Time to bury another alcoholic

[Erik88]

I learned something last year that I never knew. The reason it's called intoxicated is because alcohol is a toxin for the human body. It horrible for us. And despite popular belief, there is no safe amount. Even 1-2 drinks per day is bad for us. Alcohol increases the risks for every type of cancer and negatively impacts our mental health.  My wife and I quit drinking 13 months ago and we don't miss it. 

[deerslayer]

1 hour ago, Erik88 said:

alcohol is a toxin for the human body. It horrible for us. And despite popular belief, there is no safe amount. Even 1-2 drinks per day is bad for us. Alcohol increases the risks for every type of cancer

I’ve seen this a lot lately and was initially suspicious, but now believe there’s something to it.  I suspect the more serious fans of alcohol will write it off as Baptist teetotaler propaganda.  

[deerslayer]

1 hour ago, Darrell said:

One thing that strikes me is the very positive light that movies and TV shows put on alcohol. One hardly ever sees a movie aimed at adults that doesn't include drinking. And even drunks are dipicted as happy people that are fun to be around.

This.  Too many scenes in movies and shows where somebody has a long day (or even a normal day) and a stiff drink or five is obligatory.