Drinking alcohol seems to have been around for a very long time, a recent palaeogenetics study suggests. Sure, the primitive man did not have access to nowadays' delights and delicacies but instead got their buzz from fermented fruits. Of course, drinking alcohol in our days is a recreational habit. But humans from 10 million years ago, before agriculture or brewing were even thought of, only … [Read more...]
Most Heavy Drinkers Are Not Alcoholics
A new U.S. government report says that most heavy drinkers are not alcoholics. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention one in three adults drinks too much alcohol but that 90 percent of those who drink to excess are not alcohol dependent. Co-author of the study and the leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s alcohol program, Dr. Robert Brewer … [Read more...]
Blame it on Your Genes: Moderate Alcohol Consumption Benefits 15% of Population
As we all know, research usually suggested, for instance, that a daily glass of red wine was good for your health. Unfortunately, it turns out that the benefits might only apply to people who have the right genes. Swedish scientists have challenged claims that moderate alcohol consumption of 7 drinks a week for women and 14 for men has widespread health benefits. Researchers at Sahlgrenska … [Read more...]
Know your patients’ drinking habits, CDC asks doctors
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has urged the health professionals to ask their patients about their drinking habits and offer proper counseling to them. A new government report released by CDC has shown that at least 38 million U.S. adults drink too much. But only one in six adults talk to their doctor about their alcohol using habits. The survey shows, most adults, including … [Read more...]
