Dry January Benefits and Forming Healthy Habits

What is dry January? You may have heard of it but it's more than just a challenge. Learn the benefits and even get dry January tips for a healthy start to your year.

By Monica Cull
Jan 4, 2024 8:30 PMJan 4, 2024 8:36 PM
Dry January marked on calendar
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After the champagne bubbles have fizzled down on New Year's Day, many people participate in the sober challenge, "dry January." This sober challenge marks a distinct shift to a mindful, health-focused start to the year.

There are significant health benefits to dry January, but keeping this commitment is sometimes difficult. The positive impacts that take part in dry January can help your health, habits, and attitudes towards alcohol. The challenge may be easier for some than others, but there are resources available to help you stay on track and even form healthy drinking habits.

What Is Dry January?

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