Consumption of alcoholic beverages has been a prominent feature of many cultures since
the ancient civilisations. Throughout history, the pros and cons of alcohol have been …

Alcohol consumption has a major but complex impact on cardiovascular diseases. Both
irregular and chronic heavy drinking occasions detrimentally impact on most major …

Abstract Purpose of Review This review aims to discuss the effect of alcohol consumption on
various cardiovascular (CV) diseases and CV mortality. Recent Findings Alcohol intake has …

Alcohol has been consumed by most societies over the last 7000years. Abraham Lincoln
said “It has long been recognized that the problems with alcohol relate not to the use of a …

Over the past several decades, the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) has nearly
doubled, and alcohol has played a major role in the incidence of much of it. Alcohol has also …

The impact of alcohol intake on mortality from all causes has been described in a large
number of prospective population studies from many countries. Most have shown a J …

Alcohol in moderation is associated with lower risk of coronary heart disease in healthy men
and women. New evidence suggests that this association, described in over 70 …

Excessive consumption of alcohol is not only a social problem, but it also significantly
increases the morbidity and mortality rates of many societies. A correlation has been …

With respect to cardiovascular disorders, epidemiologic studies support the hypothesis of
increased risks among heavy alcohol drinkers and indicate a lower risk among lighter …

An extensive body of data shows concordant J-shaped associations between alcohol intake
and a variety of adverse health outcomes, including coronary heart disease, diabetes …