Kerala to Welcome New Year With an Alcohol-Free Festival
During New Year Eve celebrations, liquor flows in most parties and events, but Kerala takes an initiative by organising an alcohol-free festival.
During New Year Eve celebrations, liquor flows in most parties and events, but Kerala takes an initiative by organising an alcohol-free festival.
‘Drinkers are to be advised to cut back on alcohol for at least two days each week as part of new NHS guidelines in the UK.’
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Chief Medical Officer Dame Sally Davies has conducted a review of the current guidelines and has decided to reduce the maximum daily intake for men as the same level of women. It will state that there is no "safe" alcohol limit and even drinking small amounts could cause illnesses including cancer.A recent University College London study found patients who gave up for four weeks saw benefits for their liver function, blood pressure and cholesterol levels and were also at lower risk of developing diabetes and liver disease.
A Department of Health spokeswoman said, "The chief medical officer, with advice from a group of independent experts, has reviewed current drinking guidelines. The proposals will be published in the New Year."
Teens Giving Up On Cigarettes, Alcohol for Fruits, Veggies
Only a small minority of under-16s has ever tried an alcoholic drink or a cigarette and almost a quarter now eat five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
Only a small minority of under-16s has ever tried an alcoholic drink or a cigarette and almost a quarter now eat five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
This New Years Enter a New Phase by Avoiding Binge Drinking and Junk Food
With the festive season on full swing, people often get many opportunities to grab a glass and gobble junk food.
With the festive season on full swing, people often get many opportunities to grab a glass and gobble junk food.
Sad News for Wine Lovers! Alcohol Content Higher in Wine Than on the Label
Chilean and Spanish reds had the biggest difference between alcohol content and what was listed on the bottle.
Chilean and Spanish reds had the biggest difference between alcohol content and what was listed on the bottle.
