"I Come From a Long Line of Drinkers"

This week on the podcast, I'm tackling the story that many people hold on to (and I did too) that our heritage, our culture and our family traditions are responsible for our drinking habits.

This isn't really a genetics conversation but in the resources mentioned you can find more on the science of alcohol and genetics.

This episode is for you if you've ever said something like:

• "I come from a long line of drinkers"
• "I'm Italian, drinking is just what we do."
• "I'm a good Irish-Catholic. Drinking is part of my culture."
• "I learned to drink from my parents."

Resources Mentioned:

Episode #46 Alcohol & Genetics

Episode #8 Dr. David Nutt

Episode #21 Dr. Adi Jaffe

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Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:

Healthy men under 65:

No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.

Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.

One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.

Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.

Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.

If you' are unsure about whether or not you have alcohol use disorder, please visit the NIAAA for more information.

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