FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- As Floridians lay by the pool or hit the beach, many will refrain this month from downing a cold beer or sipping on a salt-rimmed margarita.
After indulging in December, lots of Floridians participate in a worldwide trend known as Dry January. The concept is to abstain from alcohol for the 31 days of the month to begin the new year with a clean slate and better wellness.
But in an era of juice cleanses and workout selfies, this publicly declared dedication to health has become controversial, with some naysayers questioning any long-term positive results if participants return to their original drinking habits after January is over.
