alcohol

No need to overexplain yourself. This will help you skip drinks—and annoying follow-ups.

Whether you’re taking a brief break or going sober for good, these tricks can help.

This is the best way to recover from a hangover, according to science.

The altitude and the environment both play a role.

Success and addiction are not mutually exclusive.

My simple pleasure has gone from a personal choice to a moral one.

Nope, not a “Freakier Friday” marketing stunt.

Some advice to avoid getting inadvertently blitzed on February 1 (or whenever you reintroduce alcohol).

You can still cut back on alcohol this month without eliminating all traces of it from your life.

Recent studies suggest drinking is riskier than once believed. What do we know now that we didn’t know then—and is it time to stop sipping for good?

I was like a frog in a pot of boiling water—I didn’t know it was happening until it had gotten serious.

Everyone is so, so tired—but popping a pill or sipping a glass of wine at bedtime might do more harm than good.

A mindful approach can go a long way for your health—and social life.

Bad news: Alcohol, especially specific types, may trigger gnarly hot flashes.

Hangover dumps are pure agony. Here’s what we learned about finding relief.

Plus tips to soothe your stomach—regardless of what kind of pints you’re drinking.

A dietitian weighs in on Boston’s answer to the espresso martini.

Popping a pill to prevent a hangover? Read this.

Yep, a comforting carb-y meal really can help.