alcohol

You may want to raise a glass to the good news: Beer can make you happier, friendlier, and less inhibited. The new study found that some beer drinkers even feel sexier. Lead researcher Matthias Liechti said, “We found that drinking a glass of beer helps people see happy faces faster, and enhances concern for positive ...click here to read more

Alcohol drinkers may appreciate the latest health news: Moderate exercise has been shown to offset some of the harmful effects of alcohol consumption. Drinking alcohol has been linked to a number of negative health outcomes, but the new study suggests that 2.5 hours of exercise a week could reduce those complications. First author Karine Perreault ...click here to read more

Individuals with atrial fibrillation (heart rhythm disorder) who drink alcohol are more likely to experience stroke, compared to those who don’t drink. Study leader Dr. Faris Al-Khalili said, “Doctors should ask their [atrial fibrillation] patients about alcohol use and advise patients to cut down if they are drinking more than is recommended.” The study included ...click here to read more

We know that the food we eat can have an impact on our cholesterol levels, but did you know that alcohol can play a role, too? It’s been commonly suggested that a glass of red wine a day can actually benefit cholesterol and heart health, but there are still plenty of adverse effects associated with ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis affects the way a person tolerates alcohol, while alcohol consumption can lead to complications of diverticulitis. Diverticulitis is a condition characterized by inflamed or ruptured diverticula, which are bulging sacs in the lining of the large intestine. In general, alcohol negatively impacts even healthy individuals, but for someone with diverticulitis, the effects of alcohol ...click here to read more

A new study found that those who quit smoking also consume less alcohol. The researchers examined the data from nearly 6,300 smokers in England of which 144 noted they have tried to quit smoking. The researchers found that those who tried to cut on tobacco drank less alcohol, and were less likely to binge drink, ...click here to read more

The risk of stomach cancer was found to be higher in those who consume high amounts of alcohol and processed meat. Excess weight is another contributing factor to stomach cancer. Furthermore, the risk of stomach cancer continues to rise as a person consumes more alcohol and processed meat, or puts on more weight. The findings ...click here to read more

Even after one alcoholic beverage, your risk of heart trouble temporarily increases, according to latest findings. The effects on your heart from alcohol can take place within one hour after consuming the beverage. On the other hand, after 24 hours the protective properties of alcohol on the heart begin to take effect – but these ...click here to read more

We all know that alcohol is our liver’s number one nemesis, and if you’re up there in age, you may think there is nothing you can do to combat all those years of treating your liver poorly with booze. Alcohol has been linked to many liver conditions, such as alcoholic liver disease, fatty liver disease, ...click here to read more

The holidays have long past and its time we get back to our daily routine. During the holiday season we tend to overindulge – too much food, sweet and of course, alcohol. We toast to each other, we toast to the New Year, it seems everything we do surrounding the holidays involves alcohol, and if ...click here to read more

Excessive alcohol consumption during Christmas can be harmful to your liver. The holiday season is a time of togetherness and celebrating and often times celebrating is associated with alcohol consumption. Whether you’re toasting champagne or sipping on wine alcohol becomes a large focus during the holidays. You may not think that drinking for a few ...click here to read more

Experts are suggesting that people take part in Dry January where they reduce or stop consuming alcohol for the month of January. The recommendations come into play because researchers have found that going one month without alcohol not only improves health, especially after the holidays, but it is enough time to form new habits which ...click here to read more

Chronic pancreatitis (pancreas inflammation) is likely associated with smoking, alcohol and gene mutation. Chronic pancreatitis is a long-term progressive inflammatory disease of the pancreas, which can lead to permanent damage and malfunction of the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ located in the abdomen and is responsible for producing enzymes and hormones to help digest ...click here to read more

Numerous studies have shown a link between smoking and alcohol consumption, and new research has come to light that further explains the association. Previously, it was discovered that 85 percent of drinkers were also nicotine-dependent. The latest findings, which come from the University of Missouri School of Medicine, reveal that the association comes from the effects of ...click here to read more