The Truth About Alcohol: Reflections and Recommendations.

Unlike food, which is essential for living, alcoholic beverages are not. There are millions of people on the planet who lead fulfilling lives without consuming a single drop of alcohol. Whether due to extreme climatic conditions, cultural reasons, or simply personal choice, many opt to avoid it. However, for others, alcohol consumption is a socially and personally accepted reality. That's why it's worth reflecting on the most important dangers that should be avoided.

The Dangers of Alcohol Consumption

Social Transgressions

Alcohol can inhibit essential human faculties like willpower, intelligence, and self-control. Under its effects, it's possible to commit all kinds of social transgressions, which later become a source of deep regret.

- "From drunk to crazy is just a short step."

- "Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise." (Proverbs 20:1)

- "When the beer goes in, the wit goes out."

- "Wine makes a man lose his mind."

Accidents

Alcohol affects motor coordination, which is a frequent cause of workplace, domestic, and traffic accidents, sometimes with disastrous consequences for both the drinker and others.

- "A drunk person slips on an alcohol peel and falls on others."

Destruction of Homes

Even if only one person drinks in a household, the dysfunctions caused affect everyone, making alcohol a great home wrecker.

- "Alcohol in the house is like a worm in vegetables."

Indiscretions

Lack of moderation in alcohol consumption leads to major indiscretions, revealing information that should have remained hidden.

- "In wine, there is truth." (Latin Proverb: In vino veritas)

- "When wine enters, secrets escape."

- "Where wine reigns, there are no secrets."

Addiction and Deterioration

Another major danger of habitual alcohol consumption is addiction, which leads to progressive deterioration, passing through a true social death before reaching biological death.

- "Drunkenness kills more than the sword." (Latin Proverb)

- "Who loves wine will suffer its fate."

- "Vice leads to the precipice."

Loss of Time and Resources

Those who turn to drinking end up spending a lot of time looking for alcohol, consuming it, and then recovering from its effects, leaving little time to earn a living honestly. Often, they resort to illegal or immoral methods to survive.

- "Where wine enters, all vices follow." (Portuguese Proverb)

- "He who drinks much wine, indulges in all vices."

Recommendations for Responsible Consumption

Healthy Option: Zero Consumption

A healthy attitude is to opt for zero consumption of alcoholic beverages. This way, one avoids the countless negative consequences of alcohol.

Moderation and Self-Control

If you decide to consume alcohol, do so with moderation and self-control to avoid its negative effects.

- "Eat until you're half full, drink until you're half drunk, and you'll add years to your life." (Czech Proverb)

- "He who controls his thirst controls his health."

- "Better to leave a bit thirsty today than to be sick tomorrow." (Spanish Proverb)

- "Better to pay for one beer too many than to drink one too many."

You Can Stay Strong!

Every time you choose not to consume alcohol or to do so in moderation, you're making a smart and healthy decision. You have the strength and capacity to live a full and happy life without the negative effects of alcohol! Keep your health first and move forward with confidence. 💪✨

With affection, your friend in promoting health. 💙

The Truth About Alcohol: Reflections and Recommendations. By Dr. Arturo José Sánchez Hernández.

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