Why Drinking Dries Your Eyes

Dry mouth after drinking is obvious—but what about your eyes? That scratchy, tired, slightly blurry feeling after a night out isn’t random. Alcohol dehydrates your system, disrupts your tear film, and even affects how your eyes recover overnight. In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what’s really happening: Why alcohol reduces tear production and dries your eyes The reason your eyes look red and feel irritated How sleep disruption makes eye fatigue worse Why screen time + alcohol hits your eyes harder Simple ways to keep your eyes clear and comfortable 🎧 Tune in and see how alcohol affects more than just your mouth—it’s showing up in your vision too.