Sure, drinking may be all fun and games in the moment, but how great is it the next day? There are definitely some benefits to drinking. People are naturally more sociable, and therefore are more willing to take risks and do things they normally wouldn't. Most of the time, that's not a good thing. But in some rare cases, it actually can be. Alcohol can also help people relax after a long day. And surprisingly, it even has a few health benefits.
Drinking can make you feel young. It reminds people of parties and the good old college days. But at regardless of how it makes you feel, too much alcohol will actually decrease your life expectancy. Not only do the health disadvantages outweigh the benefits, but the overall advantages of not drinking in general are far greater, too. Here are five benefits of not drinking.
1. No hangovers
Has any human being on the face of the earth ever say "I actually enjoy hangovers"? I think we can all agree the overwhelming answer is absolutely not. Even if you love the drinking and the partying, no one likes the consequences that follow. Headaches, nausea, loss of sleep, and all the other terrible hangover symptoms are certainly no one's idea of a good time. One of the biggest benefits of not drinking is getting to actually enjoy the morning after. You can have fun all night long, but you won't regret it a few hours later!
2. You'll make memories you actually remember
Not only will you avoid the hangover regrets, but you'll also enjoy the actual night of fun a whole lot more. You'll be able to have a good time, while also knowing that you'll still remember it all the next day. What's the point of making memories if you have to hear about them from someone else's point of view? Not drinking allows you to make them AND remember them all for yourself. The main reason people go to parties and drink in the first place is to make new friends and create mementos to look back on. And it may seem crazy, but you can make just as fun and unforgettable memories even if you're sober. Sometimes, they may actually be more fun!
3. Overall, it's way healthier
Yes, there are a few health benefits to consuming moderate amounts of alcohol. But at the end of the day, there are far more health advantages to not drinking. Almost everyone knows that alcohol causes liver damage, risk of heart disease, and poor memory. But giving up alcohol can also lead to better sleep, improve digestion, and give you more energy. Alcohol doesn't just hurt your body because of hangovers. It overall disrupts your immune system, which directly leads to other types of sickness. Alcohol may make you feel good in the moment, but it'll hurt your body more in the end.
4. It's also a lot cheaper
Abstaining from alcohol will not only be easier on your body, but your wallet will be thanking you, too. Alcohol is not cheap by any means. Adding one drink to your meals can increase your bill by eight to ten bucks. And if you intend to have more than one, then your total really starts to reach new heights. Sticking to water or even soda is an easy way save money. It may seem a little boring. But think about all of the fun things you could use that money for instead! So if you're tight on money or are struggling to save, consider giving up alcohol. You'll be surprised at how quickly that savings account starts to add up.
5. If you don't start, you never have to quit
We all know the key to alcohol is moderation. But we also all know that the slope between moderate and severe can be very slippery. Giving up alcohol might be one of the hardest addictions a person could overcome (second only to smoking). But similar to smoking, the easiest way to quit is to never begin in the first place. And the longer you go without drinking, the less tempting it becomes. You might even be surprised at how hard it is to get back into it. So in the wise words of my Grandma, if you don't start, then you never have to quit.
