This alcohol is a weapon of mass destruction for your gut which booze is a safer option

Dry January may be winding down, but you don’t have to let your resolutions go down the drain. While all alcohol comes with its fair share of risks (yes, even red wine), there are ways to wet your whistle without sabotaging your wellness goals.Enter celebrity nutritionist and gut health expert Dr.Daryl Gioffre, who’s spilling the secrets on drink options that’ll give you a buzz without the backlash — and the one you should skip if you’re serious about boosting your gut health.When it comes to alcohol, moderation is key.

The current U.S.guidelines recommend limiting intake to no more than one drink per day for women and two for men.If you’re looking to make smarter choices while sipping, Gioffre says grain-free vodka is a top-tier pick, especially for those prioritizing their gut health.Take Ciroc or Chopin, for example.

These vodkas are distilled from fruit and tubers, making them naturally gluten-free options that don’t contain the common allergens and irritants found in many grain-based options. “Gluten-containing vodkas are a weapon of mass destruction for your gut,” Gioffre warned. Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, can trigger inflammation and damage your intestinal lining, leading to a condition commonly known as leaky gut.“Leaky gut is like a breach in your body’s security system,” said Gioffre. When the intestinal lining weakens, harmful invaders — like undigested food particles, toxins, and bad bacteria — can slip into your bloodstream, triggering an immune response.This sets off widespread inflammation, which, Gioffre explained, can lead to a range of health issues, from autoimmune diseases and food sensitivities to skin flare-ups and joint pain.

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