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… Alcohol and aging Last updated July 10, 2024 Research shows that drinking alcohol can contribute to chronic diseases, including cancer … conditions. On this page: Overview Effects of alcohol on aging bodies Alcohol and medication Alcohol and falls …
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… Alcohol use Last updated August 19, 2024 Overview Alcohol has both immediate and long-term effects on your … how alcohol affects young people differently. Alcohol and aging As you get older, your body processes alcohol more …
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… Diabetes and Alcohol On this page: Overview Overview People who have diabetes need to be more careful with alcohol. Before you drink, consider a few things: Is your diabetes well controlled? Do you know how drinking alcohol can affect you? Do you have high blood pressure, …
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… Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy On this page: Overview Overview Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is caused by long-term heavy alcohol use . It is a type of dilated cardiomyopathy . The …
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… Sugar Alcohols On this page: Overview Overview Sugar alcohols are a type of sweetener. They are used in foods … foods, such as berries and fruits. Common names for sugar alcohols are erythritol, glycerol, isomalt, lactitol, …
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… Alcohol Withdrawal On this page: What is alcohol withdrawal? If you drink alcohol regularly and then cut down on how much you drink or …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: … you lower your risk from drinking? If you choose to drink alcohol, the key is to keep your drinking at the lowest … possible levels. It's important to remember that drinking alcohol is not risk-free. Many people enjoy drinking …
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… Alcohol Effects on a Fetus On this page: … What effect does alcohol have on a fetus? A woman who drinks alcohol while she is pregnant may harm her developing baby …
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… Blood Alcohol Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How … Risks Results Test Overview A blood alcohol test measures the amount of alcohol (ethanol) in your body. Alcohol is quickly absorbed …
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… Alcohol and Drug Use On this page: Overview Health Tools … Check Your Symptoms Overview Alcohol and drug use: Overview Some people who drink … go unnoticed, since the signs may be similar to those of aging. Older adults often take medicines, such as sleep …
