Going booze-free can result in some major health benefits.
Yet, going alcohol-free has been increasing in popularity.
How Much Alcohol Is Too Much?
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Consuming excessive amounts of alcohol increases your risk of suffering from poor sleep quality.
It can even result in short sleep duration and snoring.
Finally, alcohol ingestion can negatively impact the action of dopaminea neurotransmitter and hormone that also affects your sleep.
Drinking even small amounts of alcohol can have a temporary diuretic effect.
By retaining water andstaying hydrated,your whole body will feel better.
“Our bodies are entirely dependent on water,” Raichbach said.
“Every cell in our body uses water in one way or another.
It’s essential for circulation, maintaining body temperature, and helps to get rid of waste.
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So, have some fun trying out some mocktail recipes.
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