Tag: Drinking less

According to research from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), alcohol's diuretic effect can cause mild dehydration, leading to classic hangover symptoms like headache and thirst. However, replacing fluids is only one part of the solution to feeling better after a night of drinking.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heavy drinking is defined for men as 15 or more drinks per week and for women as 8 or more drinks per week. Consuming 14 bottles of wine a week is an amount that far exceeds this threshold, placing a person at significant risk for severe and long-term health complications. This article explores the dangers of this excessive level of consumption and offers guidance toward healthier habits.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, even one episode of binge drinking can compromise the immune system, and many factors can cause an unpleasant reaction to alcohol even at lower consumption levels. Feeling sick after just a few drinks is a common yet confusing experience for many people. What might seem like a moderate amount of alcohol can trigger symptoms like nausea, headache, and flushing, leaving you wondering why your body is reacting so poorly.

According to the World Health Organization, there is no safe level of alcohol consumption. This article explores the evidence to answer the question: Which alcohol is least harmful to your heart?, providing clarity on the complex relationship between drinking habits and cardiovascular wellness.