Alcohol as a mutagen

Andrew Huberman explains that alcohol acts as a mutagen, a substance that can cause mutations in DNA. It disrupts cellular processes and can lead to DNA mutations by altering DNA methylation and cell cycle checkpoints. This mutagenic effect of alcohol is particularly harmful during embryonic development, potentially causing significant and permanent damage to the developing fetus. He emphasizes that no type or amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy due to these risks 1 .