Expert claims that drinking non-alcoholic beverages ‘may enhance cravings

According to Alcohol Change UK, 8.8 million individuals were planning to take part in Dry January this year. That’s why the market for beer without any alcohol has increased by 219% in the run-up to this month.

Non-alcoholic or low-ABV drinks may seem like a safe choice for people participating in the challenge, but Martin Preston, founder, and CEO of private recovery facility Delamere has shown why this is not the case.

Reportedly, drinking mocktails and other alcohol-free cocktails might make you want for the high that comes from drinking the real thing. Due to the fact that these beverages taste the same without inducing inebriation, they might lead you to give up on your Dry January goals prematurely and drink again before the month is out.

For individuals who are trying to give up alcohol entirely, Preston’s claim that certain supposedly “alcohol-free” drinks contain trace amounts of alcohol may come as a surprise. He cautioned against ingesting too much of them since developing a tolerance to such big amounts of alcohol might lead to binge drinking at the end of the month.

While resolving to drink less in the new year may be a good resolution, taking an “all or nothing” stance may make it harder to maintain your sobriety. It has also been shown that participating in Dry January is not only unproductive but can really have the opposite impact and make you feel worse.

For some people, developing a long-term, positive connection with alcohol can be achieved by gradual, moderate consumption. The “damp” lifestyle movement has gained traction on the internet.

Limiting your alcohol consumption is another helpful technique for controlling cravings and allowing you to safely enjoy low- or no-alcohol alternatives. This means you may drink alcohol for its flavor without worrying as much about its negative health effects or the subsequent hangover.