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THC drinks gain popularity in the US – but can they fully replace alcohol?

A growing trend of state laws permit the sale of cannabis drinks – and beverage companies are angling to make the next hit alcohol alternative

The Guardian - US

Electrolytes are everywhere. But do they actually work?

IN FOCUS: If you’re having a boozy December, the chances are you are already pairing your nights in the pub with a quick boost of electrolytes – the new wellness trend that helps rehydrate the body. But what exactly are electrolytes? And do many of the products that contain them…

The Independent UK

Meat-eaters more likely to be disgusted by meat after taking part in Veganuary, study reveals

Avoiding animal products – and alcohol – at the start of the year makes lasting changes more likely, say researchers

The Guardian - UK

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How to get wax out of a carpet: cleaning experts share their foolproof methods

Finding a pool of wax on your carpet can strike a chord of fear in the best of us however with these expert-recommended steps you'll never have to panic again

Woman & Home

Breathalyzer Maker Arrested for Drunk Driving After Failing Alcohol Breath Test

Richard Lacey, 70, was arrested Nov. 23 after his breath test was measured at 41 micrograms. The legal limit in the UK is 35 micrograms.

Latin Times

‘A cultural shift’: drinkers hit Hull’s Low Ale Trail for alcohol-free options

On ‘Mad Friday’, many festive revellers are choosing low- or no-alcohol drinks on pub crawl touring Hull’s city centre

The Guardian - UK

How to fix a hangover according to what you were drinking the night before

Do different drinks actually produce different leagues of hangover? Or is that anecdotal nonsense? Martin Robinson asks a hangover expert to find out

Evening Standard

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Navigating Treatment Choices in Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers

Navigating the options for drug and alcohol rehabilitation can be overwhelming due to the multitude of choices for individuals and families. However, with a clear understanding of the treatment options, one can make informed decisions that align with personal needs and recovery objectives.

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How to protect yourself from tainted drinks while on vacation amid methanol poisoning fears

Tips to avoid drink spiking and methanol poisoning include checking bottles and containers for tampering

The Independent UK

I was suicidal, cycling helped get me back on track: Former guitarist lost 40kg and kicked alcohol to ride the height of Everest 12 times

Mark Bruce has climbed the height of the mountain - in a single ride - once a month, every month, for a year after going sober and getting his life back on track

Cycling Weekly

Woman who abandoned nine-year-old boy in woods overnight avoids jail

Before taking him to the woods, Ashley McGovern also exposed the boy to drugs and alcohol

The Independent UK

Five ways to cut your risk of cancer – by an oncology consultant

Cancer is a complex disease with many causes – and sometimes none. For some patients, getting cancer is down to plain bad luck.

The Conversation

Why does family violence increase during the festive season? Here are 3 contributing factors

While the holiday season is supposed to be a happy time, evidence suggests it’s one of the worst times of year for domestic and family violence.

The Conversation

Call for action after ‘devastating’ rise in drink deaths in England

Deaths caused solely by alcohol have increased by 42% since 2019

The Independent UK

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Call for action after ‘devastating’ rise in drink deaths

The Alcohol Health Alliance said deaths have been allowed to spiral in England.

The Conversation

For enslaved people, the holiday season was a time for revelry – and a brief window to fight back

During the era of slavery in the Americas, enslaved men, women and children also enjoyed the holidays. Slave owners usually gave them bigger portions of food, gifted them alcohol and provided extra days of rest.

The Independent UK

Teenage who died in Laos poisonings was ‘full of life’. Now father is determined to get justice

Holly Bowles was among six foreign tourists to die after drinking alcohol in the small town of Vang Vieng

The Guardian - UK

The Swedish sobriety secret: dry December – and off-licences shut on a Saturday night

For decades, the authorities in Sweden have encouraged people to drink responsibly – and with a state alcohol monopoly, strict rules and growing abstinence, they seem to be succeeding

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The Independent UK

Fiji hits out at tourist poisoning warning as PM warns of ‘negative press’

Seven tourists were left in hospital after an incident at a fiver-star resort

The Guardian - AU

No methanol or illicit drugs in alcohol served at Fijian resort where Australians fell ill, tests find

Australia urged to remove the word ‘spike’ from its recently upgraded travel warning to the popular Pacific holiday destination

The Conversation

Let’s take the boat out! 5 tips on staying safe on the water if you fancy a drink

Australia is a nation of boaters, with one of the world’s highest rates of boat ownership. There are about one million registered vessels in Australia and one in ten Australians has a boat licence.

The Conversation

Flying this holiday season? Here’s why air travel makes us so cranky – and what to do about it

The holidays are coming, airports are packed and emotions are running high. You’ve probably seen it or even been part of it: that tense moment when a passenger snaps at a flight attendant, or a near-meltdown over a seat reclining too far. Why does flying seem to bring out the…

Evening Standard

Best low-calorie beers to buy in the UK, taste tested

Whether you're reducing bloat, or simply want a guilt-free sip, these low-calorie beers deliver on flavour while keeping it light

The Conversation

Alcohol prescribing for severe withdrawal – what the research shows

In rare and severe cases of alcohol withdrawal, one NHS trust is prescribing alcohol to treat patients. A specialised team at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust prescribes carefully controlled doses of alcohol in a medical setting to a select group of patients. The goal? To prevent life-threatening complications.

The Independent UK

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