Alcohol is often present at parties, events and friends of friends on weekends, especially in times of celebrations. Excessive drinks, such as beer, wine, vodka and others can cause health loss. But what happens to those who stop eating alcohol for a month?
According to Dr. Aline Zanetta, a nutritionist and member of the Abran scientific committee, stopping alcohol for a month can generate visible changes in the body – and some of them appear in the early hours:
• After 12 hours: the body begins to eliminate alcohol and recover the balance of glucose and hydration.
• In 48 to 72 hours: there is an improvement in digestion, sleep and mental clarity. Anxiety can decrease.
• After 1 week: deep sleep improves, there is more energy and the skin can earn more lush.
• After 2 weeks: the liver shows signs of recovery, chronic inflammation begins to fall and the intestine begins to rebalance.
• After 3-4 weeks: there is a drop in inflammatory markers, a better sensitivity to insulin and a reduction in metabolic risks. Many people also report weight loss and mood improvement.
“In addition to the physical effects, mental well -being often improves with greater emotional clarity and self -esteem,” says the expert.
The doctor explains that, in practice, there is no completely safe amount of alcohol. “Even in small doses, alcohol can cause cumulative damage – as a greater risk of cancer and metabolic disorders,” he warns.
According to the WHO and the CDC, the consumption considered moderate would be:
• Up to 1 dose per day for women
• Up to 2 doses a day for men
With at least two days free from alcohol per week.
A standard dose in Brazil is:
• 350 ml of beer,
• 150 ml of wine, or
• 45 ml of distillate.
“But it is important to highlight: these quantities can also be harmful, especially in people with chronic diseases, continuous use of medicines or family history of cancer.”
Source: Terra
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