Tag: alcohol
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One Drink a Day: The Real Effects on Your Body
Introduction: Is a daily drink really harmless? Alcohol is a toxin, and even small, regular exposure can add up. When researchers discuss “one drink a day,” they’re usually referring to a standard measure of ethanol. For many adults, this can be a cautious, socially accepted amount. But the health effects aren’t uniform: age, sex, genetics,…
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One Alcoholic Drink a Day: What It Really Does to Your Body
How a Daily Drink Adds Up Many people think a single alcoholic drink per day is a harmless indulgence. However, when you drink daily—whether a glass of wine, beer, or a mixed drink—the body is consistently exposed to alcohol’s effects. Alcohol is a toxin, and even moderate, regular exposure can influence multiple organ systems over…
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Single Binge Drinking Session Can Weaken Gut Lining, Study Finds
New Insights on Alcohol and Gut Health A recent study sheds light on how even a single binge drinking session can impact the gut. Researchers examined the effects of consuming a typical binge amount—roughly four drinks for women or five for men within about two hours—and found measurable changes that suggest the gut lining becomes…
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Binge Drinking Harms Gut Health: One Session Can Damage
New evidence links a single binge drinking session to gut damage A recent study highlights a startling finding: even a single binge drinking episode—roughly four drinks for women or five for men within about two hours—can weaken the gut lining. While the health risks of chronic heavy drinking are well known, this research draws attention…
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Coasting into the New Year: A Moderate, Enjoyable Way to Ring in 2025
What is coasting, and why is it catching on for New Year’s Eve? As the calendar flips to another year, many of us seek celebrations that feel festive without the heavy aftereffects. The latest buzz in the drinks world is the idea of “coasting.” Far from a vague buzzword, coasting is about choosing beverages—whether white…
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Higher Frequency or Quantity of Alcohol Intake Linked to Several Cancers: What the Latest Review Finds
New Evidence Ties Alcohol Use to Multiple Cancer Risks Health researchers are highlighting a growing body of evidence that links higher-frequency and greater-quantity alcohol consumption to an elevated risk of several cancers. A recent review published online November 13 in Cancer Epidemiology synthesizes data from multiple studies to better understand how drinking patterns influence cancer…
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Even Low Alcohol Intake Raises Oral Cancer Risk in Indian Men: New Multicentre Study
New findings link small alcohol intake to higher oral cancer risk in Indian men A large multicentre study published in BMJ Global Health has brought new attention to the link between alcohol consumption and oral cancer in India. The research shows that even low levels of alcohol intake significantly increase the risk of buccal mucosa…
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Alcohol Mouth Cancer Risk: Tiny Sips May Raise Your Odds
New findings link even tiny amounts of alcohol to mouth cancer risk A recent study from the Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) highlights a troubling possibility: there may be no truly safe level of alcohol when it comes to mouth cancer. The researchers suggest that even a few gulps of beer a day could marginally increase…
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Should You Give Your Teen Alcohol at Christmas? What Parents Need to Know
Considering Giving Teens Alcohol at Christmas: A Quick Reality Check For many families, the holidays bring questions about how to handle underage drinking. Some parents worry that letting teens drink in a supervised setting might teach moderation and keep them from bingeing later. However, research and expert guidance consistently warn that this approach can backfire,…
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Should you give your teenager alcohol at Christmas? A practical guide for parents
Should you give your teenager alcohol at Christmas? A practical guide Holidays are a time for family, togetherness, and celebrations. For parents navigating teenage years, one question often arises: should I allow a small amount of alcohol at Christmas, or is it safer to avoid any alcohol entirely? The short answer from researchers and child…