Alcohol

Alcoholic beverages—including beer, wine, and spirits—contain ethanol. Consuming alcohol has numerous side effects, though some alcoholic beverages have also been linked to benefits including improved circulatory health. Find out more about alcohol here:

Is It Worth Going to a Bar That Doesn't Serve Alcohol?

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Nicole McDermott
May 7, 2013
A new Chicago area bar just opened up, and it's got people talking. What's all the buzz about? The bar serves up soft drinks instead of the hard stuff.
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21 Margarita Recipes for a Healthier Cinco de Mayo

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Kate Morin
May 3, 2013
What Cinco de Mayo celebration is complete without a few margs? This classic tequila-lime combo gets kicked up a notch with these healthier (but still fiesta-worthy) recipes.
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How to Navigate a Mexican Menu

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Nicole McDermott
May 3, 2013
We've got the deets on how to have the healthiest meal at your favorite Mexican restaurant. Now bring on the (healthier) margaritas!
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How to Cut Back on Alcohol — And Still Have a Social Life

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Per Wickstrom
May 2, 2013
GUEST POST: Sometimes there's nothing like kicking back with a group of friends, a box of pizza, and a six-pack of beer. But it’s possible to drink less (or not drink at all) and still have a good time. Here’s how.
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Can’t Have Just One? Why the Taste of Beer May Urge More Drinking

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Nicole McDermott
April 17, 2013
A new study suggests the taste of beer, even without the intoxicating effects of alcohol, triggers the release of dopamine in the brain (making us crave more).
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10 Healthier Beers (and How to Choose the Right One)

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Jeremey DuVall
March 15, 2013

Imbibing in a few brews doesn’t have to be unhealthy. Find out which beers allow you to indulge while staying health-conscious.

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60 Healthier Drinks for Boozing

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Kelly Fitzpatrick
March 7, 2012

Shots, spritzers, cocktails, and more — we rounded up 60 of the healthiest drink recipes out there.

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83 Healthy Recipe Substitutions

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Kate Morin
June 21, 2012

The top 83 healthy recipe switches to take any meal to the next level.

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Busting Common Health Myths Infographic

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The Greatist Team
October 6, 2011

Many of the most commonly held health "facts" are actually flat out wrong. We looked at a few of these beliefs to separate fact from fiction.

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Quote: Don't Get Blackout at the Christmas Party

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The Greatist Team
December 16, 2012

The Holiday Season also means Holiday drinking is in full swing. Rather than get toasted 24/7, heed this warning from Phyllis Diller.

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The Truth Behind Binge Drinking

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Laura Schwecherl
February 8, 2012

From college kids to senior citizens, Americans are drinking more often than ever. And forget hangovers and a maxed-out credit card— binge drinking can take a toxic toll on our health.

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Drinking? Sip Wine in Moderation for Health Benefits

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The Greatist Team
February 21, 2013

Get out the Chianti tonight — drinking red wine in moderation can reduce risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and can even increase life span.

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