Medically reviewed by Lauren Augello, MDFor many people, alcohol is a routine part of social life: a glass of wine with dinner or a beer during the big game. It can be easy to overlook how drinking alcohol affects the body. Whether you drink regularly or only once in a while, understanding alcohol’s effects onContinue reading “What Alcohol Really Does to Your Body”
Tag Archives: Addiction Psychiatry
Rethinking That Drink: New Cancer Warnings About Alcohol
Alcohol is now recognized as the third leading preventable cause of cancer in America, behind tobacco and obesity.
The Truth About Nightcaps: Ditch the Drink, Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Alcohol may feel relaxing but disrupts REM sleep, causes dehydration, and worsens sleep apnea. WMCHealth experts recommend healthy habits like mocktails, meditation, and consistent routines to improve rest and overall well-being.