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Alcohol and Its Impact on Your Body: A Personal Experiment



Note: This article original lived on my health blog. Which I've shut down and now am moving the articles to this blog.

Alcohol and Its Impact on Your Body: A Personal Experiment



Let’s face it—alcohol plays a significant role in our social lives. But we also know it can wreak havoc on our bodies, especially when consumed excessively. So, I decided to run a little experiment, purely for "research" purposes, to see firsthand how alcohol really affects my body. Spoiler: it wasn't great.

Before we dive into the details, keep in mind, I’m not a doctor or health professional. This is purely based on my own experience and observations. If you have concerns about your alcohol consumption or health in general, please speak to a healthcare professional.

The Experiment



I went all in—alternating between moderate drinking days (just one drink) and days where I pushed the limits (think two to three bottles of wine and several beers). Yeah, I know… bad idea. But this was all in the name of science, right?

Throughout the experiment, I tracked my body’s response using my Whoop 4.0, which monitors things like heart rate variability (HRV), respiratory rate, body temperature, and sleep. The results were... well, let’s just say they weren’t surprising.

After Heavy Drinking



The effects of those heavy drinking days hit hard, just as expected:



Conclusion



This little experiment reinforced what I kind of already knew—alcohol, even in moderation, can have a pretty big impact on your body, especially when it comes to sleep and recovery. For me, the sweet spot seems to be limiting alcohol to once a month (or less) and drinking plenty of water when I do.

Alcohol may be a common part of social life, but let’s not forget—it’s a potent substance, and your body feels every bit of it. Drink responsibly, and always consider how it might affect your health when deciding how much to indulge.

...and now, excuse me while I sip on some water.