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6 months sober

Not a badge — what has actually changed by 6 months without a drink, and who says so.

If cutting down feels unsafe or unmanageable, free and confidential help exists. NHS alcohol support.

What has happened so far

  1. 12 hours

    Blood alcohol zero

    Alcohol has cleared the bloodstream.

    NHS

  2. 1 day

    Blood sugar steadies

    Blood sugar begins to stabilise.

    NIAAA

  3. 2 days

    Rehydrating

    Dehydration reversing; headaches and fog start to lift.

    NHS

  4. 3 days

    Through the worst

    Withdrawal symptoms usually peak and then fade. Energy returns.

    NIAAA

  5. 7 days

    Sleep starts rebuilding

    REM sleep rebounds - often vivid and broken first. Deep, restful sleep takes weeks, not days.

    NHS

  6. 2 weeks

    Stomach settles

    Stomach lining recovers, reflux eases, weight often starts to drop.

    NHS

  7. 4 weeks

    Liver fat falls

    Liver fat can fall significantly. Skin clearer, eyes brighter.

    NHS

  8. 3 months

    Mind sharper

    Liver markers improve; concentration and memory sharpen.

    NIAAA

  9. 6 months

    Liver regenerating

    Substantial liver recovery where there is no permanent scarring.

    NIAAA

What is next

1 year

Long-term risk down

Blood pressure and liver disease risk notably lower.

NIAAA

And what it has saved you

At the app's default of £8 a day, 6 months without a drink is about £1,440 you did not spend. Put in your own figure — it takes a second.

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