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Episode #118: The Effects of Alcohol on Health and Performance

Barbell Medicine Podcast

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Alcohol Consumption Prevalence and Metabolic Effects

This chapter explores the widespread issue of alcohol consumption in the United States, emphasizing statistics on different forms of alcohol use and its impact on preventable deaths. It delves into the terminology of alcohol consumption, guidelines for moderate drinking, and the challenges in converting grams of alcohol to standard drink measures. Additionally, the chapter discusses the metabolic process of alcohol in the body, the enzymes involved, and the effects of alcohol metabolism on various bodily functions, highlighting the complexities and factors contributing to unhealthy alcohol consumption.

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