Now experts have reason to believe even moderate drinking carries risks. The liver metabolizes most of the alcohol you consume, breaking it down into acetaldehyde. Acetaldehyde is a toxin that can damage the body’s organs and tissues before it is further broken down into acetate. Drinking alcohol can impair the functions of your glands that release hormones, which may cause weight gain. All of the available studies have examined moderate intake of alcohol, and the majority have reported results on beer and […]
