Should I Drink Low Alcohol or Alcohol Free Beverages? Is Fake Liquor a Problem?
Low alcohol beers and wines have been widely available for several years. Are they a good substitute for full-strength alcoholic drinks? There are several issues to consider when making this choice. Have You Ever Had an Alcohol Problem? This question deserves careful consideration by people who have had a problem with alcohol in the past, or who are currently experiencing problems with alcohol, such as: • Alcohol dependence or addiction • Alcohol abuse • Binge drinking, or difficulty stopping once you have started drinking • Problems with self control when intoxicated • Becoming aggressive, anxious or depressed after drinking • Physical problems as a result of alcohol use (e.g. liver disease) If you have a problem with alcohol, you may be better off avoiding alcoholic drinks of any kind. If you are not considering cutting down on your number of drinks, low alcohol or alcohol-free beverages are a way of reducing your overall alcohol consumption and risk of alcohol-related problems. If y