June 30, 2026 07:48 E142

Can Alcohol Slow Down Wound Healing?

Got a cut, bruise, injury, or recovering from surgery? Alcohol may be affecting more than you think.

Healing isn't just about what happens at the wound—it's a full-body process involving your immune system, sleep, hydration, and nutrient levels.

Research suggests alcohol can interfere with several of these systems, potentially slowing recovery.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down:

How alcohol affects the body's natural healing process
The connection between alcohol, inflammation, and immune function
Why sleep quality plays a major role in recovery
How dehydration can slow the delivery of oxygen and nutrients
The role of Vitamin B1 and NAC in supporting recovery pathways

🎧 Tune in and learn what your body needs to heal—and how alcohol may be getting in the way.