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New year, new life, new goals... In the United Kingdom and the United States, one of the goals at the beginning of the year is o Dry january. the initiative of Alcohol Change UK, a British charity, which started in 2012 and in free translation means “dry January”, proposes a month without the consumption of alcoholic beverages to increase well-being. In addition to it, other campaigns such as “About October"and "dry july” are also propagated throughout the year, encouraging people to unite and challenge themselves to go 30 days without alcohol. But is it really worth giving up drinks on weekends? Check out! 2p6z4e
Alcohol Consumption: How Much Is Too Much? 691j4
Since the beginning of the pandemic, in March 2020, there has been an increase in the consumption of alcoholic beverages worldwide. According to a survey carried out by the Brazilian Liver Institute (Ibrafig), 55% of the Brazilian population frequently consume alcoholic beverages and 17,2% of the population increased their consumption of beverages during the period of social isolation. On occasion, according to the survey, a Brazilian usually consumes, on average, three doses of alcohol. This could represent 450 ml of wine or three cans of beer, for example.
It may not seem like much, but according to the specialist in Gastroenterology and Hepatology by Brazilian Medical Association, Liana Codes, this consumption is above that recommended by health agencies. The consumption considered adequate is below 14 grams of alcohol, equivalent to a dose of 45 ml of distillate, a 150 ml glass of wine or a can of beer, per day.
However, ers of what they usually call “moderate consumption” should also be concerned. According to World Health Organization (WHO), there is no pattern of alcohol consumption that is safe. That weekend drink can have long-term social, emotional and psychological impacts, as well as cardiovascular and brain consequences.
What happens during the 30 days without alcohol? 622639
Incredible as it sounds, the effects of alcohol on the body last beyond the terrible hangover. According to the WHO, the time for detoxification depends on the amount and time of consumption, age, weight, gender and genetic factors, in addition to health in general. However, a month without alcohol can already show significant changes in the body. And to demonstrate this, Dr. Harriet Bradley, medical director of Livic, a digital health provider, reported the effects of alcohol on the body during the period of abstinence over the course of each week.
First week: improves sleep and hydration 6m5158
The alcohol interfere with restorative sleep. So even when you sleep for long periods after having a few drinks, you may still feel tired when you wake up. Also, because it is a diuretic — it helps remove fluids from the blood via the kidney system — alcohol can quickly cause dehydration, which causes headaches and interferes with concentration and even physical performance, if you don't drastically increase your water intake.
Second week: improves acid reflux 6p1e3s
Alcohol consumption can greatly increase the stomach acid production, which damages the stomach lining and decreases the body's ability to get rid of bacteria. This can increase the chances of gastroesophageal reflux, known as acid reflux. The normalization of acid production in the body only occurs during the second week of abstinence, that is, if you drink all weekend, your body has no chance to recover.
Third week: reversal of liver damage and weight loss 363n72
Everyone knows that long-term excessive alcohol intake can lead to cirrhosis of the liver. This happens because alcohol contributes to the increased fat in the liver. And it's only after the third week of abstinence that the organ begins to regenerate, reducing inflammation and fat deposits. In addition, it is from this period onwards that you may notice a decrease in weight, especially around the waist. At alcoholic drinks are high in calories, drinking beer can be compared to eating chocolate: half a liter of beer has about 239 calories.
And if that wasn't enough, from 21 days without drinking, detoxing the body will also help regulate dopamine. You will have improvement in mood and in motivation. And even memory will benefit.
Fourth week: Lowering blood pressure and blood sugar v3bv
Consumption of alcoholic beverage raises blood pressure, and therefore increases the risk of developing deadly diseases, such as heart attack and stroke (stroke). And if you feel your skin reddened, stained or swollen, this could also be the effect of alcohol: it causes premature aging of the skin. It is only after stopping drinking for a month that there is a reduction in the tension in the arteries, and an improvement in the appearance of the skin, which becomes more vibrant, in addition, the level of blood sugar is also reduced during this period, decreasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Also, one benefit of spending time in sobriety is the savings! And you, will you accept the challenge?
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Sources: Daily Mail, CNN.
