Cardiovascular disease remains the leading global cause of death.  Controversy has surrounded the role that the consumption of alcohol plays in the risk for cardiovascular disease.  Previous studies have indicated that excess alcohol consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, but low

After abstaining from alcohol for nine long months during pregnancy, many new mothers can’t wait to relax again with a long overdue drink in hand.  While the harmful effects of the use of alcohol during pregnancy are well known, much less is

After a tough day at the office, sitting down with a drink is a sure way to help you unwind. Having a drink in the company of friends or a loved one can also help you to relax and get into the

THE INTAKE OF ALCOHOL Beer contains around 5% alcohol, wines around 10% and spirits around 30%. Metabolism of Alcohol Ethanol is one of the few substances absorbed from the stomach and then further absorbed, unchanged, in the small intestines of humans. The

Beer contains around 5% alcohol, wines around 10% and spirits around 30%. Metabolism of Alcohol Ethanol is one of the few substances absorbed from the stomach and then further absorbed,unchanged, in the small intestines of humans. The direct absorption in the  stomach