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Alcohol Free April Anyone?

6 min readMar 29, 2025

Spring is the perfect reset time.

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Alcohol-Free April: A 30-Day Spring Detox for Mind and Body

Spring is the time of plans and projects — Leo Tolstoy

Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Reset

As winter fades and the cherry trees burst into bloom, spring offers the perfect opportunity for renewal. It’s a time when many people declutter their homes, refresh their routines, and embrace healthier habits. One of the most powerful ways to reset both body and mind is by taking a 30-day break from alcohol — hence, the growing popularity of Alcohol-Free April.

Unlike Dry January, which follows the excesses of the holiday season, Alcohol-Free April aligns with the spirit of rejuvenation. With longer days, increased motivation, and a focus on wellness, this month-long detox can be a game-changer for those looking to reassess their relationship with alcohol.

I love to start foraging for spring greens like nettles and dandelion and especially wild garlic around this time. A real treat is Wild Garlic Risotto which I am now making with Cauliflower Rice to make it Keto and lashings of butter and parmesan.

Starting Keto meant taking a complete break from my beloved wine which I have, you will be pleased (I hope) to know I have reduced to a…

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Sabrina Vallis
Sabrina Vallis

Written by Sabrina Vallis

Sobriety writer. NLP Master Practitioner and Nutritionist. Current research: Addiction and the Brain: Ways to Heal. Neuroscience helps us quit.

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