Dry January | Does sobriety result in better productivity?

Each time January comes back around, many Brits pledge to give up alcohol during ‘Dry January’, go to the gym or participate in activities such as ‘Veganuary’ as a form of 'health kick'. Yet, for the easily tempted, they aren’t able to make it past the first week of the month.

While these pledges may have a noticeable impact on personal happiness and wellbeing, there may be one New Year’s resolution that employers are keen for employees to engage with: Dry January.

What is Dry January?

The campaign, which is spearheaded by Alcohol Change UK, encourages people to give up alcohol for the whole month and to detox after an over-indulgent festive period. This is thought to aid weight loss and lower blood pressure.