because you aren’t increasing the alpha wave patterns in your brain—something that happens when your awake but resting...or drinking before bed. The reason that's bad: It leads to lighter sleep and seriously messes with the quality of sleep

·         Healthy eating habits. After a week or so it is common not to feel so hungry especially at night. You will be able to tell whether you really wanted food, needed some water, or simply felt bored Researchers have figured out why: One study found that women consume approximately 300 extra calories per day when they decide to indulge in a "moderate" amount of alcohol, and another found that when women had the equivalent of about two drinks, they ate 30 percent more food. Even a mild intoxication (so, feeling a slight buzz after that second glass) increased the brain's activity in the hypothalamus, making the women more sensitive to the smell of food and more likely to chow down.

·         Love your liver. Stopping the booze, even for a short period, can see immediate health benefits. Arguably the most important is how quickly your liver bounces back. Research has found that liver fat, a precursor to liver damage and a potential indicator of obesity, dropped by at least 15 percent (and nearly 20 for some) in those who gave up alcohol. Their blood glucose levels (which can determine your diabetes risk) also decreased by an average of 16 percent. So even though they didn't give up their pints for long, their bodies benefited immensely

·         Friendships feel more solid. One thing people can quickly realize a lot of their social life revolves around food and drinks. Whether it was celebrating a successful month of work at happy hour, or relaxing with a few beers while watching football, there was almost always a drink involved. A month of sobriety made things a bit more complicated because the default options were no longer available. Coming up with alternative plans can be a challenge and simply hanging with a glass of water or soft drink without feeling awkward may feel odd to start with. Well with your real friends,  You won’t  need alcohol as a crutch to enjoy each other's company

·         Your Skin can improve. After just a week of no booze, look out for a noticeable difference. Skin can be was smoother and less dry, and tone was more even. Alcohol can actually lower your skin's antioxidant levels, increasing your risk of damage from UV light, inflammation, and even premature aging, and it will help that you are increasing other fluid intake.

·         More money. Drinking is expensive—and it sneaks up on you. Whether it's a beer at the bar or a bottle of wine to take home, it can soon add up.

·         Reset. A month without alcohol helps you hit a reset button physically, mentally, and even socially. Plan to take some of the lessons with you, like checking if you actually want a drink, and planning fun outings that don't revolve around booze.