You’ve finally met someone who you vibe with. You share a lot in common. They are thoughtful, and the extra attention is kinda sweet. You two are going steady, but you’ve noticed something. Your partner drinks. A lot. Sure, you have a glass or two of wine when the two...
The Power of Inspiration As recovering alcoholics can attest, treating alcohol use disorder (AUD) is not for the faint of heart. It is a daily battle, with the possibility of relapse right around the corner. Even with therapy, group sessions, or medication, staying...
When someone says they’re trying to cut back on their drinking or getting treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD) (also called alcoholism or alcohol addiction), the worst may come to mind. Do you need weeks in a rehabilitation center away from family and work? Would...
The Holiday Spirit Of Indulgence It’s challenging to drink responsibly during the holidays. Did you know that Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve has over 16 billion in alcohol sales? On average, both holidays account for over 7 drinks per consumer per drinking session....
Should you taper off alcohol or quit cold turkey? You’ll probably consider quitting drinking when you realize that alcohol negatively affects your life. It may simply be for health reasons or you’ve begun to develop alcohol dependence. Whatever the reason, you’ll be...
If you’re concerned about alcohol use, you’re not alone. More than 14 million Americans struggle with alcohol, and many develop alcohol use disorder (AUD). This is the scientific term for someone unable to stop excess drinking, even though it’s affecting their health...
Treating alcohol use disorder, sometimes called alcoholism, is a fantastic step. It’s the best way to restore health, productivity, and social and personal relationships. The process is not about quitting alcohol cold turkey but taking a gradual, medical approach to...
If you’ve been Googling the ‘best alcohol for no hangover,’ we feel you. No one likes hangovers. It can spoil what was a night well spent. About 75% of drinkers experience a mild to severe hangover characterized by nausea, dehydration, headaches, fatigue, and other...
Alcohol affects the body in different ways. Drinking causes reactions in our brains, reducing cognitive abilities, reaction times, and decision-making skills. The more we drink, the stronger the effects. Over time, excess alcohol use impacts our blood pressure,...
What is considered drinking too much? From a psychological, social, and physical standpoint, knowing if a loved one or friend drinks too much is subjective. For instance, some couples or families have dinner over a bottle of wine. Others may love tailgating with...