The chapter dives into the changing perceptions of alcohol consumption, questioning its supposed health benefits and shedding light on its detrimental effects on various bodily functions. It also compares the risks associated with alcohol with those of psychedelic medicine, signaling a shift in societal attitudes towards drinking. The discussion includes personal experiences with alcohol's impact on heart rate variability, sleep quality, and overall well-being, while touching on modifiable risk factors for conditions like breast cancer and the speaker's journey towards a performance-based approach in medicine.