How Alcohol Wrecks Your Gut Health (And What You Can Do About It)How Alcohol Wrecks Your Gut Health (And What You Can Do About It)
Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
In this episode James welcomes functional health coach Chris Browning to explore how alcohol impacts gut health. From disrupting stomach acid to fostering harmful bacteria and triggering conditions like Candida and leaky gut, Chris breaks down the...
45:07•25 Nov 2024
How Alcohol Destroys Your Gut Health and How to Fix It
Episode Overview
- Alcohol disrupts stomach acid and fosters harmful bacteria.
- Conditions like Candida and leaky gut can arise from heavy drinking.
- Mood disorders, brain fog, and inflammation are linked to poor gut health.
- Practical steps for healing include dietary changes and blood work analysis.
- Chris Browning shares his personal journey from heavy drinking to gut health advocacy.
“Even one heavy drinking session can disrupt the mucus of the gastrointestinal lining, leading to things like leaky gut”
Ever wondered how alcohol impacts your gut health? In this episode of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, James Swanwick chats with functional health coach Chris Browning about the surprising ways alcohol can wreak havoc on your digestive system. Chris, who has a wealth of experience in blood work analysis and gut health, breaks down the science behind alcohol's effect on the gut-brain connection.
From disrupting stomach acid to fostering harmful bacteria, Chris explains how alcohol can lead to conditions like Candida and leaky gut. You'll learn about the cascade of issues that arise from drinking, including mood disorders, brain fog, and inflammation. Chris also shares his personal journey from heavy drinking to becoming a gut health advocate, revealing the profound changes he experienced by eliminating alcohol. The episode is packed with practical steps for healing your gut and restoring balance.
Whether you're struggling with alcohol or simply curious about gut health, this conversation is a must-listen. So, are you ready to learn how to take better care of your gut? Tune in and discover the path to a healthier you.

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