DID YOU KNOW…
- All the cocktails you enjoy can be alcohol-free if you ask for the “virgin” version.
- Professional bartenders can recommend alcohol-free drinks with the same (or better) taste as your usual drink. There are even competitions for creating alcohol-free cocktails.
- If you are being mindful of your diet, keep in mind that alcohol has a lot of” bad” calories.
- Sweeteners can magnify the effects of alcohol and you may get drunk faster.
- If you drink frequently your body develops tolerance to alcohol. This means that you will need to constantly increase the quantity of alcohol consumed to feel the same effect.
- Mixing alcohol with other substances can lead to unpredictable chemical reactions in your body.
- Prohibiting alcohol to underage individuals is not just an old-fashioned cliché; it has scientific basis. Research has shown that the adolescent brain is in continuous development, therefore, alcohol can negatively affect consumers’ learning ability, critical thinking, and emotional regulation.
- 25% of vehicular accidents are caused due to excess alcohol consumption. Drinking alcohol negatively affects reaction time to unexpected events, observational and monitoring skills, and correct speed management. Using a smartphone while driving under the influence increases the chances of an accident.
- Alcohol consumption during pregnancy causes developmental disturbances and can lead to miscarriage.
Upgrade Your Drink
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