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Want to be happier in life? Simply quit alcohol

Quitting alcohol is good for your mental health, finds study. Here are other health benefits saying no to alcohol.

Written by Editorial Team | Updated : July 9, 2019 1:02 PM IST

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Alcohol

Quitting alcohol can have numerous benefits on your physical health but it is now found that it can have positive effects on your mental health also. A study that was published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal stated that quitting alcohol may have mental benefits. For the study a mix of non-drinkers and moderate drinkers was taken as a sample. Their mental and physical well-being were measured by scoring them on a scale of 0 to 100 and followed up to a four-year period. The results of the study showed that during the beginning of the study the highest level of mental well-being was among men and women who were lifetime abstainers. The results also showed that women who were moderate drinkers and had quit drinking during the study experienced improvements in mental well being. Their levels of mental well- being were found to be very close to the levels of lifetime abstainers. Putting down that glass can have more than just mental health benefits. They will lead to improvements in your physical health while ensuring fewer cardiovascular issues among others. So here are some health benefits that you can reap if you say no to alcohol.

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Better Skin

Glowing skin: Alcohol can dehydrate you and make your skin cells lose its lustre. Saying no to alcohol can help your skin get better.

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Social Confidence

Social confidence: If you are somebody who depends on alcohol at social gatherings, quitting can help you enjoy the company of the people around you in a much better way. You will be able to connect with them better and face the world with heightened confidence. Also Read - Tuberculosis in eyes: Early symptoms and when to seek help

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Fitness

Enhanced fitness levels: Alcohol can affect your hydration, motor skills and even muscle recovery. Quitting can help you attain your desired body composition and better your muscle recovery process.