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For some people, drinking on a flight is a given—but it doesn't always end well. After the plane lands and your buzz wears off, you might be left feeling like crap, possibly even worse than if you had been drinking on the ground. In fact, Chrissy Teigen recently tweeted that she didn’t drink on a […]
Pupils at a school in Highlands became seriously ill after drinking vaping fluid contained within electronic cigarettes. Dingwall Academy has sent letters home with its students warning that the liquid is “highly toxic and can be fatal”. NHS Highland has issued a wider warning about the potential risks of the behaviour. Signs someone has drunk […]
At a recent dinner with girlfriends, our conversation took an odd turn (no surprise) and I learned that half the group swore on the magic of drinking collagen. WTF, my friends are actually cray, I thought. I can barely stomach the smell of my boyfriend’s protein powder shakes, so why on earth would I intentionally sprinkle collagen in […]
The food in your stomach when you start drinking affects how quickly that booze goes to your head. With more food in your stomach, alcohol is absorbed more slowly, and it takes longer to feel its effects, explains George F. Koob, PhD, director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. “When you drink […]
People who live in cold climates with less sunlight are more likely to drink heavily, according to a new study. Research from the US has established a link between average temperature, hours of sunlight and alcohol consumption. Data from 193 countries provided evidence climate contributed to a higher incidence of binge drinking and liver disease. […]
John Mayer revealed he gave up drinking after an embarrassing incident at Drake’s birthday party two years ago. “Oh, I have the most amazing last-night-of-my-life-drinking story,” the singer divulged in Complex’s November issue cover story. “It was Drake’s 30th birthday party, and I made quite a fool of myself. It took me weeks to stop doing this […]
[unable to retrieve full-text content] We love our soda, but that soda sure doesn’t love us. Here’s why. The post This Is What Happens One Hour After Drinking a Can of Soda appeared first on Reader's Digest. Reader's Digest
It’s no surprise that enjoying several beers or gin and tonics a few times a week isn’t necessarily healthy. But you may not be aware how much it ages you. As you grow older, you start to metabolize alcohol at a slower rate, according to Elizabeth Trattner, a Miami-based acupuncture physician and nutritionist. The longer the […]
Country singer Jessie James Decker incurred the wrath of the internet's relentless mommy shamers this summer when she posted an Instagram of herself breastfeeding her baby while holding a glass of what appeared to be wine (a rosé, possibly sparkling, to this trained eye). A month after the uproar, Decker's attitude hasn't changed. "Cheers bitches," […]
Morgan CutoloSep 10 Don’t stop reaping the benefits that come along with apple cider vinegar—just make sure you’re doing it the right way. marekuliasz/Shutterstock Apple cider vinegar has a pretty hefty list of potential benefits. It can help with stomach issues, hiccups, and a sore throat; it also works to clear dandruff, acne, and unsightly […]
Everyday Wellness Lianna Roth HurshSep 05 Most of us could stand to drink more water—but there is too much of a good thing. How is it possible to drink too much water? iStock/Elena Elisseeva Dietitians constantly remind us that drinking enough water is absolutely vital in order for our bodies to function properly. And it […]
A good portion of people would classify themselves as social drinkers. They don’t typically drink on their own but do so with friends, family, colleagues and so on. The only problem with this classification? The word “social” can vary from person to person. One person’s social drinking might be a glass of merlot with friends […]
Presenter Adrian Chiles has urged people to track their alcohol intake after revealing he sometimes drank 80 or 100 units a week. The BBC 5 live host said it was “horrifying” to add up his alcohol consumption, which was well over the recommended weekly 14 units. He was told by a doctor he “can’t carry […]
There is no doubt that alcohol abuse is bad for the brain – but could there be health benefits for moderate drinkers? Who are moderate drinkers? They are people who drink alcohol every week, but not to excess. Drinking “in moderation” is usually taken to mean consuming seven to 14 units of alcohol a week, […]
What typically comes to mind when you think of sugar-filled drinks? If you can quickly list beverages like Coca-Cola and neon-colored fruit punch, that makes sense ― those drinks are filled with sugar. A can of Coke has a whopping 39 grams in it, while the brand Simply Fruit Punch packs 35 grams per bottle. If […]