Why being drunk is unhealthy?
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism alcohol consumption affect men and women differently, however some effects are the same in both genders. Here is a look at how the body of a man reacts: Higher incidence of alcoholism. Higher rate of drunk-driving accidents. Male drivers who die in auto accidents are almost twice as likely to be legally drunk as women. Impotence (Now that's a good reason to quit!)
Here are some alcohol reactions specific to women: Gets sicker easier because of lower levels of enzyme that metabolizes alcohol. More likely to have interactions with medications. Drinking while pregnant can cause learning disabilities and low birth weight in babies. In both sexes you are likely to find the same reactions: Alcohol affects neurotransmitters, affecting balance, speech and judgment. Over long periods, alcohol can damage liver cells and lead to potentially deadly cirrhosis. Alcohol can lead to dehydration.
Evidence is growing that limited alcohol intake can decrease the risk of heart desease, however long-term alcoholics may suffer from a degeneration of the heart muscle. Alcohol can raise blood pressure, meaning it's not good for people with hypertension. Too much alcohol and you may pass out. In extreme cases. . . a person may never wake up. (Another good reason to quit!) Excessive alcohol can destroy a relationship!
Here are some tips to help you cut back or stop drinking: Don't keep alcohol at home. Drink slowly, with an hour between drinks. Drink something else between alcoholic drinks. Try not to drink one or two days a week, then for a full week. Learn to say no. Stay active, doing something other than drinking. Watch out for temptations. Avoid people, places or times that make you drink.
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