Alcohol Minimalist: Mindful Drinking & Behavior Change6 Apr 2022

Drinking Habits and the Reptilian Brain

This week on the podcast I'm diving into the Triune Brain Model and why I'm changing how I talk about the "lower" brain.

Learn why the Triune Model isn't accurate with regards to evolutionary process, but why it still holds value to descibe the functional hierachy of the brain. It's still a valuable tool to understand human behavior especially the interactions between cognitive and emotional pathways.

Books to read: 7 1/2 Lessons about the Brain

Video to watch: 3 Brain Systems That Control Your Behavior Reptilian Limbic Neo Cortex Robert Sapolsky

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 23 (Cutback Coach now Sunnyside)

Sunnyside.co/minimalist

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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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