Alcohol-Related Acetaldehyde Increases Cancer Risk

Acetaldehyde is a fat-soluble toxin that can damage your liver and brain, and is the prime reason for a hangover.  A new study proves that too much acetaldehyde exposure¹ increases cancer risk. 

This issue is complicated by the fact that common air pollution in any major city oftentimes contains higher than acceptable levels of acetaldehyde, as does smoking cigarettes or struggling with a Candida problem.  Most people with too much acetaldehyde exposure have brain fog, memory lapses, irritability, mood swings, and a lack of motivation. 

Acetaldehyde is cleared by the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase, which is fueled by the nutrient pantethine.  I also reported recently that zinc could protect against alcohol-induced fetal damage during pregnancy – which is also due to acetaldehyde exposure.

Using nutrition to offset and help correct a health problem is always a good idea.  And for the casual drinker who may have a bit too much every now and then, pantethine and zinc can be used preventatively to help preserve your brain and liver cells – not that I advocate heavy drinking.