EP 15: RETHINKING ALCOHOL WITH DR. BROOKE SCHELLER – HIGHLIGHTS FROM EPISODE 12

About this episode

This episode features highlights from a conversation with Dr. Brooke Scheller about the impact of alcohol on health and social dynamics.

This week on Holistic Happy Hour, we’re sharing a special mini-clip from our full conversation with Dr. Brooke Scheller in Episode 12. Just in time for the holidays, we’re exploring the cultural ties and personal dynamics of drinking. We’re joined by Dr. Brooke Scheller, a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink. In this clip, Brooke shares eye-opening insights on alcohol’s impact—not just on the body, but also on gut health, hormones, and neurotransmitters in the brain. From the cultural normalization of drinking to tips for navigating social pressures, this snippet is packed with relatable stories, practical advice, and empowering takeaways. ✨ Highlights • Why alcohol is a class one carcinogen (and what that means for you) • How early drinking patterns shape dependency and social habits • Tips for reducing alcohol in your life without disrupting relationships • The surprising overlap between wellness culture and drinking culture This is just a preview of our full conversation in Episode 12 with Dr. Brooke Scheller. Be sure to check out the full episode for even more insights. Whether you’re sober-curious, cutting back, or simply looking to…

People in this episode

Hosts: Yaz Ketcherside, Jamie Eads

Guest: Dr. Brooke Scheller

Topics covered

• alcohol
• health
• nutrition
• social dynamics
• wellness culture

Keywords

• alcohol
• gut health
• hormones
• neurotransmitters
• social pressures
• wellness culture
• carcinogen

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: How to Eat to Change How You Drink

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