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.

At its core, Dry January is all about gathering information about your relationship with alcohol, said Joseph Schacht, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine who studies treatment for alcohol and addictive disorders.

The takeaway? If you want to improve your sleep, boost your energy levels, and be in a better mood, consider embarking on a Dry February. Or a Dry January 15 to February 14. The key is to go as dry as possible for a month.

With the rising cost of alcohol and the extra spending it often entails, cutting out alcohol could save you hundreds or even thousands over the course of a month or year.

Many people make resolutions for the new year and January is known as Dry January. A Maine doctor talks about the health benefits of taking part.