Alcohol Consumption
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The liver is most susceptible to alcohol – but quitting can go a long way in healing the organ
Stopping alcohol use for several months lets the liver heal and return to normal.
Ashwin Dhanda, The Conversation
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What does ‘borderline alcoholic’ mean and is it a real thing?
The old saying ‘once an alcoholic, always an alcoholic’ doesn’t apply any more.
Nicole Lee, The Conversation
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Why alcohol-free days are becoming more popular
They help balance health risks while also giving drinkers the chance to enjoy social activities.
Megan Lee, The Conversation & Emily Roberts, The Conversation
Trending
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Maharashtra ruling alliance accused of insulting state by placing Shivaji-style headgear on PM Modi
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These innovations have made Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba in Murthal the truck drivers’ favourite since 1967
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Watch: The trailer of ‘Panchayat’ season 3 is out
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World beaters: Indian table tennis players mark an unprecedented rise with some big wins
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This personal narrative explores the joy and irony of small-town life in India
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With high unhealthy alcohol use and increased risk of TB, counselling holds a solution
Alcohol, India’s most commonly consumed substance, can impede treatment and recovery. Integrating behavioural therapy in patient care can help with recovery.
Nishi Suryavanshi, Amita Gupta, Niteen Abhivant & Arjun Lal Kakrani
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High and dry: Why the dilution of Manipur’s widely flouted liquor ban has sparked protests
While large parts of the state never stopped drinking, the political opposition to alcohol remains.
Rokibuz Zaman
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Red and white wine are better for your waistline and heart than beer and spirits
Researchers have found that drinking wine is linked to having lower levels of visceral fat that is associated with several health complications.
Brittany Larsen, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: Meet Figaro, the curious cat who loves to ‘help’ her human making pottery
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Watch: Messi, the dog from ‘Anatomy of a Fall’, walks the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival
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Video: Being Muslim in today’s India
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Watch: Massive rainstorm hits Mumbai, strong winds knock down trees, damage cars
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‘Barking news’: Woman turns journalist to ‘report’ on mischiefs and complaints by her pet dogs
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Binge drinking can cause ‘holiday heart syndrome’ – a condition where the organ beats abnormally
If it continues for a while and is left untreated, it could lead to a cardiac arrest.
David C Gaze, The Conversation
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Gujarat prohibition: State can’t dictate what citizens eat or drink, says plea in HC
The right to eat meat within one’s home cannot be compared to drinking intoxicating substances that are injurious to health, the government argued.
Scroll Staff
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Indonesia’s ban on alcohol could come with its own health risks
In places where alcohol is prohibited or seen as controversial, there are higher incidents of methanol poisoning, global data shows.
Citta Widagdo, The Conversation
The Reel
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‘Thalaimai Seyalagam’ review: Overcooked and unsavoury
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‘Kartam Bhugtam’ review: Lots of sowing but little reaping
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‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’ review: More of the same, only in animation
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‘IF’ review: Film about ‘imaginary friends’ is low on imagination
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‘Lampan’ review: Light in treatment and heavy on the nostalgia
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Indonesia’s attempt to ban alcohol may cause more problems than it solves
The country with the world’s largest Muslim population has periodically tried to enforce prohibition.
Choky R Ramadhan, The Conversation
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Bengaluru liquor store owner booked after bill for Rs 52,841 goes viral
The retailer claimed that eight people bought the alcohol, but it was billed together as the payment was made from a single debit card.
Scroll Staff
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From Tuesday, Delhi to charge 70% more tax on alcohol amid coronavirus lockdown
This came after Arvind Kejriwal had warned people that his government will revoke relaxations if they flout physical distancing guidelines.
Scroll Staff
The Field
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Football, Euro 2024: N’Golo Kante named in France squad for tournament in Germany
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Hockey, FIH Pro League: How Sukhjeet Singh overcame physical and mental battles to earn India spot
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IPL 2024: Sunrisers Hyderabad through to playoffs after match against Gujarat Titans gets washed out
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500: Meiraba Maisnam, Satwik-Chirag enter quarter-finals
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Boxing, Elorda Cup: Nikhat Zareen among four Indian boxers to reach final