What Alcohol Does To Your Body

People who consume alcohol frequently may find that its impact diminishes over time.

This happens because the body develops a tolerance, meaning the same amount of alcohol no longer has the same effect.

However, drinking too much can damage both the brain and other parts of the body.

Alcohol alters the brain’s chemical balance by affecting neurotransmitters—messengers that control behavior, emotions, and physical coordination.

For instance, it increases the activity of GABA, a neurotransmitter that slows down brain function, leading to slower movements, slurred speech, and delayed responses when drunk.

At the same time, alcohol suppresses glutamate, which plays a role in dopamine regulation in the brain’s reward system, causing feelings of pleasure and relaxation.

Alcohol also reduces self-control and impairs decision-making, which can lead to riskier behavior.

Studies have also found that alcWhat Alcohol Does To Your Bodyohol can intensify symptoms and mood fluctuations in people with mental health issues like depression or bipolar disorder.

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