Try Al Roker’s tips for completing Dry January

Al Roker has decided to give up alcohol this month after vowing a healthier start to 2022.    "I didn't drink that much -- and then came the pandemic," he said, recalling that he'd often have a cocktail in the evening and a glass of wine, or maybe two, with dinner. "I thought, this is getting out of hand."    So he and TODAY's Craig Melvin have made it a goal to complete Dry January together. The growing movement lets people "sample sobriety" without giving up alcohol forever.   It's important to have a support system, like Al and Craig supporting each other in the effort, and find enjoyable substitutes for alcoholic drinks, like an orange spritz with orange bitters, ice and sparkling water, designed to replace Al's favorite cocktail.    Follow the link to find out why even a short break from alcohol comes with lots of health benefits. It's not too late to start! Try Dry January! Get the TODAY Mobile App Follow TODAY Privacy Unsubscribe