Peak Human Labs Podcast

Unlock the mysteries of alcohol's impact on health with Dr. Sanjeev Goel from Peak Human Labs. In this video, explore the history of alcohol and its metabolic pathways, unraveling its effects on vital organs like the liver, muscles, and brain. Dr. Sanjeev delves into the emotional impact, explaining how alcohol influences GABA and dopamine pathways.   TIMESTAMP: 00:00 - Introduction 00:26 - Brief background on alcohol 02:05 - Metabolism of alcohol 03:47 - Impacts on the liver 05:29 - Effects on muscles and performance 07:28 - Fatty liver and fat storage 09:28 - Brain impacts and neurotransmitters 12:13 - How alcohol impairs judgment 13:37 - Chronic ingestion vs. acute ingestion 14:54 - Stimulating GABA and dopamine 16:00 - Effects of alcohol on brain cells 17:06 - The CAGE questionnaire 17:25 - Personal experience with alcohol-free lifestyle 18:13 - Closing remarks