Jasmine Chiam, Author at Sunnyside

Everything you Need to Know About Alcohol Awareness in 2024

We’ll look into the role alcohol awareness plays in our day-to-day life and explore the different ways you can wield it as a powerful tool to build healthier and more mindful drinking practices.

10 Effects of a Dry(ish) January: A Week-by-Week Guide on What Happens to Your Body

Dry(ish) January is a popular reset option. Whether you choose to go sober or reduce your alcohol intake, expect both options to affect your body.

Fortunately, we have a good idea of how your body will react. We’ve tracked the progress, benefits, and outcomes of the more than 25,000 people who signed up for our 2023 Dry(ish) January challenge. Some participants chose to go completely dry for the month, while others cut back and designated dry days for each week.

80+ No and Low Alcohol Drinks to Get You Through Dry January

Whether you opt for a Dry or Dry(ish) January, you may encounter strong urges or cravings to drink alcohol. You might have the willpower to surf the urge out until it subsides, but this can prove to be difficult and frustrating.

The good news is that there are plenty of non-alcoholic and low-alcohol beverages that mimic the taste and flavors of their alcoholic counterparts.

15 Tips to Maximize Success During Dry(ish) January

Dry(ish) January, also known as Damp January, is pretty similar to Dry January. However, instead of going completely dry for the month, participants can set their own goals based on how they wish to improve their drinking habits.

35 Types of Drinkers: Where Do You Fall on The Alcohol Spectrum?

Whether you drink at pool parties or during night outs with friends—it’s helpful to know what category of drinkers you fall into. In this article, we’ll explore 35 different types of drinkers. We’ll also discuss the definition behind each one and look at some questions you can ask yourself to identify which type of drinker you are.

31 Days of Mindful Activities to Do During Dry(ish) January

Based on research, a month off alcohol can lead to higher energy levels, more financial savings, and noticeable improvements in hair and skin. Participants of this challenge also experienced a reduction in blood pressure, glucose levels, weight, and liver fat, as well as increased focus and sleep quality.

About Sunnyside

Sunnyside is a comprehensive platform for building a healthier relationship with alcohol. We combine a behavior-change app, real human coaching, and Sunnyside Med — our Telehealth service where licensed providers can prescribe medication to help reduce alcohol cravings. Members using the Sunnyside app report an average 33% reduction in weekly alcohol consumption, and Sunnyside Med customers are reducing their drinking by nearly 50% on average — along with improved sleep, better mental clarity, and an overall improved sense of well-being.

What is Naltrexone? Naltrexone is a medication that works by blocking opioid receptors in the brain, which reduces the pleasurable effects of alcohol and helps decrease cravings. Originally approved by the FDA in 1994 for the treatment of alcohol dependence, Naltrexone has been shown in clinical studies to significantly reduce heavy drinking days and support long-term moderation. Sunnyside Med prescribes a compounded oral formulation containing Naltrexone as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes coaching, tracking, and ongoing medical support.

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