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  • Drinking Beer Can Help Prevent Alzheimers

    According to a recent study drinking a few pints of beer a day actually does the brain good, actually cutting the risk of Alzheimer’s.

    In fact scientists found that a limited daily intake of beer reduces brain inflammation and helps flush out harmful toxins.

    Scientists say 2 medium sized glasses of wine or a few large vodkas would have a similar effect however they did warn that 6 pints damages the central nervous system.

    Research involved mice and testing how their brains reacted to different levels of alcohol.

    Find out more https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5488681/drinking-two-pints-of-beer-a-day-cuts-alzheimers-risk-but-six-can-cause-it/

  • Study Suggests Tax on Soft Drinks Could Cause People to Drink More Beer

    Experts say a sugar tax could have the consequence of people switching from soft drinks to alcohol.

    According to researchers people could end up drinking more beer and wine, despite the negative health impacts of excessive drinking.

    Researchers also say that wine and beer sometimes has more calories than soft drinks, so a sugar levy could produce net neutral or negative health impacts.  Read more at http://www.smh.com.au/national/taxing-soft-drink-may-make-us-drink-more-beer-suggests-new-study-20180123-p4yys2.html

  • A List of Heart Healthy Wines

    Research has long told us that drinking wine in moderation is good for your health and your heart in particular but with all the wines out there which ones should we be leaning towards if we want to benefit our cardiovascular health.

    Grapes are renowned for their antioxidants which lower the risk of heart disease and lessen blood clotting risks but make sure you stick to only 1 or 2 servings per day for men and one serving per day for women to enjoy maximum benefits.

    Cabernet Sauvignon and darker, drier wines are more rich in antioxidants than sweeter wines. Pinot Noir and Merlot are also good options for anyone looking for  the healthiest wine options.

    Read more at https://www.livestrong.com/article/292418-list-of-heart-healthy-wines/

  • Study Shows Alcohol’s Brain Benefits

    Scientists from the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) recently conducted a study on mice that found that drinking the equivalent of 2.5 alcoholic drinks a day was actually beneficial to the brain. In fact scientists found that alcohol consumed in moderation could reduce brain inflammation.

    The study revealed that alcohol could benefit the glymphatic system, the system that removes waste products from the brain however excessive consumption was found to have the opposite effect. Read more at https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320824.php

  • Health Conscious? Should You Drink Wine or Just Grape Juice.

    While the health benefits of wine have long been toted, both red wine and grape juice promote heart health and healthy blood pressure, as well as reduce your risk of developing blood clots. So which is better?

    Red wine is rich in polyphenols, which help fight against disease and also contains resveratrol which promotes heart health. It is also anti-inflammatory which helps fight cancer and is anti-aging. Wine also helps lower bad cholesterol and prevents blood clots.

    Grape juice has all the same antioxidants as red wine such as resveratrol and polyphenol. Some of the benefits include reduced blood clots, lowered cholesterol, protects blood vessels in the heart and lowers blood pressure.

    Ultimately some people shouldn’t drink alcohol, such as pregnant women and those with health problems like a weak heart. These people will benefit from grape juice rather than wine.

    Red wine should always be enjoyed in moderation because in excess, the health benefits are actually reversed. Too much of any alcoholic beverage has more risks than rewards.

  • More Than Half of All Adults Drink to Cope with Stress

    A study has found that almost 60 per cent of adult are drinking alcohol to cope with stress.

    The study examined the drinking patterns of people in the UK between the ages of 18 and 75 and found that the stress of everyday life was driving people to drink.

    The study was conducted by Drinkaware and assessed over 6000 adults over a few weeks between March and April last year.

    Of those questioned, 38 per cent of people both male and female said they drink alcohol to forget their problems. Almost half of those in the study revealed they drank to cheer themselves up.

    If we understand why people drink, we can better understand problem drinking and help tackle it.

    Read more http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/alcohol-stress-coping-mechanism-uk-adults-drinking-wine-beer-a8159721.html

     

  • Four Percent of English Drink A Third of The Nation’s Alcohol

    According to the latest data, a minuscule 4 per cent of the English population consumes almost one third of all the alcohol sold in England.

    The data follows a debate currently going on in the British parliament about a 50 pence (Aus .87c) minimum unit price on alcohol.

    It was recently revealed that 4.4 per cent of the English population consumed just under a third of the alcohol consumed in the nation.

    Just 2 million people are drinking more than 30 per cent of the alcohol being consumed, and most are drinking the very cheap, high strength alcohol.

    See more at https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/europe/4-per-cent-of-english-drink-almost-1-3-of-england-s-alcohol-20180123-p4yyqv.html

  • A Guide to Hangover Cures

    There is so much debate around which hangover cures are best, which ones work and which one’s are just old wives tales.

    In our opinion the best cure is prevention, so drink in moderation and alternate one alcoholic drink with one glass of water and you can probably avoid getting a hangover altogether.

    If this isn’t an option, try one of these,

    • Ibuprofen washed down with grape fruit juice. The juice limits the activity of the enzyme that breaks down drugs and avoiding aspirin will be better for your stomach.
    • Pickle juice. Russians and Eastern Europeans swear by this method. It is believed to replenish electrolytes in your body.
    • Go for a run. To speed your metabolism and release endorphins.

    For more visit https://www.thechronicle.com.au/news/heres-how-to-cure-your-festive-hangover/3301264/

     

  • Online Help for Teens That Drink

    With many young people using alcohol to cope with mental health issues like anxiety and nervousness, a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) program has been developed by the experts at the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre.

    Research has shown that only 1 in 4 youths seek professional help for their mental health issues but many of them instead turn to excessive drinking, leading experts to develop the program called INROADS.

    The free program is available through the internet, and aims to support 17 to 24 year olds deal with this problem.

    INROADS is available discreetly for young people on their mobile phone, tablet or computer. Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-01-05/online-program-aims-to-help-youth-who-drink-due-to-anxiety/9307470

  • Should You Line Your Stomach Before Drinking?

    There are many theories about whether or not lining your stomach before a  night out will help you avoid a hangover, but is it true.

    Some people opt for milk while some Mediterranean countries opt for a spoon full of olive oil but are these real remedies or simply myths?

    Scientists say lining your stomach doesn’t really work because most of the alcohol is absorbed by the intestine. Only 20 per cent of alcohol is absorbed through the stomach, so lining your stomach would barely make an impact.

    Other remedies such as having a hearty breakfast to “mop up” the alcohol and drinking coffee to sober up have also proven to be minimally effective. Read more at https://theconversation.com/lining-your-stomach-with-milk-before-a-big-night-out-and-other-alcohol-myths-88116