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A Sip or a Slip? The Surprising Impact of Alcohol on Health and Longevity

Heavy drinking is linked to various health issues, and complete abstinence eliminates those risks. But what about moderate alcohol consumption? Studies show mixed results—some suggest a drink or two may be protective, while others find no health benefits over abstinence.

A new review of 107 studies (including nearly 5 million participants) aimed to clear things up. It found that high-quality research shows drinking up to two drinks a day doesn't lower mortality risk compared to abstinence. Meanwhile, low-quality studies had biases that made moderate drinking seem healthier than it actually is.

In short, occasional alcohol consumption may not be as beneficial as once thought. U.S. guidelines suggest women limit alcohol to one drink per day and men to two. But less is always better for your health—your sleep, mood, brain, and gut will thank you.

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WONDERFULNESS PRO TIPS for minimizing alcohol’s negative effects

✴️Limit yourself to one drink per occasion…and make the occasion feel special, not just another “5:00 somewhere.”

✴️Stay hydrated. Drink water before and during, but don’t overdo it before bed. You need your sleep to help detox, and frequent bathroom breaks won’t help.

✴️Support liver detox with supplements. Glutathione, NAC, vitamin C, selenium, and milk thistle can boost your liver’s detox process. Don’t forget to replenish with B vitamins the next day!

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