Alcohol is a prescription for unhappiness, because people who drink every day have a smaller brain. And when it comes to the brain, siz matters. The american cancer society came out last year and said, we shouldn't drink because any alcohol is associated with an increase risk of seven different kinds of cancer. Cancer is obviously bad for your brain and bad for happiness.
Dr. Daniel Amen is a psychiatrist and brain health expert. He has authored or co-authored nine professional book chapters, 85 scientific articles, and more than 40 books, including New York Times mega-bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. He has appeared on numerous television shows including Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, Today Show, Good Morning America, and The View. His new book, You, Happier: The 7 Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good Based on Your Brain Type, comes out in March of 2022. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/204-dr-daniel-amen