The perils of alcohol

08/04/2009 by admin.

UK doctors are saying that the Government needs to do more to tackle alcohol abuse. Cheap alcohol is contributing to excessive abuse which in turn contributes to bad behaviour, violence and health problems.  This all adds up to problems for the NHS.

I find there is a very different drinking culture in Britain to that of the likes of
France and other countries.  We have a very immature approach to booze with binge drinking and the anti-social behaviour which so often goes along with that. Ooh, I know I am being very controversial here.Short term problems associated with alcohol include headaches, acne, tiredness and nausea.  Long term health problems are lengthy and include:

• high blood pressure
• heart disease
• liver inflammation / cirrhosis
• stomach and pancreas disorders
• osteoporosis
• diabetes
• sexual difficulties
• lung problems
• some cancers
• obesity or problems with weight management (alcohol is high in calories)

The recommended consumption of units of alcohol per week for women is a maximum of 14 and for men is 21.As a guide one unit of alcohol is equivalent to:

• 1 small glass of wine

• 1 single measure of spirits

• ½ pint cider, beer or lager

• 1 measure of fortified wine, such as port or whisky

How many units have you had in the last seven days?

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