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Factors such as maintaining a lean body weight, proper exercise, limiting red and processed meat and eating more whole grains and fibre would lower risk (Photo: Pixabay)

Beer, hotdog consumption increases risk of colon cancer

The research also found that whole grains, such as brown rice or whole-wheat bread, reduce colorectal cancer risk.

09 Sep 2017 10:21 AM

Men find it harder to cut back after a decade of drinking because of activity in a specific area of the brain that causes alcohol cravings. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study shows why men become alcoholic more often

According to research, men who drink regularly for years find it harder to give up because of changes in their brain.

04 Sep 2017 4:39 PM

Oliver Struempfel competes during his world record attempt, carrying 27 beer mugs at the traditional festival Gillamoos in Abensberg, Germany. He succeeded. (Photo: AP)

German barman breaks world record, carries 27 litre steins of beer for 40 metres

Strumpfel, who had to train for the event in the gym to build extra strength, however, is not new to the world of smashing records.

04 Sep 2017 10:11 AM

In this July 31, 2017 photo, Takuya Iwata, left, and Mai Kamii, right, drink beer at Spring Valley Brewery in Tokyo. Japan’s beer consumption has been tanking as younger “salaryman” types shun old-style after-work drinking and craft breweries woo those who still love their suds. (Photo: AP)

Changing tastes brew bitter times for Japan's beer makers

Brews also are losing out in Japan to a wide variety of other liquors.

16 Aug 2017 2:15 PM

According to the lawsuit, the geckos had not been decomposed at all and were likely alive when the beer was poured and sealed (Photo: Pixabay)

Man finds two lizards in canned beer, sues company

George Toubbeh claims incident left him in trauma, but beer brand believes there is no merit in claim.

11 Aug 2017 7:36 PM

The chicken pieces are infused into the Indian Pale Ale, for best results.

Beer and fried chicken? Here’s a crazy combo

The drink is called Fried Fried Chicken Chicken beer and is made with actual chicken pieces.

11 Aug 2017 12:13 AM

Drinking a pint of beer may trigger productivity and help you think out of the box for your artistic tasks (Photo: Pixabay)

Beer may help overcome creative block, says study

Scientists from University of Graz in Austria found people performed better in creative tasks after drinking moderate amount of alcohol.

10 Aug 2017 8:55 AM

Fuku-chan can usually be seen dressed in a chequered waiter’s shirt and skirt, bringing guests beer and fetching napkins for diners. (Photo: Facebook)

Check out this bar with monkey waiters

Macaque monkeys serve guests beer and napkins at Kayabukiya Tavern in Utsonumiya.

09 Aug 2017 12:28 PM

Any type of alcoholic beverage consumption raises the likelihood of developing two forms of cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Daily alcohol intake ups risk of skin cancer

According to experts ethanol metabolism plays major role in alcohol carcinogenesis and increases risk of cancer by 11 percent.

09 Aug 2017 10:49 AM

Researchers who created the beer were inspired by the fruits incorporated in making certain Chinese alcohols (Photo: Pixabay)

Now a beer that tastes like ancient Chinese beverage

The alcohol as it evaporates off the tongue, leaves hints of nectar, honey, and perfumed rice.

18 Jul 2017 5:20 PM

Excise department officials, however, pleaded ignorance about the move to promote beer as a health drink. (Photo: Representational/File)

Beer is a health drink, ready to prove it: Andhra Pradesh Excise Minister

The minister reportedly sent a WhatsApp message to the channel on Tuesday morning listing the 'health benefits' of beer.

05 Jul 2017 10:03 AM

Beer can soon be made from grain other than barley (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's more reason to have beer!

People who have gluten intolerance can cheer as research shows beer can be made from alternate grain

19 Jun 2017 6:39 PM

The brewers say the cross-border venture aims to refute Trump's anti-Mexico rhetoric. (Photo: AFP)

US, Mexican brewers craft ‘very bitter’ Trump beer

The beer's label portrays the American president as a traditional Mexican mariachi musician with a swastika belt buckle.

16 Jun 2017 11:07 AM

You’ve heard of the pilsner, but now, say hello to the Pisner, a new beer that has been recycled and created with the help of — you guessed it — urine.

Danish brewery creates beer from urine

The brewers called the concept of producing this novelty drink ‘beercycling’ & had the backing of the country’s Agriculture & Food Council.

12 May 2017 12:20 AM

Researchers argue that it would be unwise to encourage individuals to take up drinking as a means of lowering their cardiovascular risk over safer and more effective ways. (Photo: PTI)

A pint of beer a day keeps heart problems at bay

Moderate drinking is associated with a low risk of several, but not all, cardiovascular diseases.

24 Mar 2017 11:54 AM

It's also worshipped by singles on Valentine's Day (Photo: Facebook)

Delhi University campus has a tree producing neem beer

The beer produced is being taken by students and workers for free and the tree produces 10 litres of alcohol.

23 Mar 2017 3:09 PM

Beer yoga involves taking a sip of beer and following it with an hour-long yoga session.

Beer yoga is a health craze

Beer yoga is the latest fitness practice that allows you to grab that pint of beer, and lose that extra flab at the same time.

03 Feb 2017 1:39 AM

Anthropologists reveal that drinking beer was the norm in 4,000 BC, since there are records of beer being traded.

Uncorking the past

Much before craft beer came into the picture, alcohol was consumed as beer in ancient Sumeria.

03 Feb 2017 1:38 AM

Wine share in urban areas like Mumbai and Pune is growing by 20 to 25 per cent. (Photo: Pixabay)

New wine in a newer bottle

Lovers of wine and all things fine, your favourite tipple is on the rise in India.

28 Jan 2017 12:17 AM

A team of engineering students from UC San Diego have embarked on a quest to figure out if the moon can provide for conditions conducive for brewing the drink.

Beer has a new address: The moon

The experiment will see the viability of yeast on the moon.