Even though alcohol is a CNS depressant, the initial feelings produced by alcohol do not feel depressing.
The energy efficiency paradox refers to situations where improvements in energy efficiency do not necessarily lead to a reduction in energy consumption. This can occur due to rebound effects, where increased efficiency leads to lower costs and encourages more consumption, offsetting the initial energy savings.
The consumption of alcohol by males has not been shown to be a factor in fetal alcohol syndrome.
That's another term for alcohol consumption.
Moderate alcohol consumption does not increase the risk of osteoporosis. In fact, some studies suggest that moderate alcohol intake may have a protective effect on bone density. However, excessive alcohol consumption is detrimental to bone health.
Many preachers were and are opposed to the the consumption of alcohol. One of the most famous such preachers was Billy Sunday.
Alcohol depresses brain function.
The U.S. has tried to reduce alcoholism by prohibiting alcohol consumption, discouraging alcohol consumption, stigmatizing alcohol and those who consume it, and in many other ways.
The answer depends entirely on the country in which consumption occurs. Many countries have no minimum legal age for alcohol consumption and leave that decision up to parents.
fetal alcohol syndrome
Where?
It doesn't.