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By now you have probably all heard about the ‘Go Sober for October' on behalf of the MacMillan Cancer charity. Thousands of adults all over the UK and beyond are shelving booze for 31 days in order to raise much needed funds for this incredible cause. It is kind of a no brainer because as well as changing people's lives, these generous souls are doing their bodies a terrific favour as well. Alcohol may be a lot of fun when enjoyed in moderation, but it certainly can take its' toll on our physical wellbeing.
5 Bad Things about Booze
Nobody likes being a party pooper but surely staying healthy and well is pretty important? Here are 5 scary facts about the way that alcohol can adversely affect our health when we drink too much:
Alcohol is actually a poison and once we take too much of this into our bodies, bad things may start to happen such as severe dehydration, vomiting, low blood sugar levels and nerve control issues.
Regular drinking of large amounts of alcohol has been known to increase the chances of us developing cancer.
Although we sometimes believe that alcohol offers a way to relax, it can also act as a depressant and this is before the hangover starts to kick in.
Alcohol can increase stress and anxiety especially if we start to become dependent on this source.
Alcoholism is a disease that has ruined hundreds of thousands of lives and that includes the dependents and spouses who have never even touched a drop!
5 Great Things about Water
Dropping booze from your daily intake may not prove to be that easy, but switch that wine or beer for some lovely cool water and your body will be extremely happy with your new life. Here are 5 benefits that your new habit can bring to the table:
If you drink the daily recommended amount of water, your skin and hair will start to look better than ever before.
Although our bodies are made up of 70% of water, drinking plenty of this wonderful resource can help us to lose weight when part of a calorie controlled diet.
By staying hydrated, you will have far less chance of developing arthritis and even cancer and heart disease will be kept at bay!
Drinking water will flush harmful toxins out of your body and will also increase your metabolism to boot!
Finally – Our brains contain 80% water, the same as a healthy living tree! So make sure you keep it refreshed.
It's Not Too Late to Join Them!
Sober October has already kicked off, but it is not too late to step up to the plate and start raising money for those who need it more than we do! Switch to water and start living your life to the full once more!
By now you have probably all heard about the ‘Go Sober for October' on behalf of the MacMillan Cancer charity. Thousands of adults all over the UK and beyond are shelving booze for 31 days in order to raise much needed funds for this incredible cause. It is kind of a no brainer because as well as changing people's lives, these generous souls are doing their bodies a terrific favour as well. Alcohol may be a lot of fun when enjoyed in moderation, but it certainly can take its' toll on our physical wellbeing.
5 Bad Things about Booze
Nobody likes being a party pooper but surely staying healthy and well is pretty important? Here are 5 scary facts about the way that alcohol can adversely affect our health when we drink too much: