Marc Bates, MPH, announces the release of his latest YouTube video examining groundbreaking biochemical research that reveals how even minimal alcohol consumption creates a metabolic "liver traffic jam" disrupting ketosis for 48-72 hours.

The research challenges conventional understanding of "moderate" drinking for individuals following ketogenic diets. According to Bates' findings, even zero-carbohydrate alcoholic beverages completely halt ketone production through the liver's evolutionary priority system.

"Even the cleanest, zero-carb spirits like vodka or dry wine caused a metabolic blackout in people who were otherwise deep in ketosis," Bates explained. "They'd be in the fat-burning zone, humming along beautifully, then have one drink and flatline their ketones."

The study reveals a five-step biochemical mechanism where ethanol processing depletes critical NAD+ molecules, creating cascading metabolic disruptions. When alcohol enters the bloodstream, the liver immediately shifts all resources to detoxification, treating ethanol as a toxin that must be cleared before resuming normal metabolic functions.

Research indicates women experience more severe and prolonged ketosis disruption due to physiological differences in enzyme activity and body composition. Recovery times vary significantly based on individual factors including liver enzyme efficiency, nutrient status, and metabolic flexibility.

The findings challenge the concept of "moderate" alcohol consumption for individuals pursuing therapeutic ketosis benefits for conditions including epilepsy, metabolic disorders, and cognitive enhancement.