
How Alcohol Hijacks Your Dopamine (And How to Get Back On Track)
Ever wonder why that first drink feels so good, but the next few don’t hit the same? The answer lies in part with dopamine

Ever wonder why that first drink feels so good, but the next few don’t hit the same? The answer lies in part with dopamine

After a long week, it’s easy to use alcohol as a reward or a way to unwind. But relaxing without alcohol is possible.

Breathwork, a simple and science-backed practice, can disrupt cravings, calm your nervous system, and bolster your mindful drinking goals.

Cutting back on alcohol is more than a behavioral change. It’s a total mindset shift. Here’s how to bolster habits that support your goals.

Alcohol cravings are temporary conditions, not emergencies. Here’s how to manage them and let them pass.

What you do after Dry January determines whether this was a short-term experiment or the beginning of a real lifestyle shift.
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About Sunnyside
Sunnyside is a comprehensive platform for building a healthier relationship with alcohol. We combine a behavior-change app, real human coaching, and Sunnyside Med — our Telehealth service where licensed providers can prescribe medication to help reduce alcohol cravings. Members using the Sunnyside app report an average 33% reduction in weekly alcohol consumption, and Sunnyside Med customers are reducing their drinking by nearly 50% on average — along with improved sleep, better mental clarity, and an overall improved sense of well-being.
What is Naltrexone? Naltrexone is a medication that works by blocking opioid receptors in the brain, which reduces the pleasurable effects of alcohol and helps decrease cravings. Originally approved by the FDA in 1994 for the treatment of alcohol dependence, Naltrexone has been shown in clinical studies to significantly reduce heavy drinking days and support long-term moderation. Sunnyside Med prescribes a compounded oral formulation containing Naltrexone as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes coaching, tracking, and ongoing medical support.
Sunnyside Med connects you with licensed medical providers who can prescribe compounded medication containing Naltrexone, an active ingredient that is FDA-approved to support alcohol moderation, through a private Telehealth process. Sunnyside Med is not a substitute for emergency services or inpatient treatment. If you are in crisis or experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms, please contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 or call 911. We are proud partners of Moderation Management, a non-profit dedicated to reducing the harm caused by the misuse of alcohol.
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