The narcologist pointed out the harm of strong and weak alcohol

Alexey Kazantsev, a psychiatrist and narcologist of the highest category, warned that both weak and strong alcohol are dangerous for the brain.

In an interview with Radio 1 on Monday, September 15, the expert noted that it doesn't matter for the brain whether alcohol is strong or light: if you drink a few liters of beer or wine, it already poses a risk.

He explained that in the 21st century alcohol does not perform the function of a psychoactive substance — on the contrary, it dulls consciousness, blocks the work of the prefrontal zone, and then leads to drowsiness or lethargy. According to him, this condition is not suitable for young people, for whom it is important to be active and productive.

At the same time, alcohol often becomes the "entrance gate" for older people as a socially acceptable drug: it relaxes and affects the central nervous system.

The specialist stressed that it is especially dangerous when a person loses quantitative control, because this leads to the destruction of the body and a feeling of inner emptiness.

Degree-free prospects: consumption of non-alcoholic beer in the Russian Federation increased by 8%

According to experts, Russians are increasingly opting for such drinks because of their healthy lifestyle.

On September 12, narcologist Alexander Saakov spoke about the effect of alcohol on life expectancy. According to him, according to recent studies, abstaining from just one liter of alcohol during the year prolongs the life of a Russian man by an average of 1.5 months, and a woman by 1.8 months. 360.ru .

On September 10, nutritionist, endocrinologist Anton Polyakov told who absolutely should not drink alcoholic tinctures. They are contraindicated in people with liver diseases: chronic pancreatitis, liver diseases, gastrointestinal tract and peptic ulcer, as well as in any exacerbations of diseases.

On September 8, nutritionist Mariyat Mukhina, in an interview with NSN, said that red and white wine have beneficial properties if consumed no more than one glass per day.

In August, car expert Evgeny Ladushkin warned that non-alcoholic beer, kvass and even kefir contain a certain amount of alcohol. He urged to refrain from drinks that are not considered alcoholic, but contain a certain amount of alcohol, before driving, so as not to put yourself at risk and waste time, writes RT.

In June Pravda.Ru She wrote that from January 1, 2025, a fine of 45 thousand rubles and deprivation of rights for 1.5–2 years will be imposed for drunk driving. The penalty applies even if you drink alcohol after an accident or are stopped by an inspector. The car will be sent to the parking lot.

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