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    Alcohol Minimalist: Mindful Drinking & Behavior Change

    Join coach Molly Watts on the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast to explore mindful drinking, behavior change, and mental wellness. This show offers science-based strategies to help you break drinking habits and overcome anxiety linked to alcohol use. Whether you’re an adult child of alcoholics or seeking peace with your drinking, discover tools for lasting change without shame or guilt. New episodes every Monday and Thursday.

    Becoming an alcohol minimalist means:
    Choosing how to include alcohol in our lives following low-risk guidelines.
    Freedom from anxiety around alcohol use.
    Less alcohol without feeling deprived.
    Using the power of our own brains to overcome our past patterns and choose peace.
    The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast explores the science behind alcohol and analyzes physical and mental wellness to empower choice. You have the power to change your relationship with alcohol, you are not sick, broken and it’s not your genes!

    This show is intended for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. If you are physically dependent on alcohol, please seek medical help to reduce your drinking.

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    Alcohol & Your Immune System Jan 12, 2022
    Show notes

    This week on the podcast I'm talking about alcohol and the immune system.

    How does alcohol impact our immune system?

    • Sleep disruption
    • Gut microbiome
    • Respiratory Tract impact
    • Lymphatic System
    • Suppression of the immune system

    How much is too much and how much time is involved with our immune system recovering?

    Resources mentioned:

    Episode #18

    William Porter's Alcohol Explained

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon or most online retailers.

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    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

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    Quit Worrying about your Drinking Jan 05, 2022
    Show notes

    Today on the podcast I'm talking all about worry.

    I'm talking about how it fits in the Results Cycle as an action and why our brains evolved to worry. I'll also show you why it's linked to your drinking habit and how we can work on changing our thoughts so that we reduce our worry and not turn to alcohol to feel less anxious.

    I’m going to help you understand why worrying doesn’t:

    Worry is defined as the act of thinking about problems or unpleasant things that might happen in a way that makes you feel unhappy and frightened.

    Most of us go along without ever learning to observe our thinking and we barely notice the thoughts we apply to circumstances in our lives. We just think, well, I worry a lot because I have a lot of worrisome things in my life.

    That’s never the case. It’s never the case to say, “Oh, well who wouldn’t worry in this situation? It’s the reasonable thing to do.” No. You have to understand that your mind is the creator of all of your worry.

    To register for Dryuary. www.dryuary.org

    Episodes Mentioned:

    Episode #11

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

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    UK Paperback

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    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Special Episode: Join Proof Positive this January! Dec 29, 2021
    Show notes

    Join Proof Positive for January! I'll be leading a small group of people looking to start off 2022 in a really healthy way.

    To join there are two steps:

    Step 1) Register for Dryuary through Dryuary.org

    This is program is totally FREE and you'll get 30 days of support and content for taking a 30-day break from alcohol.

    Step 2) Register for the 30-Day Nutrition Upgrade. This easy-to-follow plan will help you take your nutrition to the next level without restriction and feeling deprived. It's based on science and combined with Dryuary, will get you off to the best possible start in 2022. Use my discount code MOLLY20 to get the program for only $39! www.nutritionovereasy.com/upgrade

    When you register for both you'll automatically be included in the "Proof Positive" small group. You'll receive daily text messages for inspiration and weekly group coaching and collaboration.

    You get all three programs for only $39!

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Apple Books

    Barnes & Noble

    Kobo

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Becoming an Alcohol Minimalist Dec 22, 2021
    Show notes

    In this year-end episode, we've launched the new name of the show and I'm sharing what it means to become an alcohol minimalist.

    Beyond sticking to low-risk drinking limits, being an alcohol minimalist means:

    • Not using alcohol to change your emotions.
    • Being willing to understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings and actions.
    • Getting educated on the science of alcohol and neuroscience.

    **FREE LOW HOLIDAY DRINK GUIDE** Grab it here!

    Join Proof Positive for January! I'll be leading a small group of people looking to start off 2022 in a really healthy way.

    To join there are two steps:

    Step 1) Register for Dryuary through Dryuary.org

    This is program is totally FREE and you'll get 30 days of support and content for taking a 30-day break from alcohol.

    Step 2) Register for the 30-Day Nutrition Upgrade. This easy-to-follow plan will help you take your nutrition to the next level without restriction and feeling deprived. It's based on science and combined with Dryuary, will get you off to the best possible start in 2022. Use my discount code MOLLY20 to get the program for only $39! www.nutritionovereasy.com/upgrade

    When you register for both you'll automatically be included in the "Proof Positive" small group. You'll receive daily text messages for inspiration and weekly group coaching and collaboration.

    You get all three programs for only $39!

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Apple Books

    Barnes & Noble

    Kobo

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Catching Up with Alcohol Explained and William Porter Dec 15, 2021
    Show notes

    This week's episode I'm catching up with William Porter, author of Alcohol Explained and Alcohol Explained 2.

    Listen in as we discuss some of the opinions we share around alcohol and changing your relationship with alcohol. We talk science, we talk about changing your desire to drink, urges and cravings and whether or not it's truly possible to moderate alcohol.

    Learn more about William and his books here:

    www.alcoholexplained.com

    **FREE LOW HOLIDAY DRINK GUIDE** Grab it here!

    Join Proof Positive for January! I'll be leading a small group of people looking to start off 2022 in a really healthy way.

    To join there are two steps:

    Step 1) Register for Dryuary through Dryuary.org

    This is program is totally FREE and you'll get 30 days of support and content for taking a 30-day break from alcohol.

    Step 2) Register for the 30-Day Nutrition Upgrade. This easy-to-follow plan will help you take your nutrition to the next level without restriction and feeling deprived. It's based on science and combined with Dryuary, will get you off to the best possible start in 2022. Use my discount code MOLLY20 to get the program for only $39! www.nutritionovereasy.com/upgrade

    When you register for both you'll automatically be included in the "Proof Positive" small group. You'll receive daily text messages for inspiration and weekly group coaching and collaboration.

    You get all three programs for only $39!

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Alcohol & The Holidays Dec 08, 2021
    Show notes

    This week on the podcast I'm talking about Alcohol & The Holidays.

    Key points:

    1) Most adults are not aware of low-risk drinking guidelines

    2) Binge Drinking increases during the holidays

    3) We can use the Behavior Map and Results Cycle to change how we feel about the holidays and how we include alcohol.

    4) Learn what being an alcohol minimalist means.

    5) How to visit Christmas Past, Present and Future to change your relationship with alcohol.

    **FREE LOW HOLIDAY DRINK GUIDE** Grab it here!

    Join Proof Positive for January! I'll be leading a small group of people looking to start off 2022 in a really healthy way.

    To join there are two steps:

    Step 1) Register for Dryuary through Dryuary.org

    This is program is totally FREE and you'll get 30 days of support and content for taking a 30-day break from alcohol.

    Step 2) Register for the 30-Day Nutrition Upgrade. This easy-to-follow plan will help you take your nutrition to the next level without restriction and feeling deprived. It's based on science and combined with Dryuary, will get you off to the best possible start in 2022. Use my discount code MOLLY20 to get the program for only $39! www.nutritionovereasy.com/upgrade

    When you register for both you'll automatically be included in the "Proof Positive" small group. You'll receive daily text messages for inspiration and weekly group coaching and collaboration.

    You get all three programs for only $39!

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Alcohol & Our Kids Dec 01, 2021
    Show notes

    This week on the podcast I'm talking about Alcohol & Our Kids.

    I'll be sharing my thoughts on how to have better conversations about alcohol with anyone who needs to hear it.

    Key Points:

    1) Talk conversationally and do it early and often.

    2) Make sure that your kids know the facts about alcohol. Dispell myths and be clear about your own beliefs on alcohol.

    3) Make sure children know that alcohol is especially dangerous for young people because their brains are not fully developed.

    4) Be prepared to answer questions with facts and share your own experiences.

    5) Use science and empower your kids to be curious. Let them know why the messages they hear about alcohol might be confusing and that you know they'll continue to educate themselves to make the best choices they can.

    Join Proof Positive for January! I'll be leading a small group of people looking to start off 2022 in a really healthy way.

    To join there are two steps:

    Step 1) Register for Dryuary through Dryuary.org

    This is program is totally FREE and you'll get 30 days of support and content for taking a 30-day break from alcohol.

    Step 2) Register for the 30-Day Nutrition Upgrade. This easy-to-follow plan will help you take your nutrition to the next level without restriction and feeling deprived. It's based on science and combined with Dryuary, will get you off to the best possible start in 2022. Use my discount code MOLLY20 to get the program for only $39! www.nutritionovereasy.com/upgrade

    When you register for both you'll automatically be included in the "Proof Positive" small group. You'll receive daily text messages for inspiration and weekly group coaching and collaboration.

    You get all three programs for only $39!

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? How about leaving a review: Itunes

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Tools for the Trenches by Elizabeth Benton Thompson: A Review Nov 24, 2021
    Show notes

    This week on the podcast I'm reviewing Tools for the Trenches: Daily Practices for Resilience, Perspective and Progress by Elizabeth Benton Thompson.

    Resources mentioned:

    Dryuary.org

    Episode #7

    Episode #32

    Episode #29

    Tools for the Trenches

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

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    UK Paperback

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? How about leaving a review: Itunes

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Alternative Therapy for Alcohol with Beej Christie Karpen Nov 17, 2021
    Show notes

    Today on the podcast I'm talking to Beej Christie Karpen about alternative therapies for alcohol.

    Beej Christie Karpen is an intuitive mindfulness-based certified coach, clinical hypnotist & alternative therapist with a unique gift for transforming clients out of negative patterns into a less stressful way of living.

    On this episode learn more about:

    • Mindful Drinking
    • Self Hypnosis
    • Urge Surfing (Riding the waves of cravings)
    • Guided Meditations & Self-Friendliness Practices (Because beating oneself up can feed directly back into the habit loop 🙃 )
    • Taming the Inner Critic
    • Working with the Inner Negotiator (the one who shows up after you’ve decided whether and/or how much you’re going to drink)
    • Stress Reduction Tools
    • Somatic Experiencing (Tuning in to the emotional body, key to emotional regulation and stress reduction)

    Visit Beej's website: http://www.insightoutnyc.com/

    To hear Beej on the oboe click here!

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? How about leaving a review: Itunes

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

    Alcohol & Genetics Nov 10, 2021
    Show notes

    This week on the podcast, another in the "Alcohol &" series.

    Alcohol and Genetics

    Here are some of the facts about the connection between alcohol abuse and genetics:

    • A genetic disposition to alcohol abuse does not mean a person will develop an alcohol use disorder. Less than half of the children of people with an alcohol use disorder will develop an alcohol use disorder.
    • Individuals can develop an alcohol use disorder even if they are not genetically disposed to do so. A person’s environment can strongly influence the development of an alcohol use disorder.
    • There is no gene or set of genes that puts a person at risk specifically for alcohol abuse. Rather, one possibility is that there are variations in genes that get expressed in different ways in a carrier’s body. For example, gene variations can predispose individuals to depression, which in turn can predispose them to alcohol abuse.
    • Knowing which genes are involved in creating an elevated risk for an alcohol use disorder can help researchers to match treatment to genes. For instance, the addiction treatment drug naltrexone may work on specific genes. Psychotherapy may also effectively target certain genes versus others.

    Just because you come from a family of alcohol abuse it does not mean that you will abuse alcohol if you drink.

    Alcohol use disorder is progressive and anyone, regardless of their genetics, can with time and repetition become pyscholigically and then physically dependent on alcohol. You are not genetically wired to desire alcohol more just because you are an adult child of an alcoholic...could genetics be a factor? Yes, but even if they are...they likely account for no more than 50% of your behavior. Other external factors account for the other 50% and I’d propose that the 50% external, which is anchored in lifestyle, is even more important.

    Resources mentioned:

    Drink? The New Science of Alcohol and Your Health

    DSM-V

    Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon.

    US Kindle

    US Paperback

    UK Kindle

    UK Paperback

    Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit

    Has this podcast helped you? How about leaving a review: Itunes

    Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist

    You can grab two free chapters of my upcoming book here!

    Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.

    Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

    Healthy men under 65:

    No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

    Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

    One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

    Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

    Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

    ★ Support this podcast ★

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