Have you been trying to balance and heal your gut for what seems like forever?

Have you ever considered taking a look at your alcohol intake?

Most people who drink alcohol can think of a time when itcaused digestive discomfort.

Brooke Scheller, DCN, CNS

And alcohol affects much more than just digestion.

This increases toxic byproducts of bacteria and cell damage andincreases inflammation in the gut1.

Intestinal permeability is also the mechanism linked to autoimmune disease development, food sensitivity development, andother immune concerns3.

How much alcohol does it take to have an impact?

It doesn’t take much.

And unfortunately, the more we drink, the worse the effects.

Whilethe initial hangovermay subside, alcohol can create trouble for your gut and your body in the long term.