10 Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore If You Drink Regularly

By Rajeshwaari Kalla | August 1, 2025 | Image: Canva

Do you drink too frequently?

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Even small amounts of alcohol daily  can accumulate damage over time. Intermittent drinking offers your  liver occasional rest 

Women are more susceptible

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Women metabolise alcohol differently and are more prone to liver damage. Just 20–40g daily can increase long-term risk of cirrhosis and liver inflammation

Inherit risky genes

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Your ability to break down alcohol depends on enzymes influenced by  your DNA. Some people metabolise alcohol slower, causing more  harm with less intake

Miss key nutrients

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Drinking often displaces nutritious meals. Alcohol robs your body of  protein and vitamins, making your  liver more vulnerable to long-term structural damage

Live with hepatitis

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People with Hepatitis B or C face greater risk even with modest alcohol intake. Liver damage sets in faster and may  lead to liver cancer

Overload on ethanol

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Drinking 60–80g of ethanol a day—roughly equivalent to a few drinks—over a decade almost guarantees some form of liver compromise or irreversible harm

Ignore warning signs

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Symptoms like abdominal pain, vomiting, jaundice, or fluid  retention (ascites) are red flags.  Early medical help can prevent  further progression of liver damage

Skip regular checks

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If alcohol is part of your routine, liver function tests every 6–12 months can help detect early warning signs before symptoms fully emerge

Dismiss dietary help

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A nutrient-rich diet doesn’t cancel out alcohol’s damage, but it does support liver regeneration, immunity and gut health, all essential for prevention

Normalise stress-drinking

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Drinking to cope with stress or fatigue adds up. It’s vital to find healthier emotional outlets like exercise, therapy or hobbies to break the cycle

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