The Truth About Alcohol: Risks, Benefits, and Everything In-Between

In this special episode, we’re taking a deep dive into alcohol. We’ll explore the science, misconceptions, controversies, and health effects of this widely used drug. I believe that a nuanced, scientific discussion on alcohol is the best way to provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision about alcohol use. My omega-3 guide on concerns like a-fib, dosage, supplement quality, oxidation, and more: EPISODE LINKS: Show notes & transcript: CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:19 What does it mean to “have a drink“? 00:03:55 Drinking frequency definitions 00:06:55 How alcohol is metabolized 00:10:47 How genetics affect alcohol metabolism 00:12:41 Can alcoholism be inherited? 00:13:58 How food affects alcohol metabolism 00:15:57 Does age affect alcohol metabolism? 00:16:46 How alcohol affects nutrient absorption 00:21:22 How alcohol affects gut