Regular alcohol consumption leads to addiction, worsens the condition of blood vessels and heart, and increases the risk of developing many types of cancer. Psychotherapist, psychiatrist-narcologist, chief physician of the AlkoSpas clinic Alexander Polikarpov told socialbites.ca about this.
“Even very small doses of alcohol can lead to alcohol addiction when consumed regularly. Alcohol improves mood by stimulating the production of endorphins. “The body gradually gets used to it and the dose needs to be increased to achieve the same effect,” he explained.
According to the doctor, any amount of alcohol consumed regularly not only leads to addiction, but also negatively affects the body.
“Numerous studies have shown that alcohol increases the load on blood vessels and the heart. “Alcohol consumption is also associated with many types of cancer: liver, breast, intestines, lungs, kidneys,” the doctor warned.
Polikarpov emphasized that both a single dose and regular use have negative effects.
“Immediately after drinking alcohol, coordination, reflexes, attention and general brain functions are impaired. The narcologist warned that there may be problems in the gastrointestinal system and chronic diseases may flare up.
As Polikarpov explains, the health benefits of alcohol are one of the most common myths.
“Some studies actually suggest the benefits of wine due to its antioxidant properties, which come from the resveratrol content in grapes. However, this benefit is offset by even small doses of ethanol, so if you want to reap the benefits of wine, you should choose non-alcoholic wine: research confirms its benefits,” he advised.
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