Man shares impact not drinking alcohol for 30 days had on body

A man who decided to quit boozing for 30 days has revealed the 'incredible' impact it had on his, mind, body and overall health.

Yep, while many of us might not want to hear it, there's no denying that too much alcohol isn't exactly good for us... and there are certainly benefits to going cold turkey.

Though the vibes of wine with the girls or cold pints while watching the World Cup may seem unmatched, it seems the long-term benefits of sobriety outweigh the drunken fun that comes with alcohol consumption.

And one man has proven this by documenting the impact 30 days of no alcohol had on his body.

YouTuber and entrepreneur Peter Roberts, from the US, admitted that previously he was 'that kid' on the weekends.

While many of us love a good drink, too much of it really isn't great for our health (Getty Stock Image)

"Thursday night, Friday night, Saturday night, always having a few drinks," he explained. "But I didn’t realise how bad alcohol was actually impacting my life."

He decided to stop drinking and wanted to 'focus on myself and try to improve my life', learning some incredible lessons in the process.

'Waking up without a hangover is the best feeling'

"First thing I realised was waking up 30 days without a hangover is literally the best feeling that anyone could ever experience," Roberts said.

He also said he got into the 'best shape of his life', adding: "I didn’t realise how a few drinks here and there actually added more fat to my body, made me feel less motivated, let me have less energy in life.

A YouTuber saw many benefits from giving up alcohol for 30 days, which included no hangovers (Getty Stock Image)

"Now, I feel the healthiest mentally and physically I’ve ever felt in my life."

And it turns out, he's not wrong.

Spire Healthcare explains that alcohol is high in calories - one gram of alcohol contains seven calories, compared to 1g of protein or carbohydrate, which contains four calories - meaning the more you consume, the more calories your body is taking in.

Of course, it's all about moderation and maintaining a healthy, balanced diet along with regular exercise - but there's no denying that consuming alcohol regularly can have an effect on your weight and overall wellbeing.

'The most fit spiritually, mentally and physically'

Roberts then outlined the changes he noticed in the 30 days booze-free, saying how he went from being 'skinny, not so muscular, very depressed and tired', to becoming 'the most fit spiritually, mentally and physically' - all because he gave up alcohol.

While many usually turn to alcohol when experiencing low mood or going through periods of stress, it's been proven that alcohol is not a good factor for our mental wellbeing.

He said he became 'the most fit spiritually, mentally and physically' after giving up booze (YouTube/Peter_Roberts01)

Although alcohol can help us feel relaxed initially, the effects are short-lived and can lead to long-term negative consequences.

Alcohol Change UK outlines how, over time, alcohol can:

• Lead to low mood and anxiety, making symptoms of many mental health problems worse
• Disrupt your sleep cycle, making you feel less rested and more vulnerable to mood changes
• Make hangovers particularly difficult, with the usual headache and nausea being accompanied by feelings of depression or anxiety

Please drink responsibly. If you want to discuss any issues relating to alcohol in confidence, contact Drinkline on 0300 123 1110, 9am–8pm weekdays and 11am–4pm weekends for advice and support.