Going booze-free can result in some major health benefits.
Sure, enjoying a trendy cocktail at happy hour is a fun thing to do.
Alcohol is a depressant, meaning that ingesting it can slow brain function.
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It can even result in short sleep duration and snoring.
One reason this may occur is thatalcohol can reduce melatonin secretionin the brain.
GABA is a chemical naturally produced by the body that helps your mind relax and fall asleep.
Finally, alcohol ingestion can negatively impact the action ofdopaminea neurotransmitter and hormone that also affects your sleep.
Poor gut health and microbiota imbalance can ultimately weaken one aspect of how our body protects us from illness.
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.
So, have some fun trying out some mocktail recipes.
From abooze-free mojitoto astrawberry shrub mocktail, the options are endless.
