Discover the health benefits of Dry January, from better sleep and improved energy to weight loss and clearer skin. See why skipping alcohol for a month matters.

Drinking alcohol has been linked to diseases ranging in impact from headaches, to cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Many people participating in Dry January may notice various health benefits, such as healthier bowel movements and better sleep, this month. The benefits can be substantial and help you determine whether you want to reintroduce alcohol in February.

January is a cold, merciless return to reality after the holidays. So instead of going totally dry, make it a Dry Martini January with one of these lesser-known gins.

Despite seeing 8 days of snow so far this January, we've only picked up the amount of rain that would fall in about 2 summertime thunderstorms. That's mostly because of how cold the air has been.

With the relentless bad news about alcohol, cannabis retailers are wooing drinkers. “Relax & unwind without the hangover,” reads one come-on.

Emily Krasnenkova, of Firelake Grill House and Cocktail Bar, shares some zero-proof cocktails.