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Setting goals for the new year: finding your balance with alcohol
The start of a new year feels like a clean slate—a chance to reflect, reset, and map out what you want the next 12 months to look like. For many people, this can be a great time to re-evaluate aspects of your lifestyle, including your relationship with alcohol. Whether you’re keen to cut back, take
Sobering Science: What hinders or helps people maintain drinking goals?
If you or someone you know has struggled with drinking alcohol, you’re probably familiar with the challenge of staying cut down or quitting long-term. Relapse, or returning to drinking after a period of not drinking, is a common part of the journey for many (if not most) people. But what actually influences whether someone relapses?

What happens when you stop or reduce drinking? A timeline of benefits.
We often hear about the risks of alcohol, from poor sleep to increased disease risk, but what positive changes happen when we stop? Whether you’re taking a break or cutting back, your body and mind begin to thank you almost immediately. In our latest piece published in The Conversation, we’ve unpacked what happens when you

Taking a break from booze can spark a cultural shift
So, you’re thinking of changing things up? Maybe giving Dry July a go? That’s great! Whether you’re committed to a set time off or you’re just testing the waters, choosing to take a break from alcohol is a powerful step toward better health and a clearer mind. But it’s not just about you. Your decision
Sobering Science: Can probiotics help with alcohol problems?
We’ve been hearing more and more about ‘gut health’ in the media over the past several years. Discussion about the relationship between gut microbiome (the wide range of organisms that live in the digestive system) and physical and mental well-being is becoming increasingly mainstream. We know that alcohol messes with our gut, liver, and
Sobering Science: Can shift work affect how people drink?
Most of us can leave work behind after business hours, but many of us work shift work, or we know someone who does. In Australia, about 1.4 million people work outside normal business hours, which is around 16% of the total workforce. Some of these people hold down multiple jobs. Their particular challenges have been
Shaping Healthy Habits: Men’s Health and a Balanced Relationship with Alcohol
Let’s face it – life gets busy, stress piles up, and sometimes, having a drink can feel like a quick way to unwind. For many men, alcohol is tied to catching up with mates, celebrating milestones, or winding down after a long day. But when that habit starts affecting your health or headspace, it might