Not everyone reacts to alcohol the same way. That’s why some people get drunk more easily than others. The major factor in alcohol reactions are: Age. Gender. Race or ethnicity. Physical condition (weight, fitness level, etc). Amount of food consumed before drinking. How quickly the alcohol was consumed. Use of drugs or prescription medicines. Family [...]
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How much is considered excessive alcohol use?
Alcohol use is very common in western society. In many parts of the world, social drinking is part of daily life. However, drinking alcohol has immediate effects that can increase the risk of many harmful health conditions is an excessive amount is consumed. Excessive alcohol use, either in the form of heavy drinking (drinking more than two [...]
Who would benefit from AbuseCheck Hair Alcohol Abuse Test?
The AbuseCheck™ Hair Alcohol Abuse Test is a non-invasive testing procedure which provides a definitive timeline of alcohol abuse from one to six months depending on the test administered, to identify individuals with recent histories of alcohol abuse. This forensic test is used by a variety of individuals, professionals, corporations and agencies to get definitive [...]
Reliable Testing for Abusive Alcohol Consumption
There are many reasons to test an individual for alcohol abuse. For safe, reliable testing with results they can count on, law enforcement agencies, healthcare professionals, and employers turn to the AbuseCheck™ Hair Alcohol Abuse Test. The AbuseCheck™ Hair Alcohol Abuse Test is a non-invasive testing procedure which provides a definitive timeline of alcohol abuse from one [...]
When do I know that I might have a drinking problem
Many people are social drinkers. Which mean that they drink, but they don’t drink to get themselves into trouble. But how can one find out whether he or she has a drinking problem. Drinking a few beer on weekends with buddies, or drink at Christmas party and get oneself drunk may be OK for most [...]
Seniors can have alcohol abuse problem
Underage drinking and college drinking are big problems. Young adults and mid-aged people can become alcoholics. Even seniors have have big alcohol problems. It can happen to anyone at any age. Many people might not show signs of alcohol abuse throughout their lives, but families start seeing some signs of alcohol abuse as they age. [...]
women have a higher risk of developing problems from alcoholism
Most alcoholics tend to be men and men are more likely to consume more alcohol. But women have a higher risk of developing problems from alcohol consumption. Even when a man and a woman drink the same amount, the alcohol in her bloodstream typically reaches a higher level than a man’s. This is because women’s [...]
Pay attention to older people drinking problems
Drinking problems can happen to anyone at any age. But many people ignore older people drinking problems. Just because seniors have been drinking throughout their whole lives, it doesn’t mean they can drink as much as they want. Often families, friends, and health care workers often overlook their concerns about older people drinking. People often [...]
Ways you can help yourself to cut down drinking
Watch it at home. Keep a small amount or no alcohol at home. Don’t keep temptations around. Drink slowly. When you drink, sip your drink slowly. Take a break of 1 hour between drinks. Drink soda, water, or juice after a drink with alcohol. Do not drink on an empty stomach! Eat food when you [...]
How to Cut Down on Your Drinking
If you are drinking too much, you can improve your life and health by cutting down. How do you know if you drink too much? Read these questions and answer “yes” or “no”: Do you drink alone when you feel angry or sad? Does your drinking ever make you late for work? Does your drinking [...]