This article is part of Dry January, Straight Up, your no-BS guide to cutting out alcohol for 31 days—or longer. SELF will be ...

Dry January was easy-peasy. Not everyone is in that same boat. A big challenge oftentimes is that you are perniciously tempted to drink. Co-workers are going out to a bar after work and invite you ...

"It is a great chance to hit the reset button after so many holiday ... of participating in Dry January this year, there are some health factors to consider before ditching alcohol for an entire ...

had fewer drinks when they did drink and were drunk less often six months after Dry January was completed. Dry January participants were also better able to refuse alcoholic drinks. These benefits ...

Some benefits of Dry January include improved sleep, weight loss, and increased energy. People struggling with heavy alcohol use should consult a medical professional before participating.

After weeks of festive celebrations and back-to-back drinking, millions will be giving up alcohol for Dry January ... not drinking can be seen and felt before the 31 days are up and can contribute ...

Participants often report feeling healthier, clearer, and more energized after just a month of ... consult with a healthcare provider before beginning Dry January. For some, gradually reducing ...

Dry January began in 2013 as a campaign by the U.K.-based charity Alcohol Change UK. It encourages people to stop drinking for a month, aiming for a rest after the often indulgent holiday season.

Experts are concerned about a potential pitfall of Dry January, saying it could cause ... The expert advice comes after the US Surgeon General advised that a cancer warning should be printed ...

Many people find that after a month without drinking, they feel more in control of their emotions and experience improved social interactions. Dry January isn’t just for heavy drinkers.

Dry January is a somewhat ... alcohol for the month of January. In general, cutting back on alcohol consumption is a good idea for our health, especially after the holidays from Thanksgiving ...

The study looked at 4,232 adults who had signed up to participate in Dry January. Participants were surveyed just before the start of the challenge, with follow-up surveys conducted in the first ...