What are the Benefits of Dry January? 

Dry January

Dry January has gained immense popularity in recent years as individuals look to reassess their relationship with alcohol and place greater emphasis on their mental and physical well-being. Taking a break from drinking for just one month offers numerous health benefits that extend well beyond January. For some, it’s a health-conscious decision. For others, it’s…

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How to Stay Sober During Dry January: Tips and Strategies

Staying Sober in Dry January

Committing to Dry January is one of the most powerful ways you can hit the reset button on your relationship with alcohol. If you complete it, you’ll be able to prove to yourself that you can lead an alcohol-free life, equipping you with the necessary skills to ditch alcohol again in future, or maybe even…

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Love Island’s Dr Alex Has Reached 6 Months Alcohol Free

love island dr alex sober

Dr Alex George was launched into the spotlight when he appeared on Love Island’s 4th series, the reality dating show. Prior to his Love Island journey, he had begun his career in Emergency Medicine and worked as an A&E doctor at a hospital in London. Alex remained committed to his professional aspirations and stuck to…

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Patterns and Signs of Alcohol Dependence

A woman sat despondent on the floor: patterns and signs of alcohol dependence

Alcohol dependence is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterised by a strong and often uncontrollable desire to drink alcohol, even when it causes harm to one’s health, relationships, and overall life. If left untreated, alcohol dependence can lead to a range of negative consequences, including liver damage,…

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The Importance of Nutrition in Addiction Recovery

Nutrition and Addiction

Addiction is a complex disease that affects both the mind and body. While traditional addiction treatments such as therapy and support groups can address the psychological and emotional aspects of addiction, proper nutrition is often overlooked in the recovery process. However, the truth is that good nutrition is critical for recovery from addiction. A balanced…

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Why Not Try Dry January? 

Dry January & its benefits

As we approach the end of another year, we all start to look ahead towards the festive season and January. The question is…will you be considering Dry January?  Dry January originated in the UK as a public health campaign in 2013 and has since become a global phenomenon for Alcohol Change UK, the charity heading…

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Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler Has Relapsed

rock singer, Steven Tyler, has relapsed.

Steven Tyler, singer for the rock band Aerosmith, has relapsed. This relapse has sadly meant the band have had to cancel their June and July gigs in Las Vegas, leaving fans saddened by this and the news of Steven. For over a decade now Steven has been sober. His last visit to rehab was in…

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Can I Quit Drinking Without Rehab?

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Are you looking to cut down your alcohol consumption or completely quit drinking? Are you wondering whether or not you can do this without the need for rehab? Quitting alcohol can be a difficult task, and there are many obstacles that you will face along the way and for this reason, it is not advisable…

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How to Live with an Alcoholic in Denial

A woman sat despondent on the floor: patterns and signs of alcohol dependence

If you are living with someone who refuses to acknowledge their unhealthy relationship with alcohol, it can be incredibly draining and often, you’ll come stuck on what to do or where to turn to. However, New Leaf Recovery offers advice on the practical things you can do to make your situation easier. There are many…

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The Changes Dry January Can Have On Your Body and Mind

Heart and Mind

If you have set yourself up for the challenge ‘dry January’, reading this, you will be 12 days or more into successfully completing the challenge. After two weeks of being alcohol free, there are many changes that you will start to notice within your mind and body. These include: Weight loss Consistently drinking alcohol adds…

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