Author Archives: Ria Health Team

According to recent statistics, women are drinking more than they used to. This doesn’t always mean they are drinking to excess, but it does mean more attention is needed on alcohol and women’s health. One often overlooked issue is how alcohol affects women’s hormones. The impact of alcohol on women’s health is complex, but one […]

The consumption of alcohol has always been the subject of debate. Is drinking good for you or bad for you? How much is too much? Should we aim to drink no alcohol at all, or is moderate drinking okay? Even the Harvard School of Public Health calls alcohol “both a tonic and a poison,” with […]

Cutting back or quitting drinking is a challenge for many people. It’s not unusual for someone to make several attempts before finding success. This is where medication for alcoholism can make a huge difference. By helping you control the physical aspects of addiction, medication can give you the edge you need to overcome dependence. Here […]

Whenever a hot new trend pops up, it’s often referred to as “the new black.” Often this involves fashion, music, or social activities. But one of the latest movements to gain traction may surprise some people—has sober socializing become cool? The answer for many people, especially millennials, is a resounding “yes.”  While socializing may once […]

Growing up with parents who drink excessively is more common than you might think. According to recent studies, as many as 7.5 million children are living with at least one parent who struggles with alcohol addiction. This translates to nearly one in five American adults having grown up under these circumstances. Clearly this doesn’t prevent […]

Have you ever poured a drink or two to relax and wind down after a long day at work? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, studies show a link between working long hours and increased alcohol consumption. While this may not be dangerous in moderation, there is growing evidence that a risky level of […]

It’s not always easy to judge how drunk you are. We’ve all had friends at parties or bars who will insist that they are sober, even when visibly intoxicated. Many of us have had to talk a friend out of driving when they’ve had too many. At times this can seem like a simple case […]

It’s been a long workday, and you’re exhausted, yet you can’t seem to get to sleep. This is a common problem, especially for people in high-stress professions. Many turn to alcohol to help them get some much-needed shut-eye. While it appears true that alcohol can help you fall asleep more easily, it also seems to […]

Since the time of the first European settlers, alcohol has been an integral part of the economy, culture, and history of the U.S. Unbeknownst to most people, alcohol played a huge role in the Revolutionary War. It has been a major part of United States culture ever since. This has its downsides—as many as 15 […]

Nearly 40 percent of Americans suffer from obesity— that’s according to official numbers from the Centers for Disease Control. In many of these individuals, obesity has reached a stage that presents an immediate and urgent danger to their health. Gastric bypass surgery can succeed where other weight loss methods fail. Unfortunately, a side effect of […]