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10 Ways to Cheat a Hangover
By Bahar Gholipour, Tia Ghose published
From drinking clear drinks to taking ancient herbal remedies, there are several ways to avoid a hangover after New Year's revelry.
Glass-Shattering! How Wineglass Size Has Changed Since 1700
By Nicole Edison published
This holiday season, will you view the glass as half full or half empty? Well, that might depend on the size of the glass.
From Wild to Mild: How Different Types of Alcohol Affect Your Mood
By Samantha Mathewson published
The holidays are full of tasty treats and festive cocktails — but instead of Christmas cheer, some alcoholic beverages may cause other, less pleasant feelings, a new study from England suggests.
Drinking Alcohol Really Does Raise Your Cancer Risk, Doctors Warn
By Rachael Rettner published
Drinking alcohol, even a light or moderate amount, increases the risk of several common cancers, according to a leading group of cancer doctors.
Alcohol Use Makes Rats Crave Cocaine
By Mindy Weisberger published
Researchers found that rats sought cocaine more avidly after exposure to alcohol.
How Deaths from Opioids Have Impacted US Life Expectancy
By Sara G. Miller published
Life expectancy in the United States ticked upward between 2000 and 2015, but that rise was blunted by increasing rates of opioid-related deaths, a new report finds.
Why Whiskey Tastes Better with Water
By Charles Q. Choi published
Whiskey may become more flavorful if it's diluted with a few drops of water, new research suggests.
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