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What happens to your body if you stop drinking alcohol for Dry January

For Dry January, you don't consume any alcohol whatsoever for the month - and, most likely, you'll be thinking about how much better you're going to feel for it - and it's not all smooth sailing

For those taking on Dry January there's plenty to know (Image: No credit)He adds: "For example, if someone were to drink six glasses (175ml) of wine weekly (which is in line with the recommended amount of 14 units), this would equate to about 800 calories. He said: "However, over time these levels will start to reduce, which in turn lowers the amount of sexual drive a person will experience and could potentially lead to incidences of depression or anxiety." She explains that everyone's journey to sobriety is different, but research indicates that the first challenging symptoms begin to wane after about a week to ten days, leading to a boost in energy, mental clarity, and mood stability.

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