20 Surprising Effects Alcohol Can Have on Your Body

1. Shrinking brain: Long-term exposure to alcohol can shrink the frontal lobes of your brain.

2. Behavior changes: Alcohol can change your typical behaviors and leave you without the mental clarity to make smart decisions.

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