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Does your alcohol tolerance go down with age?

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), older adults are more sensitive to alcohol's effects due to various physiological changes. These shifts in your body’s chemistry can directly impact how you experience alcohol, even if your drinking habits remain the same. So, does your alcohol tolerance go down with age? In most cases, yes, and for several important reasons.

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Why am I becoming less tolerant as I get older? A deep dive into aging and patience

Recent studies suggest that emotional responses and patience can change significantly with age, a phenomenon that many older adults experience firsthand. This leads to the common question: **Why am I becoming less tolerant as I get older?** The answer lies in a complex interplay of biological shifts, psychological adaptations, and cumulative life experiences.

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Why does alcohol tolerance reduce with age? The physiological reasons explained

Over 35% of adults aged 65 or older report regular alcohol consumption, and many notice a marked decrease in their ability to tolerate alcohol. For many, the question is simple: **Why does alcohol tolerance reduce with age?** The answer lies in natural, age-related shifts in body composition and metabolism.

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