Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Alcohol Abstinence

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Small changes in alcohol intake linked to blood pressure shifts

Light-to-moderate alcohol consumption is associated with increases in blood pressure (BP) and stopping drinking—even drinking less—may lead to clinically meaningful BP reductions, according to a study published in JACC. Findings ...

Increasing level of alcohol intake may raise risk for cancer

Adults who increase their alcohol consumption may have a higher risk for alcohol-related cancers and all cancers versus adults who had sustained quitting or reduced levels of drinking, according to a study published online ...