As we be taught extra concerning the methods alcohol affects the body, sober curiosity solely continues to develop. Which implies many individuals are moving into their first days of “Dry January” this week—and for good motive. In a 2016 research from Well being Psychology, people who participated in Dry January1 reported sleeping higher, saving cash, losing a few pounds, having extra power, and even having the ability to focus higher. A 2018 research added improvements in insulin resistance, blood strain, and cancer-related progress elements to the listing. And though the apply is momentary, many individuals report nonetheless ingesting lower than earlier than six months later.