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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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- February 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM (7 months ago)
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- February 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM (7 months ago)
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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.
New research challenges the long-held belief that moderate alcohol consumption is beneficial for brain health, suggesting even light drinking may increase dementia risk. Experts are still investigating how alcohol affects the brain and at what levels harm occurs.
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