Molly Watts

The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast

Molly Watts, Author & Coach

  • Revisiting: Drink-The New Science of Alcohol & Your Health with Dr. David Nutt

Revisiting: Drink-The New Science of Alcohol & Your Health with Dr. David Nutt

Monday 8th December 2025

Explore alcohol's impact on health with Dr. David Nutt. Discover mindful drinking strategies and personal insights in this engaging episode.
31 minutes
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The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast
Author:
Molly Watts
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Navigating Alcohol Dependency
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Science Meets Sobriety: A Conversation with Dr. David Nutt

Episode Overview

  • Understand your drinking patterns and reasons behind each drink.
  • Mindful drinking can significantly impact your mental and physical health.
  • Genetics play a role, but habits can mitigate or exacerbate predispositions.
  • Cultural and societal influences often overshadow scientific facts.
  • Never drinking alone can help maintain a healthier relationship with alcohol.
"Think about drink. If you never drink alone, you're probably going to do yourself a lot of good."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Molly Watts revisits a fascinating conversation with Dr. David Nutt, a renowned neuropsychopharmacologist, who brings his scientific expertise to the table in this enlightening episode. Dr. Nutt, author of 'Drink? The New Science of Alcohol and Your Health,' shares his insights on alcohol's impact on the brain and body, exploring the fine line between enjoyment and addiction.
With a mix of humour and honesty, he discusses his own relationship with alcohol, even revealing his ownership of a wine bar, which adds a unique twist to his perspective. Molly and Dr. Nutt delve into the cultural and societal influences that often overshadow the scientific understanding of alcohol's risks. They highlight the importance of mindful drinking, emphasising the need for individuals to understand their consumption patterns and the reasons behind each drink. The conversation touches on genetics, with Dr.
Nutt sharing insights from a landmark study on alcoholism, and explores how personal habits can either mitigate or exacerbate genetic predispositions. This episode isn't just for those struggling with alcohol; it's for anyone interested in understanding how to maintain a healthy relationship with it. Whether you're contemplating a dry January or simply curious about how science can guide your drinking habits, this conversation offers valuable takeaways. So, what's your relationship with alcohol like?
Could it benefit from a little scientific scrutiny?
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