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      Vodka

      Vodka sensitivity arises from ethanol, gluten, or additives. Avoid it for 8 weeks, try substitutes like gluten-free vodka or gin, and support your body with probiotics, milk thistle, and turmeric to reduce inflammation and improve detoxification.

      🍸 What is Vodka?

      Vodka is a distilled alcoholic beverage typically made from grains like wheat, rye, or corn, though it can also be made from potatoes. It is known for its neutral flavor, high alcohol content, and versatility in cocktails.

      🤔 Why Do I Have an Intolerance to Vodka and Its Components?

      Your intolerance to vodka may be caused by:

      • Ethanol: The alcohol itself can irritate the gut, liver, or nervous system in sensitive individuals.
      • Residual Gluten: If vodka is made from gluten-containing grains, trace amounts might remain, causing symptoms in sensitive individuals.
      • Additives: Flavored vodkas may contain artificial flavorings, sugars, or preservatives that trigger intolerance.
      • Histamines: While vodka is lower in histamines compared to other alcohols, small amounts may still cause reactions in highly sensitive individuals.
      • Congeners: Though vodka is generally low in congeners, some brands may still contain trace amounts that can contribute to symptoms like headaches.

      If you tolerate other alcoholic drinks, it might be due to lower alcohol content, fewer additives, or absence of gluten in those drinks.

      🛠️ What Can I Do About It?

      To manage your sensitivity to vodka:

      • Avoid vodka for 8 weeks: Remove it completely from your diet during this period.
      • Reintroduce and retest: Gradually reintroduce vodka after 8 weeks to check for symptoms.
      • Choose alternatives: Opt for gluten-free or clear spirits with fewer additives.
      • Track symptoms: Keep a food and drink journal to monitor changes and identify triggers.

      💊 Supplements to Support Intolerance to Vodka and Inflammation from Alcohol

      These supplements can help ease symptoms and reduce inflammation:

      • Probiotics: Balances gut health and reduces inflammation caused by food and drink triggers.
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      • Milk thistle: Protects and detoxifies the liver from the effects of alcohol.
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      • NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine): Supports the liver’s detoxification processes.
      • Turmeric (curcumin): A natural anti-inflammatory to alleviate discomfort.
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      • Activated charcoal: May help absorb toxins and reduce the impact of alcohol on the body.
      • Electrolyte supplements: Helps replenish lost minerals and hydration.

      Why Do I Have an Intolerance to It and Not Other Alcoholic Drinks?

      Your intolerance to vodka but not other alcoholic beverages may result from:

      • Residual Gluten: Vodkas made from gluten-containing grains may leave trace gluten, unlike spirits made from corn or potatoes.
      • Additives in Flavored Vodkas: Artificial flavorings or sugars in flavored vodkas can trigger symptoms not present in pure spirits.
      • Ethanol Sensitivity: Vodka’s high alcohol content can irritate sensitive systems more than lower-alcohol beverages like beer or wine.

      These unique factors make vodka more likely to cause symptoms compared to other alcoholic drinks.

      🍹 Popular Drinks Involving Vodka

      • Vodka martini
      • Bloody Mary
      • Moscow mule
      • Cosmopolitan

      🥥 Alternatives to Vodka

      • Gin
      • Tequila (if tolerated)
      • White rum
      • Alcohol-free vodka alternatives
      • Seltzers or mocktails