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Alcohol’s Impact on Dopamine and Motivation
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Ever wonder why alcohol feels like it gives you energy and motivation, only to leave you feeling unmotivated later? There’s a scientific reason for that.
Alcohol tricks your brain with short-term dopamine boosts but drains long-term motivation, focus, and drive—making it harder to find pleasure in daily life.
In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down:
- How alcohol spikes dopamine—but also depletes it over time
- Why drinking can kill motivation and make everyday tasks feel harder
- The science behind dopamine imbalances and alcohol dependence
- How nutrients like NAC and Vitamin B1 play a role in dopamine recovery
🎧 Tune in now to understand the real impact of alcohol on your motivation—and what you can do to support your brain.
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