Find Station
Ryan Seacrest

Ryan Seacrest

Ryan is quite simply one of the most influential, well-regarded, and well-known names in Hollywood. He is the quintessential Hollywood insider who...Full Bio

 

Here Are the Best Reasons to Do 'Dry January' for Your Health

For all the health-conscious peeps out there, the start of a new year also means an attempt at Dry January. So, after indulging in the holidays, is there a benefit to going sober for the month? According to the experts, yes.

Outside of saving money, you give your liver a break and you save calories, Sisanie shared on-air. (A can of beer is around 154 calories while a 5-ounce serving of wine is around 123 calories. Sake, whiskey, vodka, rum and gin tend to be under 100 calories, but can add up.)

Photo: Credit: OAWRS

Avoiding alcohol could potentially improve your digestive system too. Plus, you sleep better!

Listen back for more benefits in the video above. Will you be attempting dry January?