Dr. Plank's Weight Loss & Nutritional Nuggets

January 16th-20th, 2023 Weight Loss Reboot Summit Why should you consider giving up alcohol? Dry January is a popular health trend. The idea is simple — give up alcohol for a month and reap the benefits. The goal of Dry January is to get people to see how much they drink and how it affects their lives. Many people find that by giving up alcohol for a month, they feel healthier, more energetic, and more productive at work. It's not just about giving up alcohol for a month — it's about making healthy lifestyle changes that will last long after January ends. Here are some of the health benefits you can expect from giving up alcohol: Better sleep:      Alcohol disrupts sleep patterns because it stimulates the production of adrenaline and cortisol, two hormones that affect the brain chemical      serotonin. Serotonin helps regulate sleep cycles, so when it's disrupted by drinking too much alcohol, it can make falling asleep more difficult. Less anxiety:  &n