Is it safe for someone with an alcohol problem to drink 0.5% ABV drinks?

On a purely psychical basis there’s no issue with the tiny amount of alcohol, but there’s more to the story than that…
Are alcohol-free drinks safe during pregnancy?

ALCOHOL killed more people last year than at any time in almost 20 years according to the latest statistics for England and Wales.
How long before I stop thinking about drink?

Thinking about drink, even after we stop, can cause stress that makes it harder to stay sober. But how long can you expect this to last before you find peace?
Does alcohol-free wine have the health benefits of alcoholic wine?

Everyone knows that alcoholic wine is good for you, don’t they? Isn’t it? Well, maybe not. But what about alcohol-free wine?
How many units in a bottle of alcohol-free wine?

A common question we’re asked is how many units of alcohol are there in a bottle of alcohol-free wine. Well, here’s the answer – and it may surprise you!
Are mints good for someone in recovery from alcoholism?

It’s very common when you stop drinking to have huge sugar cravings. But is it something you should worry about, or a normal part of quitting?
What’s one thing you’re proud of since you’ve been sober?

To be totally honest, it’s hard to say ONE thing. It could be the fact we’ve helped thousands of people with The Alcohol-Free Shop since 2006 (I became sober in 2004) and made many friends along the way. It could be the fact that we run the Alcohol-Free Community on Facebook – a free, private […]
How can I make sobriety easier?

Does heavy drinking affect physical appearance?

Is a person still an alcoholic even after they’ve stopped drinking?
