Now researchers say there's evidence that cutting out alcohol, even just for a month, can have benefits that last well into the year.
It helps to be clear about your goal to make it a habit, said Wakeman, an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. Additional motivation can come from the health gains you can make from reducing or eliminating alcohol, experts say. "That's where I think 'dry January' has kind of caught on," Wakeman said. "If you publicly state you're going to do something, you're more likely to stick with it than if you keep it to yourself."Drinking is often associated with social gatherings or fun times. That can train your brain to see alcohol as a positive. You can combat those urges by replacing your drink of choice with something equally festive or flavorful, experts say.
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