Here are your Dry January survival kit must-haves

With everything that happened in 2024, it’s probably a safe bet that a lot of people increased their alcohol consumption. And, with a new year upon us, it’s time for those resolutions. Many people vow to lose weight or focus on their health and some resolve to cut back on drinking. Cutting back on booze and the increased interest in the sober curious movement, mocktails and other alternatives has had many looking into Dry January.   

Dry January began in 2012 as a public health initiative by British charity Alcohol Change UK. Now millions of people from all over the world take part in this health challenge every year. Last year, young adults between the ages of 21 to 24 years old were the most successful in avoiding alcohol for the month.  35% in this age group finished the challenge by doing things like replacing alcohol with soda or seltzer.

The debate over the health benefits of alcohol consumption continues, but studies have shown that heavier drinking or long-term drinking can increase physical and mental problems. According to a recent study, regular drinkers who abstained from alcohol for 30 days slept better, had more energy, and lost weight. They also lowered their blood pressure and cholesterol levels and reduced cancer-related proteins in their blood.

So, if you’re looking for an alternative to that rum and coke or glass of wine, check out these options:

Mitra9 Non-Alcoholic Seltzers & Paks

Mitra9’s seltzers are low-calorie and infused with premium kava, sourced from the volcanic soils of the Pacific islands. Kava can help you relax and improve mood but also combat anxiety. The zero-sugar flavors include Lemonade, Orange Dreamsicle, Strawberry Watermelon and Coconut Lychee.

Mitra9’s kratom seltzers can help supports overall vitality and well-being, fostering focus and a serene approach to life’s challenges. Using kratom obtained in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, these delicious and refreshing drinks come in a wide array of flavors: Berry, Black Cherry, Dragon Fruit, Raspberry Lime, Tangerine, Tropical and Watermelon

If you want to relax and recharge while on the go, Mitra9 also offers kratom GoPak sachets with a solid 45mg of mitragynine to make your Kratom experience more fun. Our best kratom extract powder comes in delightful fruity flavors, including watermelon, black cherry, raspberry lime, and tangerine. If relaxation is what you crave, kava RelaxPaks are available in four tasty flavors: Kandy, Lemonade, Orange Dreamsicle and Strawberry Watermelon.

Get Mitra9 kava and kratom products at Amazon or at Mitra9’s website.

Super Speciosa Teas and Gummies

Super Speciosa offers a collection of teas and gummies and more using kratom. The kratom tea products consist of the kratom tree’s leaves that are pulled from the tree, dried, and then either crushed into smaller pieces or ground into a very fine powder.

Kratom tea is considered an herbal tea. While it is a relative of the coffee plant, kratom differs in that it doesn’t contain any concentrations of caffeine like coffee and traditional tea. However, it is rich in alkaloids that may offer benefits to drinkers. Kratom leaves contain two unique compounds: Mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. When used in lower serving sizes, kratom tends to be more energizing. In higher serving sizes kratom supports the body’s response to occasional pain and promotes relaxation.

If you aren’t into tea and want a treat that packs a punch, grab a gummy. Each Super Speciosa gummy contains approximately 35mg of mitragynine (around 2.33 grams of 1.5% MIT kratom powder). Ideal for enhancing focus and clarity, The tasty gummies come in three flavors blueberry, strawberry and mango.

Shop for teas and gummies along with capsules, kratom powder and more at Super Speciosa.

Hometown Hero Sparkling Lemonade

Texas-based cannabis brand Hometown Hero brings the bubbles and the fun with their new THC-infused sparkling lemonades, available in most states nationwide.

Each can of lemonade includes 25mg of fast-acting Delta-9 THC and is crafted with 100% DV vitamin B12. These refreshing and naturally flavored drinks are available in four different variations:

• Ruby Oasis (Strawberry Lemonade)
• Ginger Mirage (Ginger Lemonade)
• Blue Drift (Blueberry Lemonade)
• Peachy Dream (Peach Lemonade)

In addition to the lemonade, Hometown Hero also offers yummy Prickly Pear White Widow 25mgTHC Live Rosin Gummies that provide all euphoric, uplifting high without any shame associated with extra sugar intake. And, to add a touch of sweetness and a THC kick to your favorite foods and beverages, pick up Hometown Hero’s Agave THC Syrup—a naturally derived nectar infused with cannabis.

Check out Hometown Hero’s website for more information and to order.

However you plan to celebrate the New Year, we hope it’s a great one!    

Last update on 2024-12-26 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API