A doctor explains what the latest research on alcohol teaches us about its effects on physical health and mental health; ...

Thinking about giving up drinking for a brief period of time? Here are the mental and physical changes you can expect.

Tina Aswani-Omprakash vividly remembers the day that led her to give up drinking forever. Her inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) had been in remission for two months, and she felt like her life had gone ...

Heavy alcohol use can lead to systemic inflammation, or prolonged inflammation throughout your entire body. Cutting out alcohol for 30 days or more can lead to a "reduction in things like joint pain, ...

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 ...

Alcohol can impair your ability to think, damage your brain cells, and increase your risk of long-term conditions such as memory loss and addiction. You may think of alcohol as a way to unwind or ...

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Note: 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. “When we talk about alcohol and its impact on ...