According to oarhealth.com, nearly half of people who drink alcohol at least once a month (47 percent) reported they have tried Dry January. The middle ground has been dubbed “Damp January,” where the goal isn’t perfection, but reduction. The real winWhether you go dry, damp or zebra-striped, the point of Dry January is awareness. According to Dry January USA, committing to a single alcohol-free month can unlock lasting health benefits and improved mental clarity. They state Dry January isn’t just a challenge, but a “celebration of what’s possible when we focus on self-care and intentional living.”For more on the Dry January challenge, visit dryjanuaryusa.org.

Source: Forbes December 30, 2025 18:51 UTC