A new study involving more than 340,000 adults has shown that not only the amount but also the type of alcohol consumed affects health. At low and moderate levels of consumption, wine is associated with lower health risks compared to beer, cider, or spirits.
A new study has shown that exposure to alcohol and stress during pregnancy alters the brain's dopamine system and affects the likelihood of alcohol use in offspring as adults. These findings highlight the importance of avoiding alcohol during pregnancy.
About 22% of young Americans use cannabis or alcohol to improve their sleep, but experts warn that these methods can actually worsen sleep quality and lead to additional health problems.
A meta-analysis revealed that each additional liter of pure alcohol consumed per person per year is associated with a 3.59% increase in suicide mortality. This correlation is observed across different countries and affects both men and women.
A new study has shown that chimpanzees consume a significant amount of alcohol each day by eating overripe fruit. This discovery sheds light on the ancient evolutionary roots of humans' attraction to alcohol.
A new study has found that mosquitoes are more likely to be attracted to people who drink beer or use cannabis, while a recent shower and sunscreen can make you less appealing to these insects. However, the exact reasons for this selectivity are still unclear.