Raise excise taxes
Drink less?
Weed is illegal because the government cannot gain anything from it like they do with alcohol and cigarettes. They can't tax or control it so we can't have it.
Yes, alcohol has sugar in it and can affect blood sugar levels. Most diabetics are told to avoid alcohol consumption, as it tends to distort blood sugar levels and makes blood sugar control difficult.
Can't control the amount or timing of alcohol consumption, experiences serious problems as a result of drinking, hides alcohol, "pre-loads" before going out to social events, etc.
Possible signs of alcoholism include being unable to control the time or amount of drinking, hiding alcohol, "pre-loading" before going to social events, and being defensive about alcohol consumption.
Government regulations can effect pricing and control monopolies. In Canada the government regulations on alcohol allow them to raise the prices and limit its sale to a single government run controlled store.
The Vedas do not explicitly mention alcohol prohibition. However, they do emphasize moderation and self-control in all aspects of life, including consumption of substances. Some later Hindu scriptures like the Manusmriti advocate abstinence from alcohol for priests and those seeking spiritual growth.
The Temperance movement was a movement in the US to control alcohol consumption amongst citizens. The movement suggested that alcohol had negative impacts such as chronic unemployment, spouse abuse and family neglect. By 1800, the movement had accomplished the burn of whiskey production in eight states.
Yes you can. However it must be purcchased once passed through security as they will not allow you to carry more than 100 millimeters of fluid. Alcohol can be brought on board but can not be consumed. All alcohol consumed on board must be provided by the in-flight crew. This is to control unchecked consumption by thirsty passengers.
The anesthetic effect of alcohol on the brain.
alcohol makes you lose self-control; low self-control is significant predictor of both binge drinking and alcohol related problems.
alcohol makes you lose self-control; low self-control is significant predictor of both binge drinking and alcohol related problems.