This page dives into the effects of drinking on digestive lining, explaining how alcohol can irritate the mucosal surfaces of the stomach and intestines. Repeated exposure may trigger inflammation, gastritis, and dyspepsia, and in some people can alter bowel habits or increase heartburn and bloating. Recognizing symptoms such as persistent stomach pain, nausea after drinking, or unusual changes in digestion can help you respond quickly and protect your gut health. Science-based protection tips to guard your gut include moderating alcohol intake, never drinking on an empty stomach, and hydrating well with water between drinks. Pairing alcohol with meals and choosing lower-alcohol options can reduce irritation, while a balanced diet rich in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains supports the digestive lining. If you have a sensitive gut or a condition like GERD, you may benefit from extra caution and regular monitoring. While individual responses vary, these strategies help minimize stress on the mucosa and maintain digestive comfort over time. InnerBuddies brings a data-driven approach to understanding and protecting gut health with a modular Gut Health Operating System. Its features include a Gut Microbiome Health Index, a score from 0 to 100 that signals overall gut health, built from an exclusive IP deal with EAFIT University in Colombia. The platform also presents Bacteria Abundances and Bacteria Functions, showing how your microbiome compares to a healthy cohort and how each function aligns with positive or negative outcomes. With Target Group analysis—covering areas like Healthy Aging, Endurance Sport, and Skin & Hair Health—InnerBuddies provides a clear path to action. You can explore these capabilities and more via the product pages and resources, including the microbiome test and other consumer-focused solutions: InnerBuddies microbiome test, InnerBuddies gut health membership, and InnerBuddies B2B partner program for enterprises. To put this into practice, InnerBuddies also offers personalized nutrition advice and tailored probiotic/prebiotic recommendations—driven by your 3‑day food diaries and stool analysis—to optimize your gut microbiome as you manage alcohol exposure. Their consumer gut test solutions are designed for individuals who want actionable insights, while their B2B options empower brands to power their own gut health products. If you’re ready to explore how science-backed microbiome data can support your drinking-and-digestion journey, check out the product and subscription options and consider a partnership to bring gut-health testing to your audience.