Overview
- Dry January, launched by Alcohol Change UK in 2013, has grown widely with many participants now in the United States.
- Doctors and recent summaries report deeper sleep, higher energy and improved concentration within weeks of abstinence.
- Four weeks without alcohol can start to lower blood pressure and heart rate and is linked to improved insulin sensitivity and better cholesterol trends over time.
- Studies cited in coverage show reduced liver stiffness after a month, with many people also noticing clearer, better‑hydrated skin and a stronger immune response.
- Benefits vary by prior drinking and lifestyle, and heavy daily drinkers are urged to taper or seek medical care because abrupt withdrawal can be dangerous.