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Does Alcohol Affect Male Fertility? Facts You Need To Know
A person’s overall health and well-being depend on various aspects. Most people are very much aware of the fact that alcohol abuse can cause various health problems. However, very few people are aware that regular consumption of alcohol can also damagingly impact male fertility. Traditionally, it used to be believed that women should not drink while pregnant, but it is only half-truth. Alcohol consumption, even before pregnancy, can also cause some serious problems with fertility, especially to the male as per the fertility doctors in India.
By Femicure Healthcare6 years ago in Proof
VODKA: The Multi-purpose Household Essential
When I began drinking vodka, I didn't agree with the taste very well. Perhaps due to my lack of alcohol knowledge at a young age, but the taste was rough and the after taste was awful. I didn't care if you mix it with orange juice, kool-aid, punch, or soda - I was not a fan of vodka!
By Ashley Terrell6 years ago in Proof
RB2
This is a fictional web series I created for my Multimedia Communications Performance course at the Academy of Art University in 2016. For our midterm, we had to create a two minute "How To..." video. The only thing I could think of was cocktails. This piece was shot in the spring, that's why I chose Mint Julep. It's a spring time drink and very popular this time of year beacause of the Kentucky Derby.
By Renee Russell6 years ago in Proof
Australian Distilleries Brewing Hand Sanitiser.
This is an appreciation letter to all the breweries and distilleries around Australia who are fulfilling the need for hand sanitiser in this Covid- 19 pandemic. When Australian Prime Minister, Scott Morrison announced that the Coronavirus would become a global pandemic in February, many Australians engaged in panic buying stocking up on everything from toilet paper to pasta. Hand sanitiser was one of the first things to fly off the shelves. There has been a lot of misinformation about how to prevent the spread of Coronavirus but the World Health Organisation have said repreatedly that washing your hands in addition to the use of hand sanitiser is effective in protecting yourselves and others from the virus.
By Aashna Woodin6 years ago in Proof
Let's have a Bush Beer at the Secret Pub
Ever heard of secret pubs? Hideouts in the bush where villagers would get together and drink beer? This is the story of Aitu and its neighbouring islands, part of the Cook island group. Read on to learn more about this lesser known and very local beer style!
By Brewingbrowser6 years ago in Proof
Bartending School - Is it worth it?. Top Story - April 2020.
Making drinks has always been a big hobby of mine. I was a barista for a few years, and had experience both teaching and attending numerous coffee seminars. I watched the World Barista Championship for fun, and I was practically a caffeine addict by the age of 14 (although that's another story) . Making artisan drinks was fun, and with the amount of time I spent exploring different concoctions, it came to no surprise that I would soon venture towards mixology as well. As an 18 year old from California I wasn't even sure I was legally allowed to attend a bartending school. But one morning I found myself calling a local bartending school for more information, and that same week I was enrolled.
By Regina Bass6 years ago in Proof
Catch Wild Yeast
An argument and primer to isolating your own yeast for brewing beer Yeast. Every article you read about beer brewing will tell you that this little microbe is a critical ingredient. Yeast is there to produce alcohol and a wide range of flavourful secondary metabolites that give your brew such a pleasant profile.
By Brewingbrowser6 years ago in Proof
Myths About Alcohol You Shouldn't Believe
If you’re of above legal drinking age, or for some of you, even if you’re below it, you’re likely to know exactly how it feels to go to the bar and order your first alcoholic drink. The excitement and buzz that comes with it, ahead of a night that’s usually packed full of more twists and turns than an episode of Game of Thrones. Chances are you’ve also heard some big claims made about drinking and everything that comes with it, so we’re here to separate the fact from the fiction with ten myths about alcohol you shouldn’t believe.
By Daniel Falconer6 years ago in Proof
Best Wineries in Virginia
When it comes to the best wineries in Virginia, there are a lot of options and places to consider. While there are brilliant wineries all over the East Coast, nothing quite compares to Virginia. As the United States’ Wine Country, Virginia is home to all sorts of wineries and vineyards, making it a little tough at times to choose exactly where you should be heading for the best experience. To narrow down your search, we’ve put together a list of 10 of the best wineries in Virginia, so you can look through them and make an informed decision of where to go!
By Daniel Falconer6 years ago in Proof
The Beer Collection
Hello Beer Enthusiast, Thank you for visiting “The Beer Collection” or TBC for short. About The Beer Collection My name is Edgar and I am an amateur beer brewer, researcher and writer for The Beer Collection. The Beer Collection is a new and refreshing newsletter about brewing, beer and a combination of both, for you, brewers, and beer enthusiasts. With my regular emails and articles, I will create a resource for crafters at all levels. Whether you are interested in recipes, techniques, microbiology or learning about beer style diversity out there, TBC could be your second home.
By Brewingbrowser6 years ago in Proof
