August 23, 2022

Is Alcoholism Hereditary or Genetic?

Certain variants of ALDH are less efficient at metabolizing acetaldehyde, leading to the accumulation of acetaldehyde in the body. This can result in increased alcohol sensitivity […]
April 14, 2022

Beta-blockers and alcohol: Safety and risks

Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Some drugs, such as diltiazem (Cardizem) and verapamil (Calan), may be alternatives to […]
December 27, 2021

Essentials for Practicing Gratitude in Recovery

Expressing gratitude to others is not only beneficial for the recipient but also for the individual expressing it. Taking the time to thank and appreciate others […]
December 1, 2021

THE EFFECT OF CANNABIS COMPARED WITH ALCOHOL ON DRIVING

With someone dying in a drunk driving accident every 50 minutes in the United States, your safest bet is to not get behind the wheel after […]
September 2, 2021

Can You Drink Alcohol if You Have COPD?

Loss of sleep can contribute to a lowered immune system, which can increase the chance and frequency of a COPD flare-up. Delayed-type hypersensitivity responses are excessive […]