Episode · Huberman Lab · 2022-08-22

Books mentioned on What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

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In this episode, I discuss the physiological effects that drinking alcohol has on the brain and body at different levels of consumption and over time. I also describe genetic differences that predispose certain individuals to alcoholism, binge and habit-drinking.

Andrew Huberman recommended Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke. Also mentioned: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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1. 

   Why We Sleep

   Matthew Walker · at 1:06:26 · mentioned 2 times

   Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker is a comprehensive exploration of the biology and profound impact of sleep on human health and longevity.

   Recommended

   “And I don't mean to be overly negative, but this was discussed in a previous Huberman Lab Podcast episode with Dr. Matthew Walker from UC Berkeley. Walker is a leading expert on sleep and has authored the remarkable book, 'Why We Sleep.'”

   Speaker What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health 2022-08-22 Listen at 1:06:26

   Where to get it

   AmazonListen on Audible
2. 

   Dopamine Nation

   Anna Lembke · at 1:30:50 · mentioned 2 times

   Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, MD is a non-fiction book exploring the neuroscience of addiction, dopamine regulation, and how modern society's constant pursuit of pleasure leads to compulsive behaviors and diminished baseline happiness.

   Recommended

   “She wrote the incredible book "Dopamine Nation."”

   Andrew Huberman What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health 2022-08-22 Listen at 1:30:50

   Where to get it

   AmazonListen on Audible