[Ep 33] Hot Take Summer: Pour decisions, how might alcohol be impacting your health and fat-loss goals?

When it comes to wellness, the choices we make extend beyond the gym and into our daily routines and today, I’m talking about one such topic that's been highly anticipated by many – alcohol.As someone who enjoys a good drink myself, I'm not here to just tell you to quit. Instead, I aim to spark a conversation about the deeper impact of alcohol consumption. I'll draw from personal experiences, the journeys of my clients, and the scientific insights from my fitness and nutritional background. Throughout the episode, we'll explore the reasons behind our love for alcohol, its potential consequences, and intriguing facts that might surprise you.I'm here to empower you with a well-rounded perspective on alcohol's implications for your health and lifestyle. The buzz around mocktails, sobriety, and reduced alcohol consumption is growing, and I believe it's a significant shift. So, today, we're diving into the world of alcohol – from its effects to the decisions we make around it. By the end, my hope is that you'll emerge with a fresh perspective and a stronger sense of personal responsibility when it comes to this 'poison' we indulge in. .This podcast episode contains discussions about dieting, weight loss, and related topics. We recognize that these discussions can be sensitive and potentially triggering for some individuals. If you find these topics distressing, we recommend skipping this episode or seeking support from a mental health professional.In today’s episode, we cover:[00:06:07] Alcohol is poison, there is no way around that[00:09:35] How alcohol affects your weight-loss and why it’s the biggest nutritional sabotager[00:15:53] Can somebody lose fat and still consume alcohol?[00:21:58] The connection between your period and alcohol consumption[00:24:50] Higher quality vs lower quality liquor[00:33:50] Consistent alcohol consumption is negatively impacting our neural and hormonal circuitry[00:45:48] Tips to help you reduce your alcohol consumptionResources mentionedHuberman Lab Alcohol EpisodeGet your FREE Grocery GuideGet your FREE 14-Day Abs ChallengeYour Hormone Balance Testing [Code: REBELWELLNESS15]Sprout Living [Code: CBK20]Iconic Protein [Code: CBK15]Pique Teas & Superfoods [Code: CBK5]Daily Harvest [Code: CBK]Connect with me:InstagramWebsiteQuotes:When your gut bacteria over time is affected negatively by consuming too much alcohol too frequently, it inevitably creates imbalances in your gut that tend to lead to leaky gut.