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title: Alcohol
created: 2024-11-18T09:16:50
modified: 2025-12-03T04:38:13
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dehydrates you.

impairs protein synthesis in the muscles.

blocks our ability to break down energy from macronutrients.

may help you fall asleep/feel sleepy ,[^1] but it ruins the [quality of your sleep](sleep.md) by disrupting your circadian rhythm and REM sleep

[^1]: [Nightcap（睡前飲品）](https://www.google.com/search?q=Nightcap): a drink taken shortly before bedtime