The Tamsen Show What Alcohol Is Really Doing to Your Hormones and Belly Fat
Jul 23, 2025
Dr. Brooke Scheller, a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and author, dives into the hidden impacts of alcohol on health. She discusses how alcohol affects brain function, hormones, and even fertility, particularly as we age. Dr. Scheller reveals that evening cravings are often linked to blood sugar rather than willpower. She shares simple nutrition strategies to help manage cravings while still enjoying life and clarifies why moderation matters. Learn about the surprising connections between alcohol, stress, sleep disruption, and how food can help reset your body.
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Alcohol Raises Cancer Risk Via Acetaldehyde
- Alcohol increases risk for seven cancers including breast cancer via toxic byproducts.
- Acetaldehyde causes DNA damage and hormone-related cancer risk.
Why Alcohol Hits Harder With Age
- Aging reduces enzymes that break down alcohol so it stays in the bloodstream longer.
- That slower processing worsens hangovers and prolongs alcohol's effects in midlife.
Manage Stress—Alcohol Actually Raises Cortisol
- Expect alcohol to raise cortisol and worsen stress rather than relieve it, with effects lasting up to seven days.
- Support cortisol during cutting back with adaptogens like ashwagandha and rhodiola.
