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Borrowing joy from alcohol, 'paying interest' with the liver

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After his son was accepted into a prestigious university in Hanoi, Hung, 45 years old, continuously held celebration parties. By the 4th week, as he stepped out of bed, he broke into a cold sweat, his left chest tightened, and his heart pounded rapidly.

Does eating lychee cause alcohol on breath?

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People say eating lychee causes alcohol on breath; will a breathalyzer detect it, and what should be done to address this? (Nam, 30, Ha Noi).

How your body changes after two weeks without beer

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Stopping beer consumption for two weeks can help the body reduce dehydration, improve sleep quality, lessen the burden on the liver, and support weight management.

What happens to the liver after one month of abstaining from alcohol?

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Stopping alcohol for one month can help the liver reduce fat accumulation, improve inflammation, and partially restore affected functions.

Causes of non-alcoholic liver damage

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Hepatitis virus infection, the misuse of certain medications or dietary supplements, and a prolonged high-sugar diet can all contribute to liver damage beyond alcohol.

five mistakes when drinking beer that easily lead to weight gain

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drinking beer on an empty stomach, eating many fried foods with beer, and excessive consumption on weekends can cause the body to accumulate fat and reduce the effectiveness of weight management.

Does washing genitals with alcohol prevent genital warts?

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After sexual intercourse, if I thoroughly wash my genital area with alcohol, will it prevent genital warts and other sexually transmitted infections? (Ngan Anh, 22, TP HCM)

Cardiologist identifies four foods to avoid for a long life

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Sugary drinks, processed meats, alcohol, and excessive saturated fats have been shown to reduce lifespan, experts advise avoiding them.

Does heavy beer consumption in summer harm the liver?

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Nguyen Tu from Ho Chi Minh City asks: "On weekends, I drink about two glasses of beer to cool down from the heat. The next day, I often feel tired, have an upset stomach, and need to eat porridge all day. Are these signs of an overloaded liver?"