CAN YOU STOMACH THAT? –
Jan. 29, 2026 – Just one episode of binge drinking — consuming four alcoholic drinks in two hours (for women) or five (for men) — can cause serious harm to the body. “Our study shows that even short bouts of binge drinking can trigger inflammation and weaken the gut barrier, highlighting a potential early step in alcohol-related gut and liver injury.” In a study aimed to examine alcohol’s impact on gastrointestinal inflammation, researchers examined the results from three days of excessive alcohol consumption in mice — similar to what would be a weekend bender — for a study published in the journal Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research. Researchers found that the alcohol weakens the lining of the gut, causing significant inflammation.
