Most adults in the United States drink alcohol, but there is steadily growing public concern about the health effects of moderate drinking. The latest science supports those concerns, but two recent ...

The consumption of alcoholic beverages can be traced back to ancient times. Since then, the popularity of alcohol has endured despite increases in the availability of alternatives such as cannabis, ...

Recent studies continue to support a decades-old drug as an alternative means of reducing alcohol consumption. The prescription opioid antagonist, called naltrexone, was first approved by the FDA to ...

Startling new research is amplifying concerns about the association between alcohol use and your risk of developing cancer, ...

Alcohol contributes to more than 200 health conditions, fueling a staggering 175,000 deaths each year across the U.S. Globally, the toll reaches nearly 3 million lives. Despite these alarming numbers, ...

Drinking too much alcohol can increase inflammation and harm your body. Alcohol use disorder is a leading cause of death in the US and Europe. Heavy alcohol use may worsen inflammatory conditions like ...

Note: While research on alcohol is evolving, the World Health Organization says drinking less or not at all is better for your health. Dietary habits — like getting adequate hydration, eating ...

Experts explain how Dry January can transform your health in 30 days. Learn about the benefits of taking an alcohol break and ...

According to reporting from Newsweek, on January 7, 2026, the Trump administration released new dietary advice to the American public. And as part of these recommendations, came some alterations in ...

Drinking alcohol regularly can increase your risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). In the short term, a small amount of alcohol may not affect your blood pressure, but a large amount can raise ...

Going out on the weekend can prove to be a daunting task. There are all kinds of little details to work out: what to wear, who to go with, and most importantly, whose turn is it to buy the alcohol?

Alcohol use disorder is rising in adults ages 65 years and over. This is significant because, as we age, the body is less able to process alcohol, which could lead to drug interactions or changes to ...