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Start the New Year with a healthier lifestyle - join Dry January and make this your healthiest year yet!
Welcome to Dry January on Jan. 1! This is the perfect time of year to challenge yourself to a month without alcohol and reap all the benefits that come with it. The term 'Dry January' originated with Emily Robinson, a young woman who abstained from alcohol for a month to enhance her preparation for her debut half marathon. It eventually was trademarked by Alcohol Change UK, and has become an international phenomenon since then, with many people around the world taking part every year. It's also a great way to kick off the new year by resetting your body and mind, improving your sleep quality, boosting your energy levels, and even saving some money! So why not give it a go and make this Dry January one to remember?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Dry January</div><div class='timeline-text'>Emily Robinson decides to give up alcohol for a month before running a half marathon. She enjoys the benefits and shares her experience, leading to the creation of Dry January.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Alcohol Change UK's Involvement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UK charity Alcohol Change UK begins to involve in Dry January, helping to promote the initiative and encouraging more people to participate.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Large-scale Promotion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Alcohol Change UK launches its first large-scale promotion of Dry January, reaching 4 million people in the UK.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dry January App Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Dry January app is released providing support, tips, and benefits of the campaign to participants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Growing Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 2020, Dry January was recognized globally with millions of participants across different countries.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make mocktails</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mocktails are a great way to get the same taste and feel of a cocktail without the alcohol. Get creative and experiment with different combinations of juices, syrups and garnishes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try new teas</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Tea is a great non-alcoholic way to relax and enjoy. There are thousands of different varieties of tea and herbal blends to choose from. Try something new!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a game night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends for an evening of fun and games. There are so many board games, card games, and party games to choose from, you'll never be bored.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Dry January challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself and your friends to complete one or more Dry January activities such as trying out new recipes, reading a new book, or learning a new language.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a potluck dinner</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get friends and family together for a potluck dinner where everyone brings their favorite food dish and beverage. It can be a great way to celebrate the season without alcohol.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes sobriety</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the main benefits of Dry January is that it encourages people to reconsider their relationship with alcohol. Taking a break and seeing what life is like without it can help individuals gain perspective and awareness about how drinking affects them both physically and mentally.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It improves physical health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Going alcohol-free for one month has numerous benefits to overall health, including weight loss, improved sleep patterns, increased energy levels, clearer skin and better digestion. In addition, abstaining from drinking can help to reduce the risk of hypertension and heart disease over time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It enhances mental wellbeing</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Declining an alcoholic beverage may also lead to mental and emotional improvements such as reduced anxiety and improved mood. Additionally, detoxing from alcohol can have a positive effect on psychological functioning, enabling people to think more clearly and objectively about the decisions they make in their lives.</p></div></div>
Dry January is celebrated on January 1 every year. In 2024, Dry January will start on a Monday.
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