DRINKING LESS ALCOHOL

HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING LESS ALCOHOL

Drinking less alcohol may have benefits including

Alcohol has various implications in the body. It can generally change how the body functions. For example, it can cause;

  • Drowsiness
  • Mood changes
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Poor coordination
  • Slurred speech
  • Poor concentration

If done regularly, it can cause

  • Appetite and weight changes
  • Challenges with concentration and memory
  • Insomnia
  • Unending mood changes
  • Increased conflict in relationships
  • Weaker immunity

However, drinking less or cutting back can help in

-Weight loss because cutting back implies reducing the number of ingested calories.

-Reduced fatty liver disease risk due to limited fat accumulation.

-Improved nutrient absorption of folic acid, zinc, and B vitamins

-Saves more money following less expenses on drinks.

-More time with family with fewer arguments

-Reducing risks, such as,

  • Hypertension
  • Liver disease
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
Barbara Santini

Barbara is a freelance writer and a sex and relationships adviser at Dimepiece LA and Peaches and Screams. Barbara is involved in various educational initiatives aimed at making sex advice more accessible to everyone and breaking stigmas around sex across various cultural communities. In her spare time, Barbara enjoys trawling through vintage markets in Brick Lane, exploring new places, painting and reading.

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