Once you have stopped drinking, you may be afraid of exposing yourself to a party with great quantities of alcohol and relapsing. It is advisable that when you have just stopped drinking, it is best to protect yourself from situations where alcohol is present. And although no matter how much time has passed since you stopped drinking, there is always a certain danger of thinking that one drink won’t hurt and ending up doing the same drunken escapades that made you quit initially, it is possible to go out, party and socializing while resisting the temptation of drinking.
Ever wondered how they make non alcoholic beer? A lot of people think that it is not actually beer as such but a drink made to taste like beer. Rather like a soda stream like drink with some flavouring added. However, this is a common misconception, good non alcoholic beers are beers that have been brewed the normal way and then had the alcohol taken out.
Earlier we posted about the production process of producing non alcoholic beer. As ever here at Alcohol Free Review we are interested in the production of all non alcoholic drinks, including non alcoholic wine.
Unlike non alcoholic beer, non alcoholic wine seems to vary greatly in the amount of calories it has. To some this won’t matter at all, it is all about taste. For others though, part of the attraction of the alcohol free world. So, we thought we would have a look at the amount of calories in non alcoholic wine.
December 7th, 2011 
Alcohol Free Review
Something new arrived today, a non alcoholic beer which is not a beer. It goes through the full mashing and boiling stages just as a usual beer does, but yeast is never added, hence, no alcohol!
Other than alcohol production, yeast also takes away the sweetness of the malt, so I was expecting this drink to be far too sweet, however, it wasn’t. In fact it tastes very balanced. The citrus adds a nice bite which lifts it above that shandy taste. Read more »
December 6th, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
Long time friend of this site, Nat, has recently set up her own site Alcohol Free Beer Here. She really embraces the alcohol free lifestyle and there probably is not a drink she has not tried.
What makes her site so useful is the effort and time she has taken creating an alcohol free map, which lists places which sell alcohol free drinks in the UK. This is a collection of her own research as well as places sent in by readers. It really makes a very useful tool if you are looking to enjoy nights out while avoiding the booze. Read more »
December 5th, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
It is that time of year again. You may be off the booze this year, or you might just be looking for the odd bottle of alcohol free wine for a night out when you will be driving. Either way you will want to pick up a bottle that suits your tastes.
Ever popular at this time of year are non alcoholic sparking wines which make a perfect Champagne substitute. Our picks of the year have been these -
1. Söhnlein Brillant de-alcoholised sparkling wine: Germany may not always been seen as the pinicle of wine, but this stuff is amazing. Packed full of class and flavour, it is sure to bring a touch of joy to the big day. There is a Rose version available, but we think the white is just that little bit better. Available from Birchmere Read more »
September 3rd, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
Giving up alcohol is much harder than it might sound, especially for those who have been drinking heavily for many years, giving up alcohol can lead to difficult alcohol withdrawal symptoms that can test body, mind as well as soul. However, it is possible to give up alcohol for good. Learn a few simple steps that can assist you in giving up alcohol forever.
Set realistic goals: If you have been drinking for years, you probably cannot really imagine a life without drinking at all. So set realistic goals. Don’t tell yourself, “I am going to never have a drink ever again”. Your mind and body might give up in a few days if they feel you will never have a drink again. The craving will grow every day, till your resolve of stopping your dependence on alcohol breaks. So make sure you set smaller, more possible goals. For example, quit drinking for a month. It is possible that by the end if the month you don’t even feel like a drink! If not, treat yourself with one. As long as your body is no longer dependant on a drink to function normally, there really is no harm in having a drink or two on weekends as long as it fits in with a healthy lifestyle. Read more »
August 23rd, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
Alcohol free dating. No problem, a cool challenge or sheer torture? The Dutch weblog www.opfrisfabriek.com investigated the benefits and challenges of having a date without drinking alcohol. Conclusion? Yes, there are enough opportunities to have a great sober date and get closer to your potential new lover. It just depends on how you tackle it.
Breaking a tradition
Dating is often associated with drinking alcohol. Whether you’re recovering from an alcohol addiction or you’re just not familiar with a sober date and you want to try it sometime: It is by all means possible to break with the tradition of drinking alcohol during a date. Golden rule: always keep the benefits of alcohol free dating in mind.
Benefits
Alcohol free dating is cool because:
-The next morning you still remember what your date looks like
-No huge bar tab
-No embarrassing alcohol related situations or dark drunk secretes revealed
-You’re always able to jump in your car and get out in case your date is dreadful / boring / appalling.
-You could plan an alcohol free date during your working week: there’s no horrible hangover to fight (at least not an alcohol related hangover) Read more »
August 12th, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
Binge Drinking seems to be the latest trend amongst youngsters (well, to be fair the media aim it at youngsters). However, it comes with serious health hazards. Binge drinking is basically nothing but drinking excessively once in a while, with the primary objective of getting intoxicated. Alcohol has many long term effects, which makes binge drinking a serious health hazard.
One of the dangers of binge drinking is social harm. Since binge drinking usually happens in large groups, it can often be even termed as ‘social drinking’. However, there is a huge difference. People who engage in social drinking are usually trying to have a drink or two with friends while they catch up in each other’s life. Binge drinking is something totally different. Here, young people get together with the sole objective to get drunk. Bars and pubs make drinking seem like the “Cool” thing to do, which makes more and more people indulge. In fact, by definition a person is said to engage in binge drinking if he or she has more than 5 drinks in a row, more than once a week. Many people also indulge in other unlawful activities under the effect of alcohol. If you believe the reports it also leads to increases in the consumption of drugs, unprotected sex and even violent behavior.
Binge drinking can result in some severe health hazards. Cardiac problems, neurological problems and psychiatric disorders are all results of repeated binge drinking episodes. In fact, women who binge drink during pregnancy can give birth to deformed babies or may even miscarry. Binge drinking also results in alcohol poisoning, which will affect the body’s reflexes. They can choke to death on their vomit, have seizures, experience irregular breathing and also suffer from extreme confusion that can lead to accidents and finally death. Read more »
August 3rd, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
We are delighted that Kath decided to share her story here on Alcohol Free Review. I’m sure many readers will be able to identify with a lot of the things she mentions below. Also be sure to check out her blog, the address of which can be found at the end of the article. -
I was a “functioning” alcoholic. I got to work every day, my kids didn’t go hungry, and sometimes I was even known to clean the bathroom. It’s just I drank at least a bottle of wine, every day, for over 15 years.
Towards the end it was pushing towards two bottles of wine a day. I generally felt dreadful; tired and dehydrated, as well as pretty snappy and depressed. I didn’t do very much; certainly no socialising that didn’t involve drinking, and a lot of it. I could be relied on to make a complete fool of myself whenever I did go out, and my journeys home were legendary. If I didn’t miss the last train I fell asleep on it.
Mainly I didn’t go out. I came in from work, shouted at the kids for a while, then slumped in front of the telly with some wine. Weekends were generally spent drunk or hung-over. I’d get up late, and possibly return to bed if I could late afternoon, so that I was ready to start drinking again in the evening.
I knew for a long time that I should stop drinking. Cutting down wasn’t an option for me. I’d wake up every morning determined not to drink that night, but would always end up with a glass in my hand by eight in the evening. And having just the one glass wasn’t ever an option. Read more »
July 25th, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
Are you wondering if you can drink alcohol while on a diet? Let us first understand that drinking any alcohol at all is not really recommended when you are trying to lose weight. Alcohol by itself doesn’t have many calories; however, the problem is that the body chooses to process alcohol fist which means that the snacks and dinner that you had along with your drink gets stored in the body as fat. And when you are trying to lose weight, it is the carbohydrate that you want to burn in order to give your body the fuel it needs.
But that doesn’t mean you cannot drink at all when on a diet. Losing weight is a life style change and if you do keep your drinking in moderation then you can pull it off without giving your hard work and diet a serious setback. Make sure you choose a drink that is low in calories and ensure you steer clear of any fried snacks which can be extra tempting alongside your favourite tipple. Stick to sliced veggies with a yogurt dip and enjoy your drink!
Wine is your best choice, non-alcoholic wine is even better. Most wines have 100 calories per 5 ounce glass, non alcoholic wines are even less at around 30 calories, which means they are safe to have on a diet. Also, it has no cholesterol or fat which makes it a perfect drink for dieters! Whether you want to choose a red wine or a white wine are totally your choice. Just keep a check on the number of glasses you have. Read more »
July 15th, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
Alcohol is a drug that you can get addicted to very easily, so you should know what alcohol does to your body. Most people don’t think of it as a drug, and just drink it thinking of it as a hard but fun drink. However, alcohol is very damaging to your body and brain and you should be aware of the damage it can do.
Dangers of Alcohol
If you regularly drink alcohol then gradually your skin loses its healthy skin tone. It slowly dries up your skin. Your skin loses its glow and turns dull.
It also leads to skin disorders that end up making you look older than your actual age.
Alcohol drinking leads to increased weight problems. Specially drinking beer leads to problems like beer belly or pot belly.
Long term drinking can lead to brain damage.
People who drink a lot of alcohol actually put their lungs at risk. Lung cancer is one of the main diseases that are a result of drinking alcohol.
Drinking increases the risk of high blood pressure. One of the main causes of kidney disease.
Hangovers are also a very common problem for people who heavily drink no matter what the occasion. It also happens if you like to mix your drinks eg. drinking vodka and then tequila and beer. It might be a good idea to make a note of what and how much you are drinking when you are out. There are many great smart phone apps to help you with this available now. Read more »
July 7th, 2011 Alcohol Free Review
When somebody has been deeply dependent on alcohol for an extended period of time, he or she can suffer from alcohol withdrawal symptoms, when they finally decide to quit the vicious habit. When you intake excessive amounts of alcohol on a regular basis your body builds a certain tolerance level towards alcohol. Leaving it becomes very difficult, not just psychologically but physically as well. Withdrawal from alcohol affects the Central Nervous System. Also, the strength of alcohol withdrawal symptoms and their severity vary from person to person. While some face just general uneasiness and anxiety, others can face rapid heartbeats, tremors and even seizers. In any case, if you have been drinking for years in regular heavy doses, the best idea is to always talk to your doctor before actually quitting.
The symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal:
There are a few symptoms of alcohol withdrawal that you may face. While some people have anxiety, fatigue, terrible dreams and rapid emotional changes; others complain of irritability, hyper activity, shakiness and fuzziness in thought.
Also, most people who face alcohol withdrawal symptoms complain of headaches. These can range from mild to severe and vary from person to person. Some also suffer from severe depression while others face a serious loss of appetite.
Different people respond differently to abstinence from alcohol and the extent of the alcohol withdrawal symptoms you will face will depend on your dependence on alcohol, your physical and mental condition as well as your age and general health.
In a few select cases, alcohol withdrawal symptoms can include fevers, hallucinations and black outs. In such cases, it becomes necessary to check with your medical practitioner and get help as soon as possible.
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