Can Alcohol Slow Down Wound Healing?

Got a cut, bruise, injury, or recovering from surgery? Alcohol may be affecting more than you think.Healing isn't just about what happens at the wound—it's a full-body process involving your immune system, sleep, hydration, and nutrient levels.Research suggests alcohol can interfere with several of these systems, potentially slowing recovery.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down: How alcohol affects the body's natural healing process  The connection between alcohol, inflammation, and immune function  Why sleep quality plays a major role in recovery  How dehydration can slow the delivery of oxygen and nutrients  The role of Vitamin B1 and NAC in supporting recovery pathways 🎧 Tune in and learn what your body needs to heal—and how alcohol may be getting in the way.