Does Alcohol Harm Your Immune System?
If you’ve ever indulged in a bit too much wine or one too many cocktails, you know alcohol — especially in excess — has some unpleasant gastrointestinal (GI) side effects. Since gut health is...
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The Truth About Alcohol (+ 5 Tips for Smarter Holiday Sips)
Mixing, mingling and making merry this holiday wouldn’t be the same without alcohol. But for those of us with an agenda to neutralize weight gain, adding alcohol to the equation makes this a tough...
This or That: Is a Cookie Healthier Than a Cocktail?
Holiday cookies are something to look forward to every year — they’re festive and delicious and come in so many different varieties, it’s impossible to choose a favorite. Similarly, seasonal...
12 Refreshing Summer Mocktail Recipes
Summer has arrived and that means cocktails by the pool and weekend barbecues. But just because you don’t drink — or choose to cut back on alcohol — it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on...
The Drinks That Are Worth the Calories (or Not)
The next time you boil the kettle or reach into the refrigerator to quench your thirst, consider whether your go-to beverages are helping or hurting your health. “Liquid calories add up...