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Today Michael is answering the following questions from Two Percent readers:* What’s your opinion on the health effects of drinking, and if I’m drinking too much, how do I stop?* How can I get really fit in one year?Here’s why these questions matter. The alcohol question:* The debate over the health effects of alcohol is hotter than ever. * Many health influencers now say you should have a zero-tolerance policy with alcohol, meaning any amount of alcohol is bad and not good for your health.* I disagree.* I think some amount of alcohol can actually be health-promoting—but the amount of alcohol we drink and context we drink it in is what determines whether it’s health or not.* We’ll also explain how to think about not drinking if you think you drink too much.* The current medical literature describes substance abuse as a “brain disease.” But I think that’s wrong. Rather, I think it’s a signal that needs to be unpacked.The getting fit in a year question.* I’m going to do you one better: I’ll explain how to get fit in six month.* This matters because, if you’re currently sedentary, getting fit is one of the best things you can do for health and longevity.* But people new to fitness often go about it wrong.* I’ll explain a six month action plan that’ll get you fit. Really fit. I’ve seen it work on many people. * Below you also find a short template for how to approach this.To get access to the full episode, become a Member at TWOPCT.com

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