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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Tolerance to alcohol develops as repeated exposure reduces its effects, leading to increased consumption to achieve the same feeling of well-being.

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What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

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What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

08/22/22

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Drinking alcohol can lead to a cycle where the initial feeling of euphoria is followed by a prolonged period of negative effects, prompting further drinking.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Regular drinkers or those with a genetic predisposition to alcoholism may experience increased alertness and mood when consuming alcohol.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

In cultures with higher alcohol dehydrogenase levels, individuals can drink more without feeling sick, which can lead to higher rates of alcoholism due to increased consumption.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Regular alcohol consumption can lead to inflammation in the brain and body, increasing the desire to drink more and exacerbating health issues.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The societal shift towards non-alcoholic alternatives reflects a broader change in how people seek social connection and relaxation, moving away from traditional alcohol consumption.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Alcohol consumption can lead to long-term changes in neural circuitry and hormone systems, resulting in increased baseline stress and lower mood overall.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Chronic drinking, even if not daily, can lead to a decrease in top-down inhibition, resulting in heightened impulsivity and habitual behavior.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Alcohol acts as an anti-anxiety and pain relief medication by activating the brain's natural painkiller system, which can lead to dependency.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Alcohol increases the number of synapses in the neural circuits that control habitual behavior, enhancing the execution of existing habits.