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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 8 MIN

Alcohol and your health: what the research actually says now

from The Wellness Rhythm Show

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park break down what the latest research actually says about alcohol and health—including why the old "moderate drinking is protective" narrative has shifted, what the current cancer risk data shows, and how much alcohol consumption now qualifies as "low risk" according to 2023 guidelines. They move beyond shame-based messaging to explore practical tools like alcohol-free days and sleep quality improvements, while acknowledging that drinking often fills real stress-management gaps that need addressing at a deeper level.Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:  ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow  📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com  Powered by VoxCrea.AI

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park break down what the latest research actually says about alcohol and health—including why the old "moderate drinking is protective" narrative has shifted, what the current cancer risk data shows, and how much alcohol consumption now qualifies as "low risk" according to 2023 guidelines. They move beyond shame-based messaging to explore practical tools like alcohol-free days and sleep quality improvements, while acknowledging that drinking often fills real stre...

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