Effects of Excess Drinking on the Body
Excess drinking can have negative effects on the body. Although alcohol is a legal drug and drinking in moderation has been shown to have some positive health benefits, it is still possible to drink too much. When you drink more than the…
462Going to Rehab For Addiction
A good place to start when thinking about what to expect in rehab is to understand what it is. The word “rehabilitation” comes from the root word “rehabilitate,” which means to restore someone to good health after an injury or illness.…
405Alcohol and its effect on the Immune System
Drinking alcohol will reduce your immune system for about 24 hours. There is no doubt that alcohol impairs the functioning of our immune system, but it does not make you more prone to infections; rather it weakens your body’s ability to fight…
715Limiting Alcohol Can Strengthen Your Body's Detox System
The liver is the body’s primary organ for detoxification. It neutralizes harmful substances, such as drugs and alcohol, that enter the bloodstream. The ability of the liver to process these toxins declines with age or disease, making it all…
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