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Alcohol impairs brain blood flow by causing stiffening of blood vessels, inducing oxidative stress that damages cellular structures, and reducing overall cerebral perfusion—particularly in the frontal and temporal lobes. Even low levels of consumption can reduce blood flow, which impairs oxygen delivery, causes cognitive decline, and increases the risk of brain atrophy.
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