Alcohol

Don't let alcohol spoil your Christmas and that of your loved ones!

Christmas celebrations are the perfect excuse to increase alcohol consumption. In fact, programs of study confirms that alcohol consumption increases by more than 30% at this time of the year. 

If consumed, moderate consumption is advised so as not to put our health at risk. Avoid drinking on an empty stomach and choose drinks with lower alcohol content. And do not forget to drink plenty of water. Also, avoid driving under the influence of alcohol, one of the greatest risks of these dates.

Alcohol is part of our culture today and it seems that, at Christmas time, drinking alcohol is more allowed than ever. Even young children often have their first contact with alcohol, with their parents' permission. It is striking that 1 in 10 adolescents from the age of 14 start drinking alcohol at this time of year. 

This Christmas, don't normalize the consumption of alcohol at home, be a model of reference letter! Is it necessary to have a good holiday? Would your celebrations change if alcohol were not present?

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María Lavilla, Ph.D. from School Nursing.