Thirst-zepatide? A cheap, already available pill is being billed as the “Ozempic of alcohol” for its ability to reduce appetites for booze, the way GLP-1 drugs curb food cravings. Naltrexone — which costs about $1.60 a pill when purchased in bulk — decreases the urge for alcohol by blocking opioid receptors in the brain, reducing the dopamine-reward … Read more
Be merry and bright, but beware of your heart having a fright. The holiday season means plenty of parties — and plenty of stress. Behind the cheer and chaos could lurk a dangerous heart issue waiting to strike. Known as “holiday heart syndrome,” this condition is less than holly and jolly. Stress and celebrations around … Read more
Party of none. A bar owner has banned solo drinkers from entering his business in order to “mitigate risk” the companionless have been known to bring, dividing the internet over the controversial policy. Carl Peters, the owner of Alibi in Altrincham, England, imposed new customer guidelines to create a safer atmosphere in the popular bar. … Read more
This Thanksgiving, the content of popular “cocktails” may surprise you. A growing number of Americans are swapping cocktails for creative mocktails — and the numbers suggest the shift is here to stay. Recent surveys show nearly half of Americans now favor nonalcoholic drinks at the holiday table. Zero-proof spirit sales have jumped 22% in the … Read more
There’s a new way to treat alcoholism — and it’s as easy as popping a candy. Clutch, from Oar Health, is said to be the first mint designed to reduce alcohol cravings and curb heavy drinking. Nearly 28 million Americans 12 and older struggle with alcohol use disorder. Adults can take a Clutch once a … Read more
Cheers to your wealth. Binge drinking might not be the recipe for failure that it’s portrayed as in popular media. Recent studies have shown that heavy boozing during one’s youth could improve one’s chances of success later in life. In his new book “The Beauty and Pain of Drugs,” Norwegian sociologist Willy Pedersen of the University … Read more
Russell Crowe is sharing the secrets behind his 57-pound weight loss. During Thursday’s episode of the “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, the Academy Award-winning actor, 61, opened up about his recent transformation and explained how science has helped him along the way. Crowe credited cutting his alcohol consumption as a major contributing factor. “We normalize both drinking and wagering,” … Read more
Despite recent reports suggesting a decline in alcohol consumption among young Americans, new findings reveal a different trend: Over three-quarters plan to drink the same amount or more this holiday season, challenging assumptions about shifting habits. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 Americans aged 21–44, which found that 77% expect to drink the same … Read more
The British government recently added eight countries to its list of travel warnings related to the risk of methanol poisoning from tainted alcohol. The United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has warned that tourists visiting Ecuador, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Russia and Uganda may face a risk of methanol poisoning from counterfeit or contaminated … Read more
Those who take their drinks neat, enjoy shots, and like a classic margarita are some of the most confident daters on the market, according to new research. New research from a survey of 2,000 single millennials and Gen Z respondents 21 and older found that as cuffing season approaches, what singles order at the bar … Read more
Slimmer waist, weaker buzz? A new study suggests GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy — commonly used for diabetes and weight loss — may also blunt the effects of alcohol. That might be bad news for casual drinkers, but scientists at Virginia Tech’s Fralin Biomedical Research Institute said it could open the door to a … Read more
To Princess Diana’s former butler, Buckingham Palace was the “gin palace,” where the drinks never stopped flowing. Paul Burrell, who served at the royal residence for 11 years before moving to Kensington Palace, has written a new book, “The Royal Insider.” In it, he said that gallons of gin were consumed every week, “some legitimately, some … Read more
Fewer young Americans are tipping at restaurants and bars these days. A Bankrate survey released this summer revealed that members of Generation Z – those born in the late 1990s and early 2000s – are the least frequent tippers. That includes Gen Z drinkers at the bar – and bartenders are taking notice. “Even five years ago, young people … Read more
He went from blind to eye candy. Former “Love Is Blind” cast member Shayne Jansen recently underwent a jaw-dropping body transformation — after his newfound fame caused him to spiral from drugs and alcohol and he eventually hit rock bottom. “I was like Brad Pitt in Chicago for a good three months . . . … Read more
Booze no more. Squeezing “alcohol free” and “festival” into the same sentence could be a head-scratcher, but the Big Apple is set to host its first-ever booze-free bonanza in Chelsea this Saturday. Living life without alcohol or simply practicing moderation is more than just a lifestyle; it’s a movement that has exploded across the city. … Read more
This new cocktail is trying to drive some competition. The Mulligan is making the rounds at the 2025 Ryder Cup in a big swing to unseat the reigning king (sorry, mint julep) of sports cocktails: the $17 million-selling Honey Deuce that served aces at the U.S. Open. U.S. Open fans slammed back a record $17 … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My mom is in her early 80s. More and more often lately, she seems to be avoiding seeing me and my siblings. It wasn’t always like this. She would let me, my husband and our kids stay with her when we visited. Even last year, when she fell and injured herself, she let … Read more
Happy hours are sacred rituals for many American workers, but a handful of states continue to ban them. For many 9-to-5ers, happy hours are a time when workers can grab affordable alcoholic drinks and let off steam with their co-workers or friends. Yet there are still some states where these casual get-togethers are forbidden – and … Read more
What’s in your cup might be working against what’s on your head. A sweeping new scientific review suggests that two of America’s favorite beverages may be quietly sabotaging your scalp — fueling hair loss and premature graying from the inside out. But before you pour your drink down the drain, there’s hope: a simple, widely … Read more
Charlie Sheen knows it’s a miracle he’s alive. The “Two and a Half Men” actor, 59, opened up about overcoming his addiction battle that nearly killed him in People’s new cover story published Tuesday. “You have to be willing,” he said, explaining that his four children — Sami, 21, Lola, 20, and twins Max and … Read more