Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is the amount of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream. A BAC above 0.40% is considered dangerous. In some cases, it may prove fatal if a person does not receive ...

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) is a crucial protein that plays a vital role in the development, survival, and plasticity of neurons in the central nervous system 1. It is involved in various ...

We know that too much booze is bad for us, but a new study reveals that even a low level of alcohol intake could damage the brain. A team of researchers from the US linked higher levels of drinking to ...

Low to moderate drinking may not be protective against certain health conditions, and "safe" alcohol use guidelines may be substantially off base. These are among the implications of a review of ...

Alcohol use is linked to increased mortality for seven types of cancer, including colorectal, breast and liver. Credit: Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock. The risk of dying from alcohol-related causes ...

The most severe nutritional consequence of chronic alcohol consumption is the depletion of micronutrients that occurs due to impaired intestinal absorption and increased renal excretion. 1 ...

Alcohol is a toxic substance that affects the brain and nervous system. This article explores if there are any healthy options, how many units are recommended, and more.