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  • Government Contributes to Development of Anti-Binge Drinking App

    Thousands of Australians will benefit from a new program designed to help them cut down on alcohol, which the federal government has invested in.

    The government pledged $3million towards the program- a mobile app called the Daybreak Program. The app offers access to professional health coaching. It also offers an anonymous support platform.

    Health Minister Greg Hunt recently said of the government’s investment that alcohol is the third highest risk factor for premature death and disease in Australia. He said early intervention is important which is why the government is getting involved.

    Read more at https://www.news.com.au/national/breaking-news/new-online-tool-to-reduce-binge-drinking/news-story/5b0a98aded5446a2766e6790c3208772

  • The Real Reason Alcohol and Antibiotics Don’t Mix

    Have you heard that you shouldn’t drink alcohol if you’re taking antibiotics, but not sure why? Is it because alcohol negates the benefits of antibiotics or is it bad for your health? Watch this video for the real reason why alcohol and antibiotics shouldn’t mix.

  • Low-Alcohol Cocktails to Enjoy Throughout Summer

    If your resolution is to drink more responsibly this year, you may want to opt for more low alcohol cocktails that can be enjoyed throughout Summer and even into Autumn.

    Some of the best low alcohol cocktails include

    • low alcohol beer
    • Rosemary and bitters mimosa
    • Riesling spritz
    • Mojito mocktail
    • Vermouth
    • Aperol Float

    Read more at: https://www.abc.net.au/life/low-alcohol-cocktails-and-drinks-for-summer/10627708

  • Irish People Try America’s Strongest Alcohol

    The Irish know their alcohol, bringing us such world loved brands as Baileys and Guinness but what would they think of America’s strongest alcohol? In this video Irish people try a drink that’s 95% alcohol, let’s see what’s the verdict.

  • Study Says James Bond was an Alcoholic

    James Bonds may be known for his inability to die but if he were a real life person he would have died from some alcohol related disease by now.

    According to a new study out of New Zealand, James Bond has a serious drinking problem.

    Scientists have found that not only was James Bond ready to drink anything, he also engaged in dangerous activities while under the influence.

    He drank before fights, driving, gambling, operating machinery, performing extreme athletic acts, making contact with dangerous animals and even using dangerous weapons, according to Professor Nick Wilson from the University of Otago.

    Some of the animals James Bond contended with immediately after drinking included snakes, komodo dragons and tarantulas.

    While James Bond’s life may seem like a dream to some, idolizing his lifestyle, you may not want to take your drinking habits from the character.

    Source: https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/lifestyle/2018/12/james-bond-has-a-serious-alcohol-problem-study-says.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.

  • 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,

  • Stay Safe This Summer and Don’t Drink and Swim

    As part of its Respect the River campaign, Royal Life Saving Australia is warning Australians not to drink and swim this summer, especially around rivers and creeks.

    According to statistics 1087 people have drowned in rivers, streams and creeks over the last 15 years and 80 per cent of these were men – half of them had alcohol in their system.

    Royal Life Saving Australia researcher Amy Peden recently said on top of the more than 1,000 deaths, a further 522 people were hospitalised after near-drowning incidents. Many of these people now have permanent disabilities.

    She went on to state that on average they see a blood alcohol reading among adults who were drinking in rivers of 0.2 which is 4 times the legal limit.

    This is why rivers are where most drownings in Australian occur.

    According to Royal Life Saving Australia these are the 10 hotspots,

    Between July 1, 2008 –  June 30, 2018

    • Murray River (41 deaths)
    • Brisbane River, QLD (25 deaths)
    • Yarra River, VIC (25 deaths)
    • Hawkesbury River, NSW (15 deaths)
    • Murrumbidgee River, NSW (14 deaths)
    • Georges River, NSW (12 deaths)
    • Nepean River, NSW (10 deaths)
    • Parramatta River, NSW (10 deaths)
    • Swan River, WA (10 deaths)
    • Tweed River, NSW/QLD (10 deaths)

    See more at https://tendaily.com.au/news/australia/a181129pwo/summer-safety-warning-alcohol-water-a-deadly-combination-20181129

  • Researchers Say Cold Climate Residents Drink More

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

    Researchers have found a link between average temperature and hours of sunlight and alcohol consumption.They examined data from 193 countries, leading to evidence that climate contributed to a higher incidence of binge drinking and subsequent liver disease.

    Senior author Ramon Bataller, associate director of the Pittsburgh Liver Research Centre said the world first study systematically shows that worldwide and in The USA, in colder regions with less hours of sun, there is more drinking and more alcoholic cirrhosis.

    This is probably not surprising given that alcohol is a vasodilator and relaxes blood vessels while increasing the flow of warm blood to the skin, so people are probably drinking to warm up.

    Scientists have also linked drinking to depression which tends to be more common when sunlight is scarce.

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

  • Drinking Moderately Over the Summer Holidays

    The Summer holidays are what we wait all year for but many people have a tendency to over-indulge especially when it comes to alcohol consumption.

    Schoolies is one of those days when things get really out of hand.

    While many young people are shunning alcohol at rates never before seen in the country, due to health, economic and social reasons, others such as the Baby Boomers and Generation Xers are drinking at dangerous levels, placing their health and safety at risk.

    Among young people, irresponsible and excessive alcohol consumption can lead to injury, death or damage to your health in the long run.For example alcohol has been blamed for more than 200 disease conditions among older adults, including cancer and heart disease.

    Guidelines suggest no more than 2 standard drinks per day and no more than 10 a week. It is also recommended that we have at least 2 days per week when we do not drink.

    This summer, remember to stick to these guidelines and always drink responsibly.

    Source: https://www.forbesadvocate.com.au/story/5728319/take-it-easy-with-the-booze-this-summer/?cs=13479