The Wirecutter Show Drink Less and Prosper
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Jan 1, 2025 Dana G. Smith, a New York Times health reporter specializing in personal health, joins Marguerite Preston, Wirecutter's senior kitchen editor, to explore the joys of non-alcoholic drinking. They discuss the health risks of alcohol consumption and advocate for a vibrant bar cart filled with tasty alternatives. The conversation highlights creative non-alcoholic cocktails and the appeal of sophisticated non-alcoholic beverages, emphasizing how they can elevate social experiences without compromising well-being.
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Moderate Drinking Risks
- Moderate drinking, once thought harmless, now links to several health risks, including cancer, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
- This shift challenges previous beliefs about alcohol's impact, especially regarding moderate consumption.
Defining Moderate Drinking
- Defining "moderate drinking" is complex and varies by country, creating confusion.
- The U.S. defines it as one drink or less daily for women and two for men, but some argue this is too high.
Alcohol's Harmful Effects
- Alcohol's breakdown product, acetaldehyde, damages DNA and hinders repair, leading to various health issues.
- It also causes oxidative stress, damaging blood vessels and contributing to high blood pressure.