Why some people can’t stay away from alcohol, even when they
6 days ago · Health experts caution against drinking too much, but alcohol is everywhere. Experts say the things that make us pour another drink are in our body and environment.
Alcohol Use and Your Health | Alcohol Use | CDC
Jan 14, 2025 · Drinking less is better for your health than drinking more. You can lower your health risks by drinking less or choosing not to drink. Your liver can only process small …
Quitting alcohol for your health - Mayo Clinic Press
6 days ago · Discover the health benefits of quitting alcohol-improved weight, sleep, heart and mental health-plus tips for making the change.
Alcohol's Effects on Health - National Institute on Alcohol Abuse …
Alcohol interferes with the brain’s communication pathways and can affect the way the brain looks and works. These disruptions can change mood and behavior and make it harder to think …
New Federal Guidelines for Alcohol Use Come as Alcohol Deaths
2 days ago · The updated federal alcohol guidelines simply advise adults to “consume less for better overall health” without specifying limits – a change that could portend a renewed rise in …
New Dietary Guidelines Abandon Longstanding Advice on Alcohol
Jan 7, 2026 · Now the government’s recommendation is to “limit” drinking, without specifying safe amounts for men and women. The guidelines no longer warn of risks like cancer.
Alcohol and your health: Risks, benefits, and controversies
Jan 27, 2025 · For millions of people, alcohol is a regular part of their lives. But there are many downsides to drinking — some familiar, others less well appreciated. And concerns about the …
Alcohol Use Disorder - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Help
Jun 6, 2023 · We know that drinking too much can harm your health. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that if adults (age 21 and older) choose to drink alcohol, drinking less …
Effects of Alcohol on the Body: Short & Long-Term Effects
Jul 31, 2025 · Those who drink to excess, frequently misuse alcohol, or are diagnosed with an alcohol use disorder (AUD) may be at risk for significant long-term health conditions.
I Have a Beer Each Night With Dinner. Is That Risky Drinking?
Apr 13, 2025 · If you choose to drink alcohol, it’s important to drink in moderation. Understand how heavy drinking can affect your health and when drinking is “risky.”