What happens to your body after one alcoholic drink as effects are 'immediate'
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During the month of January, many people across the world choose to quit drinking alcohol in a bid to improve their physical and mental health after the busy festive period. Dry January is a hugely popular initiative, with an estimated 8.8 million people in the UK taking part in 2023. But it's not just a time to give your health a boost - it's also a great opportunity to review your relationship with alcohol, and note the benefits of giving it up for one month.
Taking a break, even if it's just for a short time, can have noticeable effects. That's because an alcoholic drink can create immediate effects on your body, according to health experts Trevor Connor and Griffin McMath from The Paleo Diet. READ MORE: 'I'm a doctor - this is what happens to your body during Dry January'.
They recently lifted the lid on the impact that alcohol can have on your body, and how a break is a great way to create new, sustainable habits where drinking is concerned. And although it's true that drinking alcohol for years can create irreversible symptoms like fatty liver deposits, there are other side effects that are much more quick to appear.
They say that alcohol is a big trigger for inflammation in the body, which can lead to a number of chronic health conditions such as diabetes and cancer. Griffin explained: "Your first hangover, that's a cause of inflammation right there. You can even see it in people whose bodies have a hard time processing alcohol - you can see the flush in their faces.
