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  • The 5 Types of Problem Alcohol Drinkers

    According to new research from Penn State University, there isn’t just one type of problem drinker. In fact  there are as many as 5 distinct types of problem drinker profiles.

    Researchers found that disordered drinking can vary from person to person.

    For one drinker, problem drinking may involve falling over and getting themselves in dangerous situations while for others it may not seem to interfere with their lives at all.

    Scientists also found that certain drinking profiles were more common at different life stages, for example young adults may be more likely to experience adverse effects such as hangovers and withdrawal symptoms while older drinkers may struggle with alcohol-related injuries more often.

    Researchers outlined the following 5 problem drinking profiles, which may help you identify a problem drinker among your friends, family or patrons,

    1. Alcohol-induced injury: In addition to drinking too much, people in this profile reported getting into risky situations during or after drinking that may have resulted in injury.

    2. Difficulty cutting back: People in this group struggled with wanting to cut back on their problematic drinking but being unable to.

    3. Highly problematic, low perceived life interference: While people in this group reported experiencing many symptoms, they said their drinking did not interfere with their family, friends, work or hobbies.

    4. Adverse effects only: People who fit this profile reported experiencing hangovers or withdrawal symptoms in addition to drinking too much.

    5. Highly problematic: People in this group reported experiencing every symptom of alcohol use disorder.

    Read more at https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/five-types-problem-alcohol-drinkers-one-151748286.html

    According to an assistant research professor at the Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center, Ashley Linden-Carmichael, author of the groundbreaking study, the findings may have crucial implications for how alcoholism is understood and treated in the future.

    Linden-Carmichael says the research shows that we should think beyond whether a person has an alcohol use disorder and look specifically at what they’re struggling with and whether they’re in a particularly risky category.

    Alcoholism can affect many aspects of a person’s wellbeing, including their physical and mental health.

    According to statistics, the number of people admitted to hospital with alcohol-related behavioural disorders has grown over the past decade by a staggering 94% for people between 15-50 years and by 150% for people over 60 years old.

     

  • How to Make an Espresso Martini with Cold Brew Coffee

    The Mint Julep is the perfect pick-me-up cocktail for those after-work drinks with friends.  In this video you can learn how to make this classic bourbon cocktail.

  • 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

  • Drinking Ban Introduced on St Kilda after Violence

    Visitors to St Kilda this summer will no longer be allowed to drink alcohol on the foreshore, due to a booze ban which was introduced following a spate of fights and assaults.

    Last month the City of Port Phillip voted to ban alcohol on the beach, making it the latest to do so and bringing it in line with other popular beaches such as Sydney’s Coogee and Bondi beaches.

    Victorian Police said they will also be targeting St Kilda Beach in Operation SandSafe this summer.

    Recently police had to use capsicum spray in the arrest of 2 men after a larger group of youths allegedly assaulted and robbed a man.

    Last month a group of youths attacked 2 men and smashed a bottle over one man’s head and punching the other.

    The current ban extends current restrictions which prevent drinking from 8:00pm until noon every day. Police said this was extremely difficult to enforce.

    In the past such bans had led to a drop in violent incidents.

    See more at https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-12-06/st-kilda-beach-drinking-ban-after-violent-incidents/10588108

  • Take Your Cocktails to The Next Level without Diluting

    If you’ve evolved from a bartender to a mixologist, the regular cocktails probably just wont cut it to impress your patrons, so here’s a cool video that could help you to maximise flavour in your cocktails without diluting them.

     

  • 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.

     

  • 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.