Note: Alcohol is not a dietary supplement. This page summarizes research on alcohol as an intervention studied in clinical trials. Evidence grades reflect study quality, not a recommendation.
Alcohol
Alcohol (ethanol) is a psychoactive substance, not a supplement. IMPORTANT: There is NO safe level of alcohol consumption according to recent research. Previous claims of cardiovascular benefits from 'moderate drinking' have been debunked by better methodology (sick quitter bias). Alcohol is carcinogenic (Group 1), hepatotoxic, and the third leading preventable cause of death. Effects on hormones and recovery are generally negative. Included here for harm reduction context.
Quick Answer
What it is
Alcohol (ethanol) is a psychoactive substance, not a supplement. IMPORTANT: There is NO safe level of alcohol consumption according to recent research.
Key findings
- Grade C: Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (Hormone Health)
- Grade C: Testosterone (Hangover)
- Grade D: Estrogen (Hormone Health)
Safety
No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.
ℹ️ Quick Facts: Alcohol
Quick Facts: Alcohol
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:7
- Research Outcomes:24
- Key Effect:Hormone Health
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (9)
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