Tag: Teen drinking

About 40% of American adults report they drink alcohol. Chronic alcohol consumption, particularly during adolescence, can impact growth hormone production and disrupt hormonal balance. The question, "Does drinking alcohol make you smaller?" holds significant implications for development.

A systematic review of observational studies concluded there is a positive relationship between alcohol consumption and the risk of osteoporosis, a condition of weak bones. This raises a critical question: how does alcohol affect your height, particularly during the vital growth phases of adolescence?

Chronic heavy alcohol consumption, especially during formative years, has been shown to reduce peak bone mass in animals and interfere with hormones critical for growth in humans. This raises the question: can drinking affect height and a person's overall growth potential?