Practical info for the smarter drinker
Most of us have little concern for what happens to alcohol once we swallow it, particularly when it tastes good, but in case you ever wondered how it goes from your tongue to le toilette, here is a quick primer. First, keep in mind that we’re talking about the alcohol rather than whatever liquid vehicle …
Alcohol makes you sleepy because you’re old, old-timer! Put down the pint and hit the sack before you bust your hip! Just kidding. Alcohol can make people of any age sleepy, because it’s a muscle relaxant and a sedative. But, what does that mean, exactly? The truth is that alcohol and its effects on the …
Doesn’t just knowing there are three health benefits make you feel better? We should probably stop right here and think no more on the subject, but then no one would believe us at parties if we couldn’t back up our healthy habits with facts. Health Benefit #1 Although these aren’t in any order, it may …
Booze (Unfortunately) Sets Hearts Ablaze It’s a dreaded gastrointestinal experience: that slowly creeping burn that rolls out over your chest and up into your throat, making you feel like there’s gassy lava pumping through your heart. Mmmm … heartburn from drinking! Once it arrives there’s little you can do but wait it out. Sure, you …