Does alcohol actually shrink your brain? Science says yes.
Even small amounts of alcohol can shrink brain volume, impacting memory, decision-making, and learning. New research shows even moderate drinking may speed up cognitive decline.
In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what this means for your brain health:
- What brain scans reveal about alcohol and brain shrinkage
- How alcohol affects memory, focus, and long-term cognitive health
- The role of inflammation, dehydration, and nutrient deficiencies in brain volume loss
- Can the brain recover? What studies say about reversing the damage
- Simple ways to support brain health—whether you drink occasionally or often
🎧 Tune in now to learn how alcohol affects your brain—and what you can do to protect it.
What is The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9?
The Alcohol Reset is a science-backed podcast designed to help you reset your habits, health, and relationship with alcohol. Hosted by best-selling author Mike Hardenbrook, each bite-sized episode explores neuroscience, nutrition, and habit formation, delivering practical strategies to help you drink less, sleep better, reduce cravings, and optimize your well-being—without judgment or extremes. It’s time for a reset.