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  • Summer Responsible Alcohol Consumption Warning

    Australians are being reminded to be responsible when drinking this summer especially given the mix of holidays, celebrations, hot weather and in many cases the beach, pool or some other body of water.

    While Australia’s alcohol consumption rates are declining, especially among the youth, older Australians are continuing to drink at high levels and put themselves at risk.

    We all know the immediate dangers of drinking too much, alcohol poisoning, risky behaviour etc. but what about the long term effects and risk of injuries.

    Cancer and heart disease are just 2 of the diseases linked to alcohol and particularly in Australia alcohol has been linked to drowning deaths.

    According to statistics around 40% of drownings in Australia can be linked to alcohol as we continue to mix alcohol and swimming.

  • You Could be Genetically Wired to Drink Alcohol

    Apparently you could be genetically wired to have a taste for alcohol.

    So how do you tell if you’re genetically predisposed to alcohol, you should ask yourself one question, do you think Brussels sprouts taste bitter?

    The author of the study linked genetics to how we perceive bitter substances. If you find brussels sprouts bitter, you could find the taste of alcohol bitter as well.

    The Australian-led research shows that people are predisposed to have a bitter taste receptor and will experience a higher sensitivity to bitterness.

    These people will probably find dark leafy greens and alcohol bitter and dislike the taste initially.These people generally consume less alcohol, the study found.

    See more at https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2018/11/16/alcohol-coffee-tea-the-genetic-reason-why-they-taste-bitter

  • Spicy Ancho Vanilla Dark and Stormy Cocktail Recipe

    Here’s a cool Ancho-vanilla cocktail recipe to try this holiday season.

    Ancho is a mexican blend of dried chilli varieties so this spicy cocktail really packs a flavour punch. Give it a try today.

     

  • More Women Dying from Alcohol then Before

    A new report from the University of Washington claims that alcohol kills more people annually than overdoses, and statistics shows this is on the rise.

    The study claims that alcohol was responsible for 2.8 million deaths in 2016 through related diseases like cancer, liver disease, pancreatitis, injury and suicide.

    Between 2007 and 2017, the number of alcohol-related deaths rose 35%. Among women the rise was even more staggering, 85%, although women drink less than men.

    Alcohol related deaths in men increased by 29 per cent and the number of teenage deaths from drinking decreased 16 per cent.

    Source: https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/alcohol-related-deaths-among-women-soaring-whys-nothing-done-100813270.html

  • Studies Claim Alcohol Helps You Live Longer

    According to studies, drinking a couple of glasses of beer or wine a night could actually help you live longer, as long as you’re drinking moderately and sticking to the recommended daily limits.

    Researchers examined the lives of people who lived passed the age of 90 and found that there were 5 factors linked to longer life including modest consumption of alcohol.

    Researchers found that people who had consumed 2 glasses of beer or wine every day had a 18 per cent reduced risk of premature death compared to people who didn’t drink at all.

    The study included 1700 people who were in their 90s by 2003.

    So if you want to live longer, reach for that glass of wine or beer.

    Source: https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/studies-claim-drinking-alcohol-key-longer-life-220051809.html

  • The Perfect Christmas Cocktail

    If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas cocktail here’s an awesome contender. This cranberry-ginger Mimosa cocktail would be perfect for Christmas breakfast or brunch.

  • People in Cold Climates Drink More Alcohol

    According to research out of the United States, people living in cold climates with less sunlight are more likely to drink heavily.

    Researchers discovered a link between average temperature and hours of sunlight and alcohol consumption.

    They examined data from 193 countries, discovering evidence that climate contributed to more binge drinking and liver disease.

    An explanation may be that because alcohol is a vasodilator, it relaxes blood vessels and increases the flow of warm blood to the skin. So people may be drinking it to feel warm.

    Binge drinking has also been linked to depression, which tends to be more prevalent when sunlight is scarce.

    See more at https://www.smh.com.au/world/europe/chill-factor-people-in-cold-climates-drink-more-alcohol-20181119-p50gws.html

  • Doctors Warn About Problematic Drinking in Over Fifties

    According to a New Zealand Massey University study, an alarmingly large number of older people are drinking to dangerous levels, causing concern among Australian and overseas doctors.

    Up to 40 per cent of older people are drinking 5 or more times weekly and binge drinking, increasing the likelihood of sickness and disease. Sadly this age group is overlooked when it comes to responsible drinking messages.

    And the problem isn’t limited to New Zealand, in Australia women over 50 are leading the harmful trend of binge drinking, according to GP and addiction specialist Dr Hester Wilson.

    The doctor added that at this age our bodies don’t bounce back in the same way, particularly our livers. As we get older we feel the effects of alcohol more.

    Also people of this age group are more likely to be on medication – which shouldn’t be mixed with alcohol.

    See more at: https://thenewdaily.com.au/life/wellbeing/2018/10/12/doctors-alarm-older-people-drinking/

     

  • How To Make a Simple Syrup with no Heat

    I’ve often wondered why ‘simple syrup’ is called that when it isn’t that simple to make, especially because you have to make it on the heat.

    Finally I found an easier way to make simple syrup for cocktails that doesn’t require you put on the stove,

  • Christmas Cocktail Ideas

    If you’re bored with the same old cocktails for Christmas year after year, why not try one of these instead?

    There’s something for everyone here, just make sure you and your guests are being responsible and drinking in moderation.