Does Drinking Alcohol Expand Blood Vessels? The Biphasic Effect Explained
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According to a study published in The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, high doses of alcohol initially cause blood pressure to decrease, an effect linked to vasodilation. This initial response can lead to a mistaken belief that alcohol's effects on blood vessels are straightforward. The reality is more complex, involving a short-term expansion followed by a potentially more damaging long-term constriction.
