The goal of this episode is to help people make informed decisions about their alcohol consumption that are in keeping with their mental and physical health goals. Indeed, even low-to-moderate alcohol consumption negatively impacts the brain and body in direct ways. The aim of this new edition is, once again, to provide a readable, up-to-date book for use in undergraduate, graduate, and medical school courses in. Sinauer Associates is an imprint of Oxford University Press 6th edition (December 31, 2020) eText ISBN: 9781605359335. True PDF from Publisher (Cover, Bookmark, ToC, Pagination, Index) Francisco F.

Since alcohol is one of the most widely consumed recreational substances, this episode ought to be of relevance to everyone. From Neuron to Brain, 6th edition (True PDF from Publisher) quantity. Additionally, I discuss the biology of hangovers and describe science-based strategies to mitigate the severity of a hangover. I also discuss how alcohol consumption of different amounts impacts inflammation, stress, neurodegeneration, and cancer risk and negatively impacts the gut microbiome, brain thickness, hormone balance, mood and feelings of motivation. I then explain that it impacts neuronal function and changes our thinking and behavior – hallmarks of inebriation. I explain alcohol metabolism in simple terms and how it effectively acts as a poison, leading to cellular stress and damage. I also describe genetic differences that predispose certain individuals to alcoholism, binge and habit-drinking. In this episode, I discuss the physiological effects that drinking alcohol has on the brain and body at different levels of consumption and over time.

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