When it comes preventing Asian flush, it is all about breaking down acetaldehyde. Most people rely on the liver’s ALDH2 enzymes to do all the work. But if you suffer from an alcohol flush reaction, your ALDH2 is deficient. This deficiency is...
For those with an ALDH2 deficiency, metabolising acetaldehyde can be a real nightmare. Many people with this ineffective liver enzyme know that acetaldehyde from alcohol will give them painful and uncomfortable symptoms, but did you know that acetaldehyde is found...
Do you experience negative symptoms when you drink alcohol and are wondering: “Should I get tested for ALDH2 deficiency?” You’re in the right place! If you finally want to know whether you have an ALDH2 deficiency (commonly referred to as...
Lots of people enjoy hanging out with friends at the bar, even if it means you might have to suffer through a hangover the next day. But then that innocent hangover actually turns into a 2 day hangover. Why does...
Why do you struggle to keep your eyes open after a few glasses of wine? What is it about alcohol that makes you so tired? Why does alcohol make you sleepy? Alcohol impacts your body in lots of ways, including making...
