About.com Health: Are You Drinking Too Much Alcohol?

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Health From Rachel Berman, your About.com Health Editor You may have heard that drinking a glass of red wine can improve heart health. But did you know that if you already have heart problems, it's probably better to avoid alcohol altogether? Put down your glass and listen up to the truth about how alcohol impacts your health. Also, make sure to stay up to date on the latest research. Alcohol and Your Diet While drinking in moderation may not be harmful, research shows the more you drink, the less healthy your diet. What is a Standard Drink? How Alcohol Interferes with Metabolism Search Related Topics:  nutrition and alcohol  alcohol consumption  Going Over the Limit Do you frequently drink for a good time and to reduce stress? Don't be blind and keep in mind: how much is too much alcohol? 7 Signs of a Problem Do You Hide Your Drinking From Others? Search Related Topics:  at risk drinking  binge drinking  Long Term Health Impacts Heavy drinkers are not only dangers to themselves but also to others. How Alcohol Really Kills Your Brain Cells Be Kind to Your Liver Why Women are at Greater Risk than Men When You Need to Seek Help In the U.S., one in every 12 adults suffers from alcohol abuse or dependence. Understanding the disease is the first step towards determining if you have a drinking problem. The Difference Between Alcohol Abuse and Dependence But it Doesn't Act Like a Disease! Get the Support You Need Search Related Topics:  definition of alcoholism  alcohol abuse  alcohol dependence Related Searches Alcohol Abuse Help Drug Testing Alcohol Diet Health Food Health First Stress Health Featured Articles How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System? Latest News Hot Off the Press! How to Have an Intervention Drug Testing in the Workplace Cures and Remedies for a Hangover The Link Between Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement