Alcohol. Friend or Foe?

Why the research on alcohol has changed my thinking.

Every other week there is an article that makes claims about the benefits of alcohol and then another about its potential harms.

So what’s the deal?

Is alcohol good or bad for you?

Vermeer van Utrecht Man drinking wine. 1656.

Let’s start with some simple facts.

Alcohol is a toxin.

Alcohol is a factor in¹:

• 30% of suicides

• 40% of fatal burn injuries

• 50% of fat…