Today’s Solutions: July 15, 2025

Taking a break from alcohol certainly has its benefits, but do you know specifically what happens to your body when you cut out alcohol for 30 days? The answer is a multi-faceted one, a break from alcohol can bring about benefits for your liver, heart, and body composition. Let’s take a look at the five biggest benefits of a month without alcohol.

Liver relief

Cirrhosis of the liver can occur over time in those who drink excessively. With excessive drinking, there are fatty changes in the liver. The good thing is these changes are reversible, with improvements in liver function occurring within weeks of going dry.

Decrease risk of cardiovascular disease

Alcohol is metabolized by the liver and an enzyme called dehydrogenases. However, when you drink in excess, the enzyme gets saturated and is metabolized by a different enzyme, which leads to the creation of lots of free radicals that can lead to blockages in your arteries. By abstaining from alcohol, you can avoid this from happening.

Reduce the risk of cancer

Alcohol is a known carcinogen, meaning it is known to increase a person’s risk of developing alcohol-associated cancer the more they drink.

Weight loss

While alcohol is high in calories, wine, beer, and mixed drinks also add sugar to one’s diet. Cut it out and you’ll be more likely to lose weight.

Boost brainpower

Drinking is known to bring about memory loss and interference with brain development. When you take a pause from alcohol, you might feel your brain working more favorably than before. 

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