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Life Threatening Effects of Alcohol

charting cancers caused by alcohol use

Is another beer really worth the long term effects? I bet your family would say no.Cancer is a devastating reality. Everyone loves someone who has been plagued by the horrific disease, and many people who have cancer in their family medical history live in fear of inheriting that fate. In many cases, there is little you can do to prevent the disease: it’s simply a case of unlucky genetics. In some cases, though, there are preventative measures that you can take to protect your health and future. 

Everyone knows that alcohol isn’t a helpful addition to a healthy diet. Beyond the calories and sugar that often accompany an occasional alcoholic beverage, excessive alcohol use can wreak havoc on your physical and mental health. 

There are eight types of cancer that can be brought on by alcohol use. That means that when you invite alcohol into your mouth, it has the ability to impact your health all over your body. Drinking moderately has been traced to cancer, but the risks certainly grow higher depending on how much alcohol you tend to consume. 

Next time you’re weighing the pros and cons of another round, think about your health in addition to what a pain your hangover will be in the morning. Your loved ones will thank you.