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  • Darwin Mayor Says Floor Price Won’t Help

    The alcohol floor price introduced in the Northern Territory has been controversial but the latest voice to add to the criticism is Darwin Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis.

    The mayor says the alcohol floor price won’t work because true alcoholics will pay any price at all to get their fix, this comes after NT Consumer Affairs warned that alcohol prices in the state could be rising well beyond floor price legislation.

    Legislation as of October 1, raised the minimum price of a standard drink to $1.30. The mayor however is skeptical of the ability of the legislation to have a positive impact on public drunkenness.

    See more at http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-10-15/alcohol-floor-price-should-be-reviewed-darwin-lord-mayor-says/10376990

  • Study Finds Over 50s Misusing Alcohol More

    Research presented at an international alcohol conference recently claims that adults over the age of 50 in Australia and New Zealand are increasingly drinking at hazardous levels and requiring hospitalisation.

    The researchers from Massey University, the University of Auckland and the University of New South Wales found that now it’s vital for aged-care workers and doctors to identify alcohol misuse in older people, and the long term impacts on cognition.

    The number of older people needing treatment for alcohol-use disorders is predicted to increase in the near future, so now is the time to improve our response, Professor Michael Farrell, the director of the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre in Sydney explained.

    Source: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2018/nov/06/alcohol-misuse-by-over-50s-on-rise-in-australia-and-new-zealand-study-finds

  • A Patch That Can Help You Control The Physical Effect of Drinking

    A new patch can help you with the embarrassing problem of glowing like a lamp when you drink.

    Often referred to as ‘Asian glow’, the condition is a result of a deficiency in the ALDH2 enzyme. This is the enzyme that neutralises alcohol in your system.

    The patch helps to prevent the bright red face often caused by this deficiency. The patch apparently contains the antioxidant glutathione that sticks to the toxin acetaldehyde that is commonly found in alcohol. The toxin is turned into a harmless acetate.

    It also claims to support liver enzyme activity by supplementing the body with vitamins that are vital to their performance including N-Acetyl Cysteine, B-vitamins (B1, B5, B6, and B9), and Alpha-Lipoic Acid.

  • Here’s Some Perspective on Study That Claims All Drinking is A Risk

    A new study published in The Lancet says that there is no “safe” level of alcohol consumption and on a global scale, alcohol isn’t good for us. But as a post on Forbes.com points out, there’s more to the story.

    The study is helpful in changing the way recommendations are made, but doesn’t suggest that abstaining is the only healthy option.

    For the study, the team analysed data from 694 studies and created more accurate estimates of alcohol use patterns than past studies had. They re-examined 592 studies that included 28 million people around the world to look at 23 different health outcomes and linked alcohol consumption with these outcomes.

    Researchers found that alcohol use was responsible for more than 2% of all fatalities in women and just under 7% of deaths in men.

    Despite the health risks, alcohol isn’t without its benefits. For example for ischemic heart disease, there was a J-shaped curve. In other words risk fell slightly with a small amount of alcohol consumption compared to abstinence.

    People who drank also had less risk of developing heart disease and there were also benefits for stroke and diabetes risks but seems moderation is the key.

    Read more at https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2018/08/24/if-youre-worried-about-the-new-alcohol-study-heres-some-perspective/#4a9738da661c

  • Men Alcohol and Sugar Could be Driving Down Your Testosterone

    As a man you know the need for testosterone – it’s vital for a number of things including a lean physique, optimal cognitive function and healthy bones.

    In fact doctors say men with low levels of testosterone can suffer from issues such as loss of lean muscle, increased body fat, fatigue, osteoporosis, low drive and motivation, difficulty concentrating and memory loss.

    There are a few lifestyle factors that impact testosterone levels including chronic stress, lack of physical activity, certain foods and chemicals, as well as environmental factors.

    A recent post on MensHealth.com highlighted the 3 biggest slayers of testosterone ie. Sugar, Alcohol and lack of sleep.

    In fact a study was quoted which claimed that a man’s testosterone level before and after consumption showed a difference of 25%. When blood alcohol levels are high, testosterone is at its lowest.

    Read more at https://www.menshealth.com.au/what-causes-low-testosterone-blockers

  • What it Means to Be a Women in Hospitality The Focus of Round Table Series

    A new series of round table discussions were launched earlier this month by Women in Hospitality, covering a range of issues from immigration laws to what being a female bartender means.

    The series began on 5 November at Bloodwood in Newtown with a discussion led by chef and owner Clare Van Vuuren.

    It also included advice from bartenders Jemima MacDonald and Elle Charalamb from Earl’s Juke Joint around a banquet style meal.

    Organisers say it is hoped the event will start the discussion for business owners, office managers and recruiters.

    See more at https://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/women-in-hospitality-launch-round-table-series/

  • Online Tool Helps you Determine If You Have a Drinking Problem

    An online tool released in the United States helps people with drinking problems, particularly those with alcohol-use disorder (AUD) – a medical condition that can be severe or mild.

    The Alcohol Treatment Navigator, developed by the US National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism for people who are concerned about their drinking but don’t know how to seek help or where to look for help.

    The website offers a questionnaire for problem drinkers and a quiz that assesses the drinker’s drinking patterns.

    The site also offers a description of the types of treatment for alcohol-use disorder from residential treatment programs, family counseling and even medication.

    The site also gives advice on how to find high-quality treatment and how to search.While it is tailored toward Americans, the advice given can be applied by anyone, anywhere.

    Source: https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2018/10/find-out-if-you-have-a-drinking-problem-with-this-online-tool/

  • Changes to Alcohol Bottle Labels Include Pregnancy Drinking Warning

    After seven years of lobbying by health ministers, soon every bottle of alcohol in Australia will carry a label warning pregnant women of the dangers of drinking while pregnant.

    Since 2011, alcohol companies have had a window to introduce the warning labels on their own but Australian and New Zealand ministers came to an agreement to have mandatory labels put on bottles.

    At the moment, 75 per cent of bottles feature the warning tags  but soon it will mandatory for all alcohol bottles.

    The warning labels must contain a pictogram and warning statement developed by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).

    Read more at: https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/drink/it-has-taken-seven-years-of-lobbying-but-the-change-is-about-to-happen/news-story/b6f5236dab9f54fced40af5c3fef129b

     

  • Here’s How to Drink Moderately

    With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s as good a time as any to get your drinking under control, particularly given all the temptation you’re likely to face over the coming months.

    If you’re trying to start drinking more responsibly and moderately, here are some things you should remember.

    1. Keep in mind why you want to drink more responsibly, is it for your health, your safety, your relationships etc?

    2.Find a friend that can do it with you. You two can hold each other accountable for every drink

    3. Stay away from temptation.

    4. Reward yourself for good behaviour. For example, take the money saved on alcohol and buy something you really want.

    Source: https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/tell-everyone-and-six-other-tips-to-help-you-drink-less-1.3655650

  • What Happens when Your Drink Alcohol on an Empty Stomach

    Time and time again you’ve heard that you shouldn’t drink on an empty but has anyone ever explained why, other than it will get you drunk quicker?

    In this video, we see exactly how alcohol affects an empty stomach and why you should always have something to eat before indulging.