Are older adults more susceptible to the effects of alcohol? What are the recommendations for moderate drinking for individuals with certain medical conditions?

Feb 15, 2022 ... Broader studies are needed to investigate the effects of low and moderate alcohol consumption during pregnancy. For example, a 2012 Danish ... Feb 16, 2024 ... The CDC defines moderate drinking as “no more than one drink per day for women and no more than two drinks per day for men.” In the United States, moderate drinking for healthy adults is different for men and women. It means on days when a person does drink, women do not have more ... Nov 4, 2011 ... A drink or two a day may help, according to a new report. But the key is moderation. Too much alcohol can damage the brain and lead to other health problems. Jan 17, 2025 ... Alcohol use is linked to a higher risk of developing liver disease, cancer, and other serious conditions. Jan 14, 2025 ... Overall, the report confirmed the link between alcohol use and seven cancers, and said risk starts to increase “with any alcohol use” and goes ... Jan 9, 2025 ... According to Gallup, a pollster, three in five adults drink alcohol. About 45% think drinking even in moderation is bad for their health, while 43% think it ... May 24, 2017 ... The benefits of light alcohol consumption, as well as the risks associated with not drinking at all, might not be as great as previously thought. Study using more reliable measure of wine consumption finds protective effect for low to moderate drinking in people at risk of cardiovascular disease. 18 ... The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines binge drinking as a pattern of drinking alcohol that brings blood alcohol concentration ...