Some studies say red wine is good for certain health factors, while others suggest omitting alcohol entirely. What's true? Instants via Getty Images For most people, the past month or so was ...

Excessive alcohol consumption weakens the immune system and can lead to a range of health problems. Here's what you need to know.

Potassium is present in just about every cell in your body, and a proper balance of this mineral is critical for good health. Beer, hard cider, and red wine contain potassium, and living with certain ...

Regular alcohol consumption creates a cascade of health problems that often develop silently over years before symptoms become apparent. While many people focus on the immediate effects of drinking, ...

Our skin and eyes can often give us an indication of our wider health and lifestyle. We know that if we’re tired, stressed or dehydrated it can have an impact on the pallor, elasticity and colour of ...

Drinking alcohol regularly can increase your risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). In the short term, a small amount of alcohol may not affect your blood pressure, but a large amount can raise ...

While research on alcohol is evolving, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drinking less or not at all is better for your health. If you have Crohn’s disease, you may hesitate before ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Follow Hilary Brueck Every time Hilary publishes a story, you’ll get an alert straight to your inbox!

If you have these common digestive symptoms, drinking less may help. By Alice Callahan When we published an article last year about the various ways alcohol might change your gut microbiome, the ...

That "feeling" of warmth does not mean your body temperature will be affected. — -- Popping a bottle of champagne during a New Year's Eve bash may be a tradition, but drinking in excess while ...

You know that feeling when you have a glass oor a cocktail before bed and suddenly feel perfectly drowsy? It seems like alcohol is doing you a favor, helping you unwind and drift off to sleep faster ...