All news on the topic: Alcohol

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Habits that appear harmless but could increase chance of developing dementia
It's fast becoming one of the biggest problems healthcare systems around the globe have to deal with, but while you can't avoid some factors in the development of this disease, there are others you can control
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Spencer Matthews' terrifying decision behind quitting booze for good
Former Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews has been sober for several years now, but before quitting the booze for good, the reality TV star had a dark relationship with alcohol
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'Extraordinary depravity' of devil mask child sex abuse ring
Five men and three women were convicted after a Glasgow court heard four children, all under 13, were plied with drugs and alcohol then violently and sexually abused
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Midlife high cholesterol levels could increase dementia risk by 40%, doctor says
Dementia affects around one in 11 people over the age of 65 in the UK, but Dr Avinash Hari Narayanan has warned that high cholesterol levels could increase the risk of getting it by 40 per cent
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Wetherspoon is slashing prices from today with pints costing just £1.99
Wetherspoon is reducing the price of a range of drinks and meals from Tuesday, January 2 until Wednesday, January 17, or from Wednesday, January 3, for its Scotland pubs
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Weight loss expert says doing 'Dry January' could help you achieve your goals
An expert has advised how exactly giving Dry January a go could well help you achieve your weight loss goals - all while keeping your head nice and clear for the new year ahead
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Easy way to remove alcohol stains from sofa or carpet after New Year party
If you, or someone you know, has managed to have a spillage of alcohol, whether that be red wine or Baileys, you don't need to fret - as a cleaning expert has shared the best ways to save your carpet or sofa
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Perfect hangover breakfast to make you feel human again, as per nutritionist
For those feeling a little delicate after the festivities of Christmas and New Year, a nutritionist has shared their go-to hangover breakfast recipe that should have you feeling human again in no time at all
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Benefits of quitting alcohol almost immediately, explain experts
Many will be giving up alcohol for January, and as motivation it's good to know that the benefits happen to your body almost immediately after putting down your last drink
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Wedding DJ faces prison after urinating on cancer patient in grim Snapchat prank
Leigh Brookfield, 40, from Llanelli in Wales, pleaded guilty to common assault after he filmed himself urinating on a man with cancer in a sick clip he later uploaded to Snapchat
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Unusual symptom of silent killer high blood pressure that can be found in ears
Very high blood pressures can cause headaches, blurred vision, chest pain and other symptoms, but the only way to know for sure is to get your blood pressure checked
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Warning signs your drink has been spiked – key giveaways and what to look for
Experts explain how to tell if your drink has been spiked, and what to do next to make sure you're safe - from calling emergency services to having a designated friend
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Bartender approved hangover cure tipple that works like a charm
If you're worried about entering the brand new year with a throbbing hangover, then there's one bartender-approved tipple that should have you right as rain in no time at all
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Age you have to be to legally drink alcohol in the UK might surprise you
Indulging in a beverage or two is a common part of many people's Christmases, but did you know that the age to legally drink alcohol in the UK is surprisingly low?
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'Elton John saved my life after I nearly drank myself to death'
Tom Cridland would drink for days on end until he'd pass out, before he made the life-changing decision to quit alcohol - inspired by iconic singer and pianist Sir Elton John
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Expert shares simple 16:8 mealtime plan to lose unwanted Christmas weight
Planning to eat your meals during a specific period can help you lose unwanted weight after indulging over the Christmas period, nutritionist Hannah Hope explains
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Expert shares simple cost-effective hack to remove red wine stains
If you are living in fear of New Year's eve drinks spillages then it's better to be prepared beforehand, with one cleaning expert sharing a two-step hack that will remove tough dried on red-wine stains
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Dry January calculator shows how much you'll save if you quit booze next month
Millions of Brits are set to take part in the annual pledge to give up alcohol for the entire month of January. It could help your physical and mental health - and also save you a bunch of cash
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Michael Mosley says favourite Christmas tipple can help you sleep over holidays
According to Dr Michael Mosley, having a popular Christmas dinner tipple could help you drift off to sleep at night, which is great news for those who struggle with getting rest over the holidays
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Seven of the best things to eat to help cure a Chrismas hangover
Swigging back one too many festive drinks during Christmas dinner can leave you feeling rather rough and nauseous the next day - but help is at hand - and it needn't involve painkillers ....
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Important sleep habits to maintain over Christmas amid late nights and big meals
Children are expected to struggle to sleep during the festive season, but adults can often fall foul of the break in routine too, so here's some expert tips to help you get a proper night’s rest
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Sleep habits to avoid over the festive period - why it messes with our bodies
A psychologist has explained how our sleep is controlled by three mechanisms: the supply-and-demand relationship between sleep and wakefulness, the body clock and psychological factors
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Urgent warning over 'silent killer' that can strike over Christmas and New Year
So-called 'holiday heart syndrome' refers to how periods of binge drinking during weekends and special occasions can induce abnormalities in the heart's rhythm
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Cleaning guru's trick for removing red wine and gravy stains from fabric
Are you dreaming of a clean Christmas? Experts dish the dirt on how to avoid spills and stains this festive season, keeping your home looking merry and bright
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'I joined police on 'Black Eye Friday' - officers are numb to drunken abuse'
"Some people have ten shots and think they're Arnie," said one security guard when Mirror reporter Matthew Dresch joined police during the madness of 'Black Eye Friday' in Bristol