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Podcast: The Dr. Hyman Show
Episode: Office Hours: What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking for 30 Days
Description: Most of us don’t realize how much alcohol affects our bodies until we take a break. In this first episode of Office Hours, I break down what really happens when you give up alcohol for 30 days. Alcohol impacts nearly every system—from your brain and hormones to your gut, liver, and immune system—but the good news is your body begins repairing itself far faster than most people expect.
I discuss:
• What alcohol really is—and why the “buzz” is actually your brain slowing down
• How alcohol affects neurotransmitters like GABA, dopamine, and glutamate