The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit, expired, and substandard pharmaceuticals such as alcohol, cosmetics, others valued at N4.7 billion ...

Light to moderate alcohol drinking can raise HDL, but heavy drinking can increase total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides. This raises the chance of developing cardiovascular disease.

The United States surgeon general recently called for a warning of cancer risk on alcohol labels. And I agree. But the discourse that has come out in the media, by health professionals and health ...

The tide has largely turned against alcohol. Drinking, at least in moderation, was once seen as a harmless—or even healthy—indulgence that could strengthen your heart and even lengthen your ...

Earlier this month the U.S. Surgeon General released an advisory that stated that moderate alcohol consumption was associated with seven different types of cancer and called for new warning labels ...

Choosing not to drink alcohol can sometimes lead to awkward social situations or unwanted pressure. But there are plenty of ways to decline a drink, allowing you to stick to your personal ...

Studies show the conventional wisdom around teaching kids how to drink responsibly is wrong—and that delaying drinking is best for their brain development. Some parents may allow their underage ...

Alcohol is often used as a sleep aid – with some people crediting a "nightcap" with helping them fall asleep more easily. But while it might be nice to unwind after a long day with a glass of wine or ...

Not only is alcohol a risk to your liver, but it can also significantly increase your risk for multiple types of cancer, a Surgeon General's report warned earlier this month. And the more you ...

At the same time, Canada's health officials are also highlighting the risks of alcohol consumption, pointing out its correllation to a variety of cancers. N.L. breweries like Banished Brewing ...

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 ...