Significance of Alcohol consumption
Alcohol consumption encompasses the act of drinking alcoholic beverages, which is associated with numerous health risks and negative consequences. Various sources, including ancient texts like the Purana and scientific literature, highlight its dangers, such as increased risks of liver damage, hypertension, various cancers, and cardiovascular diseases. While moderate drinking may have limited benefits, excessive alcohol consumption poses significant risks to both physical and mental health, illustrating the importance of moderation and awareness around its use.
Synonyms: Drinking, Alcohol intake, Beverage consumption, Liquor consumption, Ethanol consumption, Drinking alcohol, Alcohol use, Alcohol ingestion, Alcohol drinking
In Dutch: Alcoholgebruik; In Finnish: Alkoholin kulutus; In Spanish: Consumo de alcohol; In German: Alkoholkonsum
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Alcohol consumption'
Alcohol consumption in Hinduism is interpreted as a prohibited act for the twice-born due to adverse effects, prevalent in society through various terms, and a serious offense particularly for Brahmana individuals.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Drinking any form of liquor, noted specifically as a serious offence when it comes to Brahmana individuals.[1]
The concept of Alcohol consumption in scientific sources
Alcohol consumption involves the intake of alcoholic beverages and is identified as a minor risk factor for oral cancer when compared to the higher risks associated with tobacco.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is one of the factors that may influence the association between the CETP rs708272 and lipid profiles, along with other factors.[2] (2) This refers to the intake of alcoholic beverages, considered a stroke risk factor that was recognized by the respondents.[3] (3) Alcohol consumption was associated with an increased risk of CRC, as reported in one of the case-control studies.[4] (4) This is the intake of alcoholic beverages, which can be associated with the occurrence of ADRs in tuberculosis treatment.[5] (5) The intake of alcoholic beverages, which has an associated risk factor for benign prostatic hyperplasia.[6]