The excesses made during the end of the year celebrations push some of us to opt for a detox cure in January. We put aside high-calorie dishes, we go back to sport and above all… we stop drinking. This last initiative would have far greater benefits than we think, according to a recent study carried out by the University of Sussex, England. Indeed, she claims that staying completely sober in January would have benefits through August, largely because it encourages drinking less once the “withdrawal” period is over. To reach this conclusion, Dr. Richard de Visser, who teaches psychology at the faculty, observed the alcohol consumption of 800 people who remained sober in January 2018. In the months that followed, participants went from 4.3 days of alcohol consumption per week to 3.3 and also reduced the amount ingested from 8.6 units to 7.1 per day (a glass of wine contains 2 to 3 depending on it is big or medium).
“Just quitting alcohol for a month helps people drink less in the long run. In August, they drink one less day per week on average explains Dr. de Visser, who also points out that the initiative saves money and restores better quality sleep. And the improvements from a health perspective are tangible:67% of people who tried the experiment had more energy, 58% lost weight and 57% regained a higher level of concentration. “These changes were also seen in participants who failed to stay completely sober throughout the month, but they were less obvious “, continues the scientist. Founder of Change Alcohol UK, Dr Richard Piper, 100% endorses 'Dry January':'Being alcohol free for 31 days shows we don't need to drink for ourselves have fun, relax or socialize. This allows you to make better decisions the rest of the year and avoid drinking more than you really want ". So, ready to give it a shot?
