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  • Psychologist Reveals What Your Drink on Your First Date Says

    Do you remember what you ordered on your first dates? Is there a go-to drink you keep ordering on a date, a pyschologist and dating expert Amelie Guerard reveals what your first date drink says about you.

    Beer

    A solid and popular choice, it usually means you’re pretty chilled.

    Generally this indicates you aren’t putting any pressure on this date and don’t have high expectations.

    Wine

    A common first date drink that signifies sophistication.

    The doctor says the person who orders this likes knowing everyone’s business and tells it like it is.

    They probably don’t like being alone and love being complimented.

    If you date orders wine be cautious of what you do and say.

    Rum drink

    If you order a rum based drink, you are probably a mysterious and captivating person.

    You enjoy being the life of the party and having fun.

    Usually your date could turn into a full on adventure, Dr. Guerard says.

    Prosecco

    People who order bubbly drinks are usually shy. An interesting person with a composed exterior.

    These people are usually classy but not shallow and you would probably have to initiative the conversation with this person.

    See more https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/drink/psychologist-reveals-what-your-drink-says-on-the-first-date/news-story/4a5ec096f67e94176b1e2125d282d89c

  • The Benefits of Drinking Whisky

    Drinking whisky can actually benefit your life and some centennials swear by a shot a day. So here’s why you should be drinking whisky, other than it’s delicious (but acquired) taste.

    1. Moderate alcohol consumption is good for your brain health and can actually lower your risk of developing dementia.

    2. It can help calm your nerves and reduce stress.

    3. It can help you shake off a cold. This isn’t just an old wives tale, it has been proven by researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Centre.

    4. It can help ward off heart disease.

    5. Moderate drinking can reduce your risk of stroke, according to researchers from Harvard University.

  • Young People Less Likely To Seek Help For Alcohol Problems

    According to the What’s Up In Your World survey, nine per cent of young people feel they needed help for alcohol problems. Unfortunately only one third of these people actually go out and seek help.

    Professor Maree Teesson from the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre has been studying why young people are struggling with problem drinking and it seems most young people although they recognise the need for help, wont actually ask for help.

    According to Teesson, it usually takes 18 years from when someone starts having problems with alcohol to seeking treatment.

    Professor Teesson says there’s a stigma around alcohol and only the really brave young people will actually seek help.

    She said another problem is that people don’t feel like things will work for them if they go and seek help.

    The survey also found young people are drinking less than they were a year ago, but when they do drink, they’re doing so to get drunk.

    Find out more at http://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/young-people-unlikely-to-get-help-for-problem-drinking/10063122

  • Driver Consumed 40 Cans of Beer before Car Crash

    A court has heard that a father in Victoria consumed 30 or 40 drinks before a car crash that claimed the life of his 12 year old son.

    The 35 year old father from Kialla in north-east Victoria was involved in a crash in Shepparton and has been charged with culpable driving and dangerous driving causing death.

    The man’s car was traveling west on Wanganui Road and hit into a pole around 1:00am on a Saturday morning.

    The 12 year old boy was sitting in the front passenger seat when the crash occurred and was killed on impact.

    Two other children were hurt and were taken to hospital. They are in a stable condition.

    The court heard that the father who had a learners permit had taken the children to a fast food restaurant prior to the crash however he later had no memory of this.

    He was allegedly driving within the speed limit when the crash took place.

    Source: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-08-06/man-drank-before-shepparton-crash-that-killed-son-court-hears/10080160

  • Excessive Alcohol Consumption Can Increase Prostate Cancer Threat

    A recent study found that teens who drink and smoke were at a greater risk of heart problems later in life but now researchers have also found that teenagers who drink dramatically increase their risk of deadly prostate cancer later in life.

    The study conducted by researchers from the University of North Carolina in the US, revealed that the prostate develops rapidly during puberty and is more sensitive to carcinogenic exposure during the adolescent years which explains why teenage drinking is bad for the prostate.

    Researchers found that in the study’s participants, consumption of at least 7 alcoholic drinks per week tripled the likelihood having high grade prostate cancer.

    For more visit https://www.sbs.com.au/news/heavy-drinking-boosts-prostate-risk-study

  • Danger 5 Cocktails

    These cocktails inspired by the Aussie comedy Danger 5 are perfect for fans and non-fans alike.  While it may not be to everyone’s tastes, try this if you’re looking for something a little different.

  • Moderate Drinking May be Good for Your Heart

    A new study published in the journal BMC Medicine found that moderate drinking may lower risk of heart disease.

    The finding was more pronounced in people who consumed alcohol moderately in a consistent way, as compared to people who had unstable drinking patterns who were more likely to suffer coronary heart disease.

    The researchers examined data from 6 different studies including 5 out of Britain which examined people’s drinking patterns and their risk of developing coronary heart disease.

    Researchers collected data from more than 35,000 people and tracked them on average for 12,6 years.

    Read more about the findings at: https://www.perthnow.com.au/lifestyle/drink/alcohol-study-moderate-drinking-may-help-heart-health-but-theres-a-catch-ng-b88936269z

  • Ultimate Barbeque Cocktail

    If you’re planning a barbeque or party anytime soon, this is the perfect centre-piece for your table that happens to double as a server for your delicious Watermelon cocktail. Learn to make the cocktail and the dispenser here.

    Watch and see how you’re going to impress your guests at your next soiree.

  • Study Shows Arteries Damaged by Early Smoking and Drinking

    A study by The University College London (UCL) found that the combination of high alcohol consumption and smoking increased the risk of hardened arteries in teenagers by the age of 17.

    The study found that the combination of smoking and drinking by teens increased the risk compared to drinking and smoking separately.

    Arterial stiffness is indicative of blood vessel damage which can be a precursor for heart and blood vessel problems later on in life, including heart attacks and strokes, even more reasons why teenagers should avoid alcohol and cigarettes completely.

    Read more at https://www.news.com.au/world/breaking-news/early-smoking-drinking-damages-arteries/news-story/56d11175f73f1e33577e298a726cf3fa

  • Honey Watermelon Cocktail

    Nothing says spring more than a fresh, bright cocktail so why not give this delicious Honey Watermelon cocktail a try – it’s as beautiful as it is tasty and simple enough to make in bulk.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01rSTt3XSGw