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10 Simple Tips For Your First Sober Christmas

Your first sober Christmas can be tricky, but it needn’t be. With some careful planning you can get through the holidays safely – and enjoy

Clothing chain blasted over booze bag shame

October 15, 2021

Is it safe for someone with an alcohol problem to drink 0.5% ABV drinks?

September 30, 2021

Alcohol-free wine has all the heart benefits of drinking modest amounts of regular plonk say scientists

Christine Humphreys September 23, 2021

Alcohol deaths ‘highest in 20 years’

Christine Humphreys May 6, 2021

Growth in low and no-alcohol demand

Christine Humphreys April 23, 2021

Experts warn of an alcohol health crisis ahead

Christine Humphreys April 22, 2021

RECOVERY

Guidelines to help heavy drinkers quit

Christine Humphreys June 17, 2020

Thinking about cutting back or stopping drinking alcohol? You can do this! Guidelines for heavy drinkers have been published as a

Raise a glass to absent friends?

John Risby April 17, 2020

There’s nothing like death to ruin a good day. And this was a pretty great day.

Spike in alcohol harm under lock-down feared

Christine Humphreys April 1, 2020

CONTROLS to counter the coronavirus could spark a spike in alcohol-related harm, it is feared. Although UK pubs, clubs and restaurants

Questions and Answers

Is it safe for someone with an alcohol problem to drink 0.5% ABV drinks?

Are alcohol-free drinks safe during pregnancy?

Does alcohol make us more susceptible to Covid-19?

FOOD AND DRINK

Calm your stomach with these delicious ginger biscuits!

John Risby September 15, 2021

When you stop drinking, it’s common to get sugar cravings – and a ginger biscuit is a perfect way to satisfy your cravings, and the ginger can help ease your stomach.

How to cook without alcohol

Christine Humphreys January 20, 2021

The levels of wine in a coq au vin or beef bourguignon are unlikely to trigger a relapse but for some people cooking with alcohol can be a big trigger.