New York, A large protein found in spinach may aid in the development of new medications for millions around the world dealing with alcohol use disorders, chronic pain and mood disorders, researchers said. The study, led by researchers from the Purdue University, discovered two peptides which are naturally metabolic products[Read More…]
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Alcohol intake may cause weight loss in diabetics
New York: Regular consumption of alcohol may lead to long-term weight loss in people with diabetes, say researchers. The study, led by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, showed that losing weight can help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. Obesity is known as one of the leading risk[Read More…]
Denied more wine on flight, drunk Irish woman abuses Air India crew
A drunk Irish woman was caught on camera losing her cool and abusing the Air India crew members after she was denied more wine. In a video that recently went viral online, the foreign passenger, on-board a London-bound flight on November 10 on Air India’s flight AI 131, is heard[Read More…]
Diabetes linked to deaths from alcohol, accidents, suicide: Study
London: People with diabetes are more at risk of deaths from alcohol-related factors, accidents or suicide, than non-diabetics, a study has found. The increased risk of death from these causes may be related to the mental health of patients, which may be adversely affected by the psychological burden of living[Read More…]
Avoid fried food, smoking, alcohol to prevent acidity
New Delhi: Amidst the hectic schedule of day-to-day life, we often neglect common digestive problems such as acidity. Considering these digestive problems to be minor, we either ignore or tend to treat them by ourselves. Acidity can cause heartburn — a burning sensation in the chest, stomach and throat. However,[Read More…]
Indians drinking more: Alcohol intake doubles in a decade
Indians have started drinking more as compared to 2005. The alcohol consumption in India has more than doubled. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) the per capita alcohol consumption has increased from 2.4 litres in 2005 to 5.7 litres in 2016. The report suggests 4.2 litres is being consumed[Read More…]
Research finds alcohol harmful for young TB patients
New York: Increased consumption of alcohol in people with tuberculosis (TB) may accelerate their risk of death, scientists led by an Indian-origin researcher have found. Chronic alcohol consumption modulates a host of immune defense mechanisms and increases susceptibility to infections with various pathogens such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) the TB-causing bacterium.[Read More…]
Drunken youth ate chicken alive in Telangana
Can drinks make people this monstrous? A youth in Telangana was captured in a video while he started eating a chicken alive. The incident came under notice when a passerby spotted two youths in a badly drunken state and shot a video of the whole nuisance. Among them one was[Read More…]
Liquor ban in Bihar leads to 50% sale hike in Nepal
Due to the present strict laws on the consumption of alcohol in Bihar, Nepal witnesses 50 percent sale hike. According to the Nepalese wine manufacturers, the demand of alcohol has increased to the extent, leaving factories not able to fulfill the demand. This has led to the establishment of at[Read More…]
Jharkhand: Couple sells baby to buy daily dose of booze
In an eye-opening case of addiction, a poverty-stricken alcoholic couple in Jharkhand’s Bokaro district sold its one-and-a-half-month-old baby boy to a quack for Rs 45,000 for buying their daily dose of liquor as per Hindustan Times reports. The couple already has 5 children and all under the age of 10.[Read More…]
Kerala sees a fall in liquor sale after Supreme Court directive
After the Supreme Court order of shifting all liquor shops lying along the National as well as state highways, there has been a notable fall in the sale of liquor in the state of Kerala. According to the figures released by the Beverages Corporation (Bevco), in the month of April,[Read More…]
Here’s how Nitish Kumar failed in 100% implementation of prohibition
When Mr. Maharaj, enquired about the seized bottles, he was informed that most of the liquor bottles were either consumed by the rats or was destroyed by them.
Liquor worth Rs 20 lakh seized in UP
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How to keep yourself cool in summer
Again the summer is here. The scorching heat can take away all your interest towards life. Excessive heat can cause dehydration, sun burn, heat cramps etc. Precautions are essential to combat the summer. Follow these steps to keep yourself cool in the summer: Wear loose lightweight clothing Loose Cotton Kurtas[Read More…]
Budget: Karnataka govt puts limit of Rs 200 on film ticket; VAT on liquor removed
The movie tickets cannot be priced above Rs 200 each in multiplexes across the state as per the Karnataka Budget presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday. The Karnataka Budget for 2017-18 has proposed numerous measures that will bring a smile to alcohol and cinema lovers. The value-added tax (VAT)[Read More…]
MP govt asks liquor shops mark frequent buyers
Government formulating national policy to reduce alcohol dependency
The Centre is working on formulation of a national policy to address the emerging challenge of alcohol dependency in the country, especially among youth. In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the policy will follow the same approach as it is being used in cases of drug de-addiction, a source said. According to[Read More…]
Bihar liquor ban is illegal, rules Patna High Court
The Patna High Court on Friday struck down Bihar government’s Prohibition of Liquor Act by calling it illegal. Even though Bihar CM had roped in many JD(U) workers to support the ban, the court overturned the decision. The recently passed Bill- the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Bill -2016 had very[Read More…]
‘No’ turns fatal: Man murders mother for refusing cash to buy alcohol
A middle-aged man allegedly beat his 70-year-old mother to death after she refused to give him money for buying alcohol in Baran district of Rajasthan, police said on Saturday. The incident took place at Saimera village in Shahabad area of the district on Friday evening. The man, Murari Sahariya, returned[Read More…]
Online-Offline: The alcohol story of Kerala
Onam will be a dry day after-all! Booze lovers in Kerala faced a major disappointment on Thursday as the government after giving high promises of ‘online alcohol’ in morning, withdrew the proposal in evening. Soon after tipplers in Kerala rejoiced the announcement made by Consumerfed chairman M. Mehboob which spoke[Read More…]