alcohol

dehydrates you.

impairs protein synthesis in the muscles.

blocks our ability to break down energy from macronutrients.

may help you fall asleep/feel sleepy ,1 but it ruins the quality of your sleep by disrupting your circadian rhythm and REM sleep

Footnotes

  1. Nightcap(睡前飲品): a drink taken shortly before bedtime

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