by Kevin O'Hara | Nov 15, 2013 | Health
What is Gout? Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis. It happens when there is a buildup of uric acid. Alcohol contributes to this build-up. Under normal circumstances the body produces uric acid which is a bi-product of a chemical breakdown in the body....
by Kevin O'Hara | Nov 12, 2013 | Health
Are you aware of the links between alcohol and coma? A person will be defined as being comatose if they have been unconscious for more than 6 hours, they will not respond naturally to bright lights, sounds, or painful stimulation, and the brain function is at its base...
by Kevin O'Hara | Nov 10, 2013 | Health
What is Diabetes? Diabetes occurs when the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is essential in controlling glucose usage. It regulates the metabolism of fat and carbs in the body. How Can Alcohol Cause Diabetes? Heavy drinking can cause...
by Kevin O'Hara | Oct 27, 2013 | Health
What is Cirrhosis? The liver has wide ranging functions and is vital for survival. It aids you by removing toxins from your blood. It cleans the blood, processes the good stuff and helps to get rid of the bad. The liver is the largest organ in the body and the only...
by Kevin O'Hara | Oct 19, 2013 | Health
What is Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy? The human heart starts beating at between 21 and 28 days after conception. It’s an amazing thing. It will continue pumping blood around the body for life at a rate of 100,000 beats per day. Without your heart you don’t survive…...
by Kevin O'Hara | Oct 14, 2013 | Health
What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a broad term which covers over 100 conditions. The word comes from a mix of the Greek “athron” (joint) and Latin “itis” (inflammation). Although the condition can affect people at any age, the most common form is osteoarthritis which...
