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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Alcohol consumption increases the risk of cancers in the mouth, esophagus, and stomach, and can exacerbate conditions like acid reflux.

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They Lied About Alcohol’s Effect On Your Brain! Here’s The Proof | Dr. Sarah Wakeman

@ The Diary Of A CEO

They Lied About Alcohol’s Effect On Your Brain! Here’s The Proof | Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Alcohol can cause cancer through various mechanisms, including inflammation and the production of toxic byproducts during its metabolism, which can damage cells over time.

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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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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Alcohol alters DNA methylation and gene expression, significantly increasing cancer risk, particularly breast cancer, with a proposed 4 to 13% increase in risk for every 10 grams of alcohol consumed.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Alcohol consumption increases the conversion of testosterone to estrogen, which can lead to negative health effects such as gynecomastia in males and increased risk of estrogen-related cancers in females.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Regular alcohol consumption is associated with increased estrogen levels, which can disrupt testosterone-to-estrogen ratios and lead to various health issues.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

The amount of alcohol it takes to cause health-related problems is much lower than you think, and even moderate drinking is associated with an increased risk of cancer.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Alcohol disrupts the gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and a condition known as leaky gut, where harmful bacteria can enter the bloodstream.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

There is no safe level of alcohol consumption when it comes to breast cancer. Even drinking below low-risk limits can increase the risk of developing this type of cancer.

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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.