An Australian doctor has listed the many positive changes she noticed after she stopped drinking for a month.
Dr Deb Cohen-Jones, a GP from Perth, Western Australia, abstained from alcohol in April after noticing it had become a stress coping mechanism.
After four weeks of sobriety, she woke up early feeling refreshed, had less cravings for fatty foods and was more likely to exercise in the morning.
Dr. Cohen-Jones also noticed a drastic decrease in feelings of anxiety and felt more in control overall.
Dr Deb Cohen-Jones, GP from Perth, Western Australia, (pictured) went alcohol-free in April and noticed drastic improvements
By staying sober for four weeks, she woke up early feeling refreshed, had less cravings for fatty foods and was more likely to exercise in the morning.
Sharing her experience on Instagram, she admitted that two weeks of the month involved self-isolating at home due to being sick with Covid, which made things a little easier.
“Interestingly, I had absolutely no urge to drink at any time at home, especially when I wasn’t feeling well… I just don’t drink at home so I don’t even think about it. not,” she wrote.
“The few times we went out for a meal or with friends, I felt a little ‘fomo’ (outcast) at first, but that quickly settled down and I found I was enjoying and savoring it more my food.”
The most noticeable changes happened in the morning and she also felt less bloated after eating.
Research shows the body begins the detox process 12 hours after your last drink and after four weeks blood sugar levels stabilize
“Since the end of the month, I think twice before having a drink and limit myself to two drinks if I do,” she wrote.
“I really believe the month off was a great opportunity to reset and plan to do it several times a year.”
Doctors say abstaining from drinking alcohol for as little as a month improves concentration and decision-making, while reducing the risk of mental health problems, including anxiety and depression.
Research shows that the body begins the detoxification process 12 hours after your last drink and after four weeks blood sugar levels stabilize.
It follows that Dr. Cohen-Jones and skin clinic owner Dr. Clara Hurst have joined forces to innovate online skincare brand The Secret – and revealed their own secrets for a radiant and healthy complexion.
Amazing before and after photos have since poured in, with medical-strength ingredients like tretinoin and hydroquinone responsible for noticeable results within weeks.
The pair are constantly complimented on their own skin, and although they use their products daily, they combine them with a few other key favorites and lifestyle habits.
Skin clinic owner Dr Clara Hurst (right) and GP Dr Deb Cohen-Jones (left) met in 2019 and saw a gap in the market for “highly effective solutions » for cosmetic skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, fine lines, sagging skin and pigmentation
Amazing before and after photos have since poured in, with medical-strength ingredients like tretinoin and hydroquinone responsible for noticeable results within weeks.
Dr Cohen-Jones told FEMAIL that in addition to a regular skincare routine, she makes sure she is always well hydrated and tries to avoid too much alcohol.
She’s also lactose- and dairy-free, eats minimal sugar, and advocates whole grains, whole foods, green vegetables, collagen, and vitamin D supplements.
Each morning, Dr. Deb starts with a Tatcha Cleansing Oil followed by the Secret Serum, Eye Serum and Brightening Day Elixir (alternating between Sensitive and Regular).
Dr Deb told FEMAIL that in addition to a regular skincare routine, she makes sure she is always well hydrated and tries to avoid too much alcohol.
Dr Deb is also lactose and dairy free and eats minimal sugar
She also uses Rationale 50+ Tinted Serum and Ultra Violet Sunscreen along with Aspect Fruit Enzyme Mask two to three days a week.
In the evening, she uses Medik8 Lipid Balancing Cleanser, The Secret Cellular Repair Night Cream and Cellular Repair Night Eye Cream.
Every third night she uses a Tatcha face oil and every other night she uses an Omnilux LED mask before her cell repair.
In the summer, she uses an extra pump of serum, reapplying sunscreen if needed, and using Cellular Repair more often due to increased pigmentation.
“The goal when creating The Secret was always a flawless complexion without any makeup,” she said.
“My skin has never looked better than on my current regimen and my regimen literally takes three minutes.”
How does Dr. Deb Cohen-Jones take care of her skin?
Morning:
– Tatcha Cleansing Oil ($60)
– Aspect Fruit Enzyme Mask two to three days a week ($62)
– The Secret – Serum, Eye Contour Serum, Brightening day elixir (sensitive and regular alternate days)
– Rationale 50 plus Tinted Serum ($96)
– Ultra Violet Sunscreen ($47)
Night:
– Medik8 Lipid Balancing Cleanser ($52)
– Le Secret – Cell Repair Night Cream and Eye Contour
– Tatcha face oil every third night ($135)
– Omnilux Home mask every other night ($605)
Additional tips:
– I hydrate myself and I avoid excess alcohol
– I eat lactose/dairy free and reduce sugars and eat lots of whole foods, grains and green vegetables
– I take vitamin D supplements, collagen and apply Secret Stress Repair to red/blotchy areas if needed
