In Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith’s podcast episode, she delves into her personal experience with alcohol and the reasons behind her decision to limit her consumption. She confronts the underappreciated health consequences of alcohol, even at moderate levels, which extend far beyond the well-known impacts on the liver. Hardwick-Smith highlights that studies have linked alcohol use not only to various forms of cancer, but also to conditions like dementia, gut dysbiosis, and other significant health issues.

Beyond physiological effects, she underscores that alcohol can also inflict damage on personal relationships and contributes to accidents. Even those who don’t perceive themselves as problem drinkers may encounter these adverse effects. She urges listeners to reassess their alcohol consumption, encouraging them to take an honest inventory of their drinking habits. The goal of her podcast is to foster an understanding of how limiting alcohol could substantially improve health-span and overall quality of life.

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