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In this second part of our two-part series on the effects of alcoholism, our editors cover additional health challenges, alcoholism and relationships, and more. Be sure to -check out part one- if you haven't already. We left off talking about the health problems that can be caused by excessive alcohol consumption. And, as you might imagine, there's more than we could cover in the first part, so that's...
January 16, 2020
In this two-part series, our editors explore the effects of alcoholism on health and on the lives of those with a disorder resulting in alcohol abuse. In this part, we cover risk factors, symptoms and emergent health effects. Find the link to the second part of the series at the bottom of this page. While many adults are capable of safely enjoying alcohol from time to time, others are far more susceptible...
January 14, 2020
Elective-sobriety is 2019’s hottest and healthiest trend. But what is it exactly? Basically speaking, elective-sobriety is a movement in which people, even those who don’t have issues with alcohol, elect to stay sober. Many are finding out that the payoff of not drinking is worth the minor changes in their social life. I-n 2019, health is on trend. And perhaps nothing prioritizes healthy living quite...
July 8, 2019
Heavy drinkers can add one more worry to their list of potential health concerns. Excessive alcohol use can cause permanent changes to our DNA. These changes can result in increased cancer risks (especially gastrointestinal and reproductive types), disordered immune function and numerous other illnesses. The genetic changes might even intensify alcohol cravings and a desire to binge drink, even triggering...
March 4, 2019
Some people have a genetic predisposition that will at some point impact their blood pressure readings. Others have problems due to diet, weight or other medical factors. The good news is there are some things you can do to lower your blood pressure without necessarily relying on medications. Potassium-Rich Foods - Add foods rich in potassium to your regular diet. Potassium helps to regulate your blood...
June 12, 2018
When individuals engage in substance abuse (alcohol, drugs, etc.) and they are unable to quit usage on their own even though they have tried repeatedly, but succumb to using again, they possess an addiction. Addictions are multi-faceted; they affect individuals in one or more ways; biologically, psychologically or socially. When the body develops withdrawal symptoms after the individual discontinues...
April 27, 2018
We’re well past New Year's resolutions. Even assuming that you did stick to them, you might not be seeing the results that you wanted. New Year's’ resolutions are often Sisyphean tasks that require a sustained commitment, like earning a new degree or giving up smoking. Rarely do we resolve something that can be easily accomplished. And since one of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to lose...
March 13, 2017
I wasn’t going to post anything today. I was too busy contemplating some of the responses to my recent post about the -perils of drinking milk. There are some real stout defenders of the dairy industry (perhaps some fiscally motivated) and several felt the need to email me directly and/or try and post (so glad our platform has a profanity filter which does not allow profane posts to go live) implications...
March 20, 2015
St. Patrick's Day is here and that means green food, green garb and yes, lots and lots of green booze. While many will partake in the Irish themed festivities, there are ways to keep from partaking in the day after traditions of feeling ill. I've compiled some of my easy and healthy tips to keep you from being green well into the days following St. Paddy's Day! - What to do before your green hued liquor...
March 16, 2015
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