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How long does the effect of alcohol have on my muscle building progress if i have a beer every night?

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Not sure but: Alcohol is a direct toxin to muscle and on men, it will lower testosterone. Neither effect is good if you are in training. Nevertheless, the effect of a single beer would likely be small and the alcohol metabolized in 60-90 mins.

Dr El Nesr agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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