About this episode

This episode explores how alcohol affects women's health differently than men's, focusing on hormones, metabolism, and disease risk.

We’ve all heard that alcohol affects everyone differently, but did you know that women are biologically more vulnerable to alcohol’s effects than men? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, registered dietitians Britni Vincent and Melanie Beasley dive into the science of how alcohol impacts women’s hormones, metabolism, sleep, bone health, and risk for disease—even at lower levels of drinking. You’ll hear eye-opening statistics along with practical, compassionate guidance for anyone rethinking their relationship with alcohol - so whether you're sober-curious, cutting back, or simply want to make more informed choices, this episode offers non-judgmental support, science-backed insights, and realistic tools for better health.

People in this episode

Hosts: Britni Vincent, Melanie Beasley

Topics covered

• alcohol
• women's health
• hormones
• metabolism
• sleep
• bone health
• disease risk

Keywords

• alcohol
• women's health
• hormones
• metabolism
• sleep
• bone health
• disease risk
• nutrition
• dietitians

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Organizations: Dishing Up Nutrition

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