Alcohol

Can your liver heal itself once you stop drinking alcohol?

The liver has an amazing power to repair itself after it has been damaged. But it cannot grow back as new if it is already severely scarred. Here’s what happens to your liver when you quit alcohol

No more nightcaps: How even a glass of alcohol affects our sleep

Research shows that drinking alcohol before bedtime results in a reduced quality of sleep. Once liquor starts wearing off, it can lead to some people waking up during the night and having trouble drifting off again

Drink Responsibly: Is it possible to be allergic to alcohol?

Alcohol allergies are rare, with reported cases mainly involving rashes. But symptoms like wheezing and headaches that mimic allergies often perplex people. If we look closely, it becomes clear that the source of these reactions is not just the alcohol but the complex composition of the drink

It’s the time for Dry January: Why giving up alcohol for a month is a good idea

Dry January is here and many people are cutting out alcohol for one month. Doctors state that this practice has several health benefits – making people feel fitter and happier. Here’s how

Vantage | How young Indians have kept global alcohol market in high spirits

Despite only a small proportion of Indians drinking Scotch, India has become one of the largest exporters of this renowned spirit

Vantage | Why higher taxes on alcohol, sugary drinks is a good idea

Higher taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks are projected to save lives and bring in significant revenue

Why Indian aviation regulator wants to ban perfumes and mouthwash for pilots and crew members

India's civil aviation regulator, the DGCA, has proposed a draft that bars pilots and crew from using perfumes, mouthwash and more during the breathalyser test. This is because these items generally have a high alcohol content and can affect the results of the test

Should you drink every day or only on weekends?

Events like the just-finished Dry July, Febfast and Hello Sunday Morning — when people voluntarily abstain from alcohol for periods of time — are growing in popularity. But does drinking the same amount spread over the week versus just on the weekends, make any difference health-wise?

Cheers! Now, you can carry 2 sealed alcohol bottles on Delhi Metro; Know what you can, can’t carry

As per an earlier order by DMRC, carrying of alcohol was banned in the Delhi Metro except on the Airport Express Line

Drink at your own risk: Why Ireland is making alcohol-labelling policy mandatory

Ireland will introduce health labelling on alcoholic drinks in 2026 to warn about calorie content, cancer risks and other harmful effects. However, the new legislation has been opposed by its own trading partners, including some European Union nations