Wondering what happens to your body when you stop drinking alcohol? It’s fascinating how quickly your body reacts to things, both added and removed from your diet.
It was fascinating to find out all the things that occurred when I gave up soda, so next on my list was quitting alcohol. I wouldn’t say I have given it up completely, because I assume there will come a time soon where I may partake in a glass of wine at dinner or a cold beer on a summer day. But for now, I’m just kind of over the stuff.
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Being sober is a current Hollywood trend and one of the few I can get behind. So let’s take a look at what happens on the inside when you go sober and quit drinking alcohol.
Here’s What Happens When You Stop Drinking Alcohol
Your Blood Pressure Lowers
If high blood pressure is a concern of yours like it is for millions of people, cutting out alcohol is one sure-fire way to start to drop those numbers. Within just a few weeks of quitting alcohol, your blood pressure may lower.
This study showed after a month of alcohol abstinence, male heavy drinkers significantly reduced their blood pressure and heart rate. This could be one of the easiest ways to help maintain a healthy blood pressure.
You’ll Sleep Better
Did you know that alcohol can reduce melatonin secretion in your brain? This can often result in a poor quality of sleep. Sure, it feels sometimes like drinking helps you fall asleep easily, but you don’t get actually get any good sleep.
Moderate amounts of alcohol reduced sleep quality by 24% and high amounts reduced sleep quality by 39%. (Source article on sleep & alcohol.)
Your Liver Begins To Heal
The liver is an extremely important organ that is responsible for things like filtering toxins and regulating your cholesterol. According to NHS, each time your liver filters alcohol, some of the liver cells die. If you have fatty liver disease, your liver can heal itself in just two weeks if you give up alcohol since this organ is so resilient.
