Latest about Alcohol
Does Alcohol Really 'Clean' the Brain?
Alcohol might help the brain, in low doses, in mice, at least.
Why You May Want to Avoid Drinking Piping-Hot Tea
A word of caution to tea lovers: Let your cuppa cool a bit before taking a sip.
Finally Solved: The Science of Cracking Open a Cold One (With The Boys)
Scientists have cracked a frothy mystery: the physics of fizz.
How Many Drinks Could You Have If the Blood Alcohol Limit Is Lowered?
To help combat drunk-driving deaths, the legal limit for a person's blood alcohol level while driving should be lowered, according to new recommendations.
Here's How Alcohol Can Damage DNA and Increase Cancer Risk
Drinking alcohol can cause damage to DNA that can lead to an increase in cancer risk, according to a new study done in animals.
Glass-Shattering! How Wineglass Size Has Changed Since 1700
This holiday season, will you view the glass as half full or half empty? Well, that might depend on the size of the glass.
From Wild to Mild: How Different Types of Alcohol Affect Your Mood
The holidays are full of tasty treats and festive cocktails — but instead of Christmas cheer, some alcoholic beverages may cause other, less pleasant feelings, a new study from England suggests.
Drinking Alcohol Really Does Raise Your Cancer Risk, Doctors Warn
Drinking alcohol, even a light or moderate amount, increases the risk of several common cancers, according to a leading group of cancer doctors.
