Alcohol
Health Risks and Benefits
Research
indicates that moderate drinking can provide some health benefits
for adults who do not have preexisting medical conditions and
are not pregnant or taking medication. However, excessive drinking
brings significant risk for a variety of health problems.
The
articles and resources
below provide information on the health benefits and risks of
alcohol consumption, safe amounts of alcohol for healthy adults
who are not pregnant or on medication, and strategies for reducing
drinking.
Articles
Alcohol
and Health Problems: Drinking Increases the Risk for Cancer,
Osteoporosis, and Injury
Alcohol's
Health Benefits and Risks: Medication, Age, Health Conditions,
and Pregnancy Affected by Drinking
Health
Benefits of Alcohol: Moderate Drinking Reduces Risk for Dementia,
Stroke, and Heart Disease
How
to Reduce or Stop Drinking: Simple Approaches to Reducing Alcohol
Intake or Quitting Altogether
The
Health Benefits of Red Wine: Reduces Risk for Heart Disease,
Cancer, and Osteoporosis
Resources
University
of Lethbridge - Alcohol Awareness
Alcohol
Advisory Council of New Zealand - Alcohol Effects
Harvard
School of Public Health: Alcohol - Balancing Risks and Benefits
The
Mayo Clinic - Alcohol Use: Why Moderation is Key
David
J. Hanson, PhD - Alcohol and Health
Clinical
Tools Inc. - How to Reduce Your Drinking (PDF)
