Alcohol is a beverage consumed for its mood-altering effects. It acts as a central nervous system depressant and is available in many forms, such as wine, beer, liquor, champagne and flavored drinks. While occasional use is relatively harmless...
When a person has a bad day or is feeling anxious she may drink alcohol in order to feel relaxed and forget about her anxiety, but in reality alcohol can actually cause negative feelings to worsen and anxieties to increase, report experts at the...
When a person consumes large quantities of alcohol, it can damage her liver. Alcoholic liver damage has three different conditions: steatosis, hepatitis and cirrhosis. Steatosis, or fatty liver, results from a buildup of fat in the liver, while...
Diabetics often ask whether drinking alcohol is safe, given their condition. Many believe that alcohol consumption causes hyperglycemia (high blood glucose), because beer, wine, and liquor are high in carbohydrates. However, a 12-oz. can of...
Cholesterol is the waxy substance that can be found in your bloodstream. Your body makes it naturally, and you can also get it from certain foods. Excessive drinking of alcohol is also known to raise cholesterol levels, according to the American...
Triglycerides are blood fats that provide a source of energy to keep you moving in between meals. Too many of these lipids, however, can pose serious risks for your heart health. Drinking alcohol can cause triglycerides to rise significantly, even...
Diabetes mellitus is characterized by high blood glucose levels resulting from the body's inability to produce or use insulin. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert sugar and starches into energy. In Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas produces no...
Vitamin D-3, also known as cholecalciferol, is important in regulating the balance of calcium and phosphorous in your body. In addition, this vitamin plays a role in neurological, muscular and immune system functioning. Few foods contain vitamin...
A fatty liver occurs when an excess amount of triglycerides accumulates in the liver cells. One cause of a fatty liver is alcohol abuse, in which case it is called alcoholic steatohepatitis. Untreated alcoholic steatohepatitis can lead to more...
There are a number of different things which can increase your risk of developing coronary artery disease, including what foods and drinks you consume. One such factor is alcohol consumption. Although drinking alcohol in moderation may be...
Drinking alcohol will not cause lactose intolerance symptoms unless the alcoholic beverage contains dairy. Some alcoholic beverages, such as pina coladas, white Russians and cream liquors contain dairy, which means they also contain lactose. If...
You may be surprised to find out relaxing at the end of the day and enjoying a glass of your favorite red wine may do more than just benefit your mind and well being. Red wine can reduce the amount of LDL your body produces and also change the...
Heart rate refers to the number of heart beats per minute, or bpm. A normal heart rate for an average adult, according to the Mayo Clinic, is between 60 and 100 bpm. As you age, your heart rate will gradually slow. There are a variety of factors...
Type 2 diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), is the most common type of diabetes in the country. The disease occurs when your body does not produce enough insulin or your cells cannot process or respond to the insulin,...
Triglycerides, a type of fat, help determine your vulnerability to heart disease. Low triglycerides equal low risk and high triglycerides equal high risk. Other factors, including your medical history, age and gender can further escalate your...
Alcoholism impairs nutrition, leading to low levels of vitamin B-12 and other vitamins and minerals, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Alcohol harms your liver and your body's ability to absorb and use nutrients....
Being diabetic means that your body either does not make enough insulin or that it cannot use insulin properly. In either case, you have to be conscious about your blood sugar, or glucose, levels. Even skipping a single meal can throw your glucose...
The liver is the largest organ in the body and is responsible for many functions, including detoxification and removal of harmful substances. A chronic liver disease that develops as a result of excess alcohol consumption is caused cirrhosis....
Most adults have their wisdom teeth, or third molars, removed at some point. Sometimes the teeth may be impacted, or stuck in the bone of your mouth. Other times, your wisdom teeth may be fully or partially erupted through the bone and gums. Your...
Alcoholism can lead to serious health problems including pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, heart disease and kidney disease. However, drinking a moderate amount of alcohol may actually have benefits, especially pertaining to your heart....
Alcohol withdrawal refers to the set of symptoms that occur as a result of ceasing alcohol consumption when the body has an alcohol dependency, according to Drugs.com. The dependency on alcohol develops because of the physiological and...
The consumption of alcoholic beverages is linked to serious health problems in both women and men. Women, however, are 50 to 100 percent more likely to die from alcohol-related health problems, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse...
The National Center for Biotechnology Information defines alcoholism as a state where an individual persists in consuming alcohol while showing signs of physical addiction. These signs can include withdrawal symptoms and tolerance, and alcohol use...
Alcohol abuse contributes to a variety of health conditions. An area of alcohol-mediated morbidities that has received considerable attention is that of cardiovascular disease. Within this field, there is great interest in the mechanism by which...
Alcohol consumption in the United States is a serious problem. According to ehealthMD, of the almost 14 million Americans who have problems with alcohol consumption, around 8 million of them are alcoholics. The organization further reports that...
Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is introduced into the body through the consumption of foods. Cholesterol is found in high concentrations in fried and fatty foods. The accumulation of cholesterol in the bloodstream can lead to the development...
Drinking might, on occasion, benefit your health --- but if you are trying to lose weight, alcohol can sabotage your efforts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a limit of one drink per day for women and two drinks per day...
Apathy is an emotional condition in which an individual loses interest in life. Researchers have linked alcohol consumption, indirectly, with apathy. Findings indicate that the consumption and over-consumption of alcohol can have a significant...
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