soda at all costs.
Drink on an empty stomach. This may be a more
controversial tip, but drinking on an empty stomach
may allow the liver to more efficiently process the
alcohol without impeding digestive processes.
Alcohol impairs LDL recycling and increases post-
meal triglyceride (fat in the blood) spikes. Have the
drink before or after dinner, not during—just exert
caution because a drink can feel more potent on an
empty stomach.
Avoid gluten-containing beverages, which may be a
one-two punch. Gluten increases gut permeability,
which may compound the same effect from alcohol.
Beer drinkers, I’m looking at you.The Medicine Cabinet
Ensuring healthful products in the bathroom is a means of
“dotting your i’s and crossing your t’s” for long-term health
and moment-to-moment wellness and performance. Here are
a few changes that will make the most impact.
Switch to an aluminum-free deodorant. Many
deodorants contain aluminum, and excessive
exposure to aluminum has been strongly linked with
increased dementia risk. While research has yet to
confirm causality, why take the chance? Alternative:
Buy aluminum-free deodorant, or make your own
with coconut oil (a selective bactericide) and baking