Laws and regulations about the marketing, sale and consumption of alcohol should be reasonable, consistent and clear. Everyone would agree with that principle. Yet “Alcohol Regulations Often Problematic” shows how inconsistent, illogical, and ncomprehendable they can be. Texas Commission Unfortunately, laws concerning alcohol tend to have grown in a complex and inconsistent way since the repeal …
Alcohol junk science promoters and believers try to influence laws and public policy. For example, the New York State Assembly‘s Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse held hearings. It wanted to know whether or not alcohol advertising has an effect on youthful drinking. And, if so, what action the Assembly should take. The Faithful For …
Some writers argue that wine drinkers tend to be healthier than others because they generally have better health habits. They say it’s not because they consume alcohol. However, the health benefits of moderate drinking actually result from the alcohol itself. It’s true that wine drinkers tend to have better health habits than many others do. …
The favorite alcoholic beverages of presidents and others is fascinating subject.. U.S. Presidents The favorite alcoholic beverages of Presidents of the U.S. include these. Whiskey (George Washington) Madiera wine (Thomas Jefferson) Gin and tonic (Gerald Ford) Martini (Herbert Hoover) Champagne (James Madison) Whiskey (Andrew Jackson) Champagne (James K. Polk) Rum and coke; dry martini (Richard …
The U.S. government attacks drinking by teens with shoddy junk science. Here’s the story The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced an alleged breakthrough in research on alcohol policy. According to the DOJ, a comparison of drinking rates among American and European teenagers proved that those in Europe, with its more moderate alcohol attitudes …
Alcohol consumption and aggression are sometimes related. What’s not so clear is just why drunks sometimes become belligerent. What is it about being intoxicated that sometimes makes fighting seem like a good idea? And do all intoxicated people get more aggressive? Or does it depend on the circumstances? Actually, drinking alcohol sometimes reduces aggression. The …
Alcohol and drinking words can be confusing. What’s the difference between whisky and whiskey? Between a generic and a semi-generic wine? Or between beer and ale? Once you know the differences, see if your friends do. It’s fun! A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M|N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z A (Alcohol & Drinking Words) Absinthe is a spirit drink of aromatics including star anise, fennel seed, …
In “Facts of Teen Prohibition: Facing Its Grim Failure” journalist John Buell describes below problems alcohol prohibition causes. Also see his “Underage Drinking Problem Prevention: Some Thoughts” and “Alcohol Brain Science of Teens: Dissenting Ideas to Consider.” The Case Against Infant Formula Three weeks before publishing its eye-catching “Grim Neurology of Teenage Drinking,” The New …
People commonly think that high consumption levels are a cause of alcohol problems are a direct result of consumption levels. That is, the higher the consumption level, the more the problems. However, the experience of societies and other social groups shows this isn’t so. In short, drinking levels aren’t the cause of alcohol problems. In …
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) is the US federal government’s lead alcohol agency. It’s responsible for providing alcohol information to the American public. Because it speaks with federal authority it is essential that its information be clear and accurate. Unfortunately, much of the government alcohol information is erroneous or misleading Alcohol …
