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Experts don’t know exactly why that is but one theory is that alcohol alters the brain’s immune system ramping up inflammation which can damage neurons.
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Alcohol alters the brain’s immune system ramping up inflammation which can damage neurons
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0.850
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The author
Context Type
News Article
Subject Tags
Health
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM (6 months ago)

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What Alcohol Does to Your Body
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/12/well/alcohol-body-health-effects.html

This article examines the effects of alcohol on the body, from the brain to the liver. It discusses both the short-term and long-term health consequences of drinking, including increased cancer risk and organ damage. The piece also highlights the potential for reversing some damage by reducing or stopping alcohol consumption.

Alcohol Health Brain Liver Cancer Cardiovascular Health Drinking Habits

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