It may not be a new health trend, but Millie Mackintosh he is the latest celebrity to admit he has been alcohol-free for the past 12 weeks. The sober celebrity even admitted that she helped control her anxiety.
The former Made in Chelsea star admitted via an Instagram post that alcohol had an “instant negative effect” on her mental health, while not drinking alcohol for 12 weeks did skin looks better.
Millie, who has previously been open about her mental health struggles, said she doesn’t miss the “hanging anxiety” that came with drinking alcohol.
The honest post, which featured a smiling image of the star, also touched on how she reduced her anxiety medication. While more than 11,000 fans liked the Instagram post, many left messages of support and also shared their sober stories.
The former reality star isn’t the only celebrity to give up alcohol, with former partiers including Kate Moss and Lily Allen who gave up alcoholhim, in an attempt to protect his sanity.
Millie said on Instagram: “I had a breakthrough in therapy and decided to stop drinking alcohol, I didn’t want to admit it but it’s a huge trigger for my anxiety.” It has an instant negative effect on my mental health and right now I am focused on feeling my best, finding happiness in my life and not trying to run away from it.
“It’s been 12 weeks and I’m enjoying a sober life, no loss of ‘anxiety’, feeling more energetic, my skin looks great and I sleep much better,” she added.
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However, he went on to explain that it may not be a permanent decision: “Now, I’m not saying I’ll never drink alcohol again, I’m just saying that right now, I’m not and I want to continue.” going. Has anyone else given up alcohol? How are you finding it? I would love to hear from more curious and sober people.
Alcohol is commonly linked to depression and anxiety as it is a depressant, especially if you drink it in excess. This is because alcohol can slow down how quickly your brain and central nervous system work and react. If your body gets used to this suppressing effect, it can leave you in a “fight or flight” mode, similar to feelings of anxiety.
While Dr. Huberman, A neuroscientist recently explained how alcohol can negatively affect your brain. – on his podcast he said: ‘Alcohol is one of the few substances that produces changes in the brain and body, not only by releasing chemicals, but also by its direct toxic effects on cells. That’s right, much of what we associate with feelings of alcohol is actually due to cellular damage.
