Encore Episode: Alcohol Uncovered: What Do the Latest Studies Really Show?

This is an encore presentation of The Longevity Link's most popular episode! In the first episode of season 2 of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones' we tackle thequestion: Is drinking alcohol really all that bad for you? This conversation revolves around alcohol and its implications on health and wellness. It provides insights into the meaning of a standard unit of alcohol in the U.S. and defining what constitutes a light, moderate, or heavy drinker. Christine the Hormone Queen delves into the latest studies and helps to break down the often confusing evidence regarding alcohol and it's effects on your brain, your cardiovascular system, and on the risk for cancer. Sometimes the latest studies seem to contradict themselves, so Christine dives in and ferrets out the differentiating factors and helps you to truly understand alcohol and it's effects, good and bad, on the body. You won't want to miss this episode!