ALCOHOL IMPACTS YOUR LIFE. ARE YOU MAKING GOOD CHOICES ABOUT IT?

On this page, you will find many resources about alcohol use. My intention is to bring your Use into your conscious behavior and develop healthy-for-you practices. Full disclosure, I chose to be alcohol free in 2023, and I love it. I am clear-headed, healthier, and I’ve saved on money and calories. There is a growing Alcohol Free movement in this country, and for good reason. Your Use is up to you, make good choices for you.

Why do I have a page on my website about alcohol use? Because this topic is deeply personal to me. And, because using alcohol undermines your confidence…every time.

DID YOU KNOW…..What is a Standard Drink? [Ask yourself: how much do I drink?]

12 ounces of beer (5% alcohol content) | 8 ounces of malt liquor (7% alcohol content) | 5 ounces of wine (12% alcohol content) | 1.5 ounces or a “shot” of 80-proof (40% alcohol content) distilled spirits or liquor (e.g., gin, vodka, rum, tequila, whiskey, brandy)

Resource from the CDC: Tool to Check Your Alcohol Use

DO YOU KNOW WHAT EXCESSIVE DRINING IS?

THIS IS THE GUIDELINE FROM THE CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL

I realize that not drinking is not an option for everyone. It was an option I chose in 2023. Since I’ve been Alcohol Free, I'm clear-headed, have saved money and calories, and I feel healthier. But, I realize this is not a desire for everyone, and just not an option for some. In that case, I pray that Alcohol Moderation is an option. That’s why I sponsored this new podcast with my business. Do you know what lower-risk drinking looks like?

NEW GAME-CHANGING PODCAST ON MODERN RECOVERY: From Alcohol Overuse to Moderate Use, no more shame and blame. With Host Susan L. Axelrod and special guest Dr. Michele Perron, Alcohol Moderation Expert.

These are 3 briefs from Dr. Andrew Huberman that really show the science behind alcohol use

What Alcohol Does to Your Brain 9:01 minutes

How Alcohol Actually Increases Stress Levels, Rather Than Relaxing You 7:09 minutes

How Does Alcohol Impact Your Gut Microbiome & Leaky Gut? 10:08 minutes