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Beer has been an American staple for centuries with its many flavors and cultural significance.
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But what really happens to your body if you make drinking beer a daily habit?
Beer, like any alcoholic beverage,can significantly impact your body.
And, like any pleasurable food or beverage, moderation is key to enjoying beer responsibly.
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Daily beer consumption has numerous consequences, fromweight gainand liver problems to sleep disorders and dehydration.
Read on to learn what happens to your body if you drink beer daily.
And, when you’re finished, don’t miss6 Ways To Melt Your Beer Gut Fast.
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Weight Gain
Beer is high in empty calories, contributing to weight gain if consumed daily.
Weight gain can lead to various health issues, including obesity and its associated complications.
IPAs are especially calorically dense and daily consumption would make weight loss difficult."
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“Hydration status will play a role in your hangover and affect physical performance metrics.
So daily drinking comes with the increased importance of getting enough water from other sources.”
“Alcohol can weaken your immune system, making you more susceptible to illness,” cautions Masi.
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“It may also impair recovery efforts in general, leading to decreased work capacity in the gym.”
“Chronic drinking can lead to fatty liver, hepatitis, or cirrhosis.
Albeit, the risks for this are much lower when drinking in moderation,” says Masi.
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Over time, this can result in sleep disorders and fatigue during the day.
However, this effect reverses during the second half of the night," explains Masi.
This disruption can result in waking up feeling unrefreshed and tired, regardless of sleep duration."
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“Alcohol, regardless of source, interferes with nutrient absorption in multiple ways,” says Masi.
Skin Health Issues
Alcohol dehydrates, and chronic dehydration can lead todry, flaky skin.
Additionally, alcohol dilates blood vessels, which can result infacial redness and broken capillaries.
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“Over time, dehydration can reduce skin elasticity and contribute to developing fine lines and wrinkles.
Deficiencies in these nutrients can impair the skin’s ability to regenerate and protect itself from environmental stressors.
This can lead to impaired judgment, an increased risk of accidents, and potential injuries.
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“Alcohol affects your motor skills and reaction times.
In addition, alcohol might impair the body’s hormonal response, altering insulin secretion from the pancreas.
The ethanol in beer can damage the cells lining these areas, increasing susceptibility to cancer development.
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