I'm not saying I would, but you probably could if you wanted to. Fun Fact No. 3: Alcohol is in a glass -- I mean, class -- by itself. Alcohol is legal, of course, assuming you're not under age.

Alcohol flush reaction, often called “Asian glow,” is caused by a genetic mutation affecting alcohol metabolism. Experts warn it signals heightened cancer and heart risks, urging those affected to ...

It’s generally OK to drink alcohol when taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, but you may find you don’t want to as much. Learn more about alcohol and GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic.

Weight loss drugs continue to make headlines. A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Southern California looked at a positive side effect of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy ...

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to curb alcoholism, a new study suggests. Researchers explain why diabetes and weight loss drugs work better than alcohol medications.

But only 2% of people with alcohol addiction are treated for the disease, Leggio said. "The amount of people who die because of alcohol is actually gigantic. It's even bigger than opioids," said ...

Experts also hope that if the drugs prove to be successful, they will help convince people that alcohol use disorder is a disease, rather than a bad behavior or a moral weakness.

Weight loss drugs also work in the brain, reducing cravings. This craving area of the brain is also responsible for alcohol use, drug use and addiction.

As drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic have become popular weight loss tools, some doctors and patients are also seeing a surprising side effect: diminished cravings for alcohol. Megan Johnston started ...

More questions remain about the best dose of these medications to potentially treat alcohol addiction, as well as whether drugs that target multiple weight-loss-related hormones—like tirzepatide ...