For many people, having a drink or two is a common part of socialising or a way to relax. However, we often underestimate the effects alcohol can have on our bodies, both in the short and long run.
Even though a casual glass of wine or beer may seem harmless, it’s important to understand how alcohol impacts overall health.
Whether you’re someone who drinks occasionally or are rethinking your habits, here are five ways alcohol can affect your body…
1. Brain
Consuming alcoholic drinks can affect the brain in multiple ways.
“Alcohol affects the pathways and chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain, which can result in changes to mood, behaviour, cognition (including memory), and coordination,” says Kim Goldin, senior GP and health assessment doctor at Nuffield Health. “Interestingly, neurotransmitters…