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Do You Drink to Unwind? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 22:00:50 +0000

Alcohol is known to be a social lubricant. But many people also use booze to help them recover from too much action and interaction. According to a Drinkaware survey of more than 2,00 adults, 66 percent said that they often drink to unwind from a stressful day. The survey also found that 44 percent are more likely [...]

'Stay Sober' Pill In Development

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:00:43 +0000

A pill that eliminated all the effects alcohol on lab rats may one day be available to humans.

Researchers fed the rodents — who react to alcohol similarly to how people do — the new drug after having them consume enough booze to stumble and fall down. Then they measured the rodents for balance and reflexes, finding that the rats on the drug tested as if they were still sober.

How to Stay Hangover-Free This Mardi Gras

K Bear — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:57:28 +0000

Since Mardi Gras is a holiday that goes hand-in-hand with gluttonous drinking, we thought we’d offer a few tips for a more positive drinking experience for those who want to enjoy themselves and not wind up a morning-after mess. 1. Eat before you drink This is the most important thing to do, because drinking on [...]