The Hangover You Didn’t See Coming: Why Midlife Women Outgrow Alcohol
Published on: 06/11/2025
Feeling foggy or anxious after just one glass of wine? You’re not imagining it. In perimenopause, shifting hormones change how alcohol affects your mood, sleep, and energy. Here’s why midlife women outgrow alcohol—and what freedom feels like after.
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