Former Made In Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh has detailed her journey to sobriety on the Well Enough podcast, discussing the true cost of alcohol and the moment she decided to quit drinking. The influencer, who rose to fame in the early 2010s, now champions a sober lifestyle and supports a growing online community of the 'sober curious'.
In the podcast, Mackintosh shared strategies from her book Bad Drunk, co-authored with NHS GP Dr Ellie Cannon, which explores the pitfalls of binge drinking and offers practical advice for cutting back. She described how the normalisation of binge drinking culture prompted her to reassess her relationship with alcohol.
Joining host Emilie Lavinia and world-leading alcohol and drug science authority Professor David Nutt, the discussion debunked common myths about alcohol and examined evidence-based insights into how it affects the body and brain. Professor Nutt provided guidance on making informed decisions about consumption.
The episode also touched on why Generation Z is increasingly rejecting alcohol, with Mackintosh noting that younger people are more aware of the health risks and social pressures associated with drinking. Her story highlights a broader shift towards mindful consumption and sobriety.
