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According to Chemistry, Alcohol Is a Solution; Proof explores the science of alcohol, from its production to its effect on your bloodstream, brain, body and behavior.
Consumers are in Denial with the Lack of Nutrition Labels on Alcoholic Beverages
Health-conscious consumers have been looking at product labels for years, attempting to avoid sugar, carbohydrates, fats, and high-calorie foods at all costs. While this is nothing new for society, the hype of ‘healthy drinking’ is making its way to alcoholic beverages. While we may still see the occasional keg stand and shotgunning of beers, it seems that millennials have healthier alcoholic beverages in hand and are turning the market when it comes to choosing a better-for-you alternative.
Myth-Busting The Top 5 Hangover Cure Myths
Hangovers suck. Last night, you had the time of your life. This morning, you’re wondering why you ever drank in the first place. The nausea, pounding headache, and shaking is too overwhelming to think about anything else. Which remedies ease the dreaded symptoms and which are just a misconception?
Art vs Alcohol (And other drugs)
Drugs and art have a complicated ebb and flow within our society. Drugs in the mainstream are, of course, a massive taboo for a variety of reasons. Ranging from legal alcohol to soft drugs like cannabis, and then to the potentially devastating likes of crystal meth and heroin. All of which serve their purpose as an escape from reality to a degree, while vulnerable people often fall into habits of usage, their using is often hidden behind a variety of excuses to validate their consumption.
christopher wyerPublished 3 years ago in ProofCraft Brewers’ Commercial Yeast Choice May Affect Beer Diversity
In this instalment of The Beerologist, I will describe a scientific paper by Prof. Dr. Diego Bonatto that I recently found on bioRxiv (https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.07.17.209171v2). The manuscript is currently (as of 28/08/2020) in peer review and subject to changes before publication. It is in the reviewers’ hands!
BrewingbrowserPublished 4 years ago in ProofBest and Worst Alcoholic Drinks for Your Skin
I'm always getting breakouts. And what's worse is that I just learned that some drinks are terrible for your epidermis. Good thing I have cardio, and good thing I know the best and worst alcoholic drinks for your skin. I know what drinks to avoid!
Chica ReyassPublished 6 years ago in ProofThe Science Behind Why You Turn Red When You Drink Alcohol
Ever wonder the science behind why you turn red when you drink alcohol? It's more intricate than you think, and your body is trying to tell you something. A condition that many people suffer from, it is primarily effective in those of Asian descent.
Kelsey LangePublished 6 years ago in ProofYou Can Pry My Moscow Mule Mugs from My Cold, Lifeless Fingers
Last week, news began to circulate that poorly-made copper Moscow mule mugs can cause food poisoning, and if you have a Moscow mule habit, you should reconsider your choice of vessel.
Cherise ThreewittPublished 7 years ago in Proof