One of the main responsibilities of the kidneys is to sift out harmful substances from the blood, and alcohol is one such substance. Small amounts of alcohol can be easily filtered and disposed of, but too much alcohol affects how the kidneys work, impairing them to the point of not being able to properly purify […]

Excess alcohol intake has an association with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Moderate alcohol consumption has some potential benefits for the body, but these do not outweigh the risks of alcohol consumption. The heart-protective potential of red wine is believed to be partially due to its high concentration of plant compounds called polyphenols, […]