Even Moderate Drinking Affects Liver Functions

A large number of people who drink more alcohol than average but aren't considered alcoholics had unusually high rates of liver abnormalities, stated researchers at University College London (UCL).

The Telegraph reported Oct. 27 reported that scientists analyzed data from home testing kits measuring blood enzymes that indicate liver problems. These were with people not considered alcoholics, but drank a couple of drinks a day. Of the 1,000 subjects ages 36-55 in the study, 30 percent had liver abnormalities, the study found.

The findings will be published in the October 2008 issue of the Journal of Hepatology.

“We have all met those people who seem to drink a little more than we think they should but they somehow get away with it,” comments Mary Rieser, Executive Director for Narconon Drug Rehab of Georgia, “They have careers, keep their families and keep going.  We watch them drink a little too much but seldom say anything because there is nothing really to talk about.  They are unlikely to get help because nobody thinks they need it. This is the road to addiction.

“However, this research shows that this group is not getting away with drinking a little bit too much – in fact their livers are suffering from it.  Anyone who drinks at all is somewhat at risk – even of DUI because the limits are very low now.   It is something to think about.

“Those who drink a lot are very much at risk legally, spiritually and physically.  If you know someone who drinks too much, we can help.”

*Source: jointogether.com.

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