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1 In 20 Deaths Globally Is A Result Of Alcohol Use
Life

1 In 20 Deaths Globally Is A Result Of Alcohol Use

This is an important read. Over 3 million people died from alcohol consumption in 2016, equating to 1 in 20 deaths globally, according to a new report by the World Health Organization. More than 75 percent of these deaths were among men, says the report, published Friday. The largest cause of death — 28 percent — was due to injuries. This was followed by 21 percent of deaths due to digestive disorders and 19 percent due to cardiovascular diseases. The remaining causes of death were infectious diseases, cancers, mental disorders and other health conditions attributable to drinking alcohol. “The alcohol consumption level continues to be very high,” said Dr. Vladimir Poznyak, WHO’s Management of Substance Abuse coordinator. “All countries can do much more to reduce the health and so...
Heineken Is Making Non-Alcoholic Marijuana Beer
Food

Heineken Is Making Non-Alcoholic Marijuana Beer

Now that recreational marijuana is legal in nine states, including California, Oregon and Nevada, cannabis-infused foods and beverages have become a fast-growing market — and many mainstream companies are cashing in on the trend. In fact, Heineken recently released a new beer that’s made with THC, the primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, instead of alcohol. Big ups to our friends over at @lagunitasbeer on the launch of their new Hi Fi Hops ganja infused sparkling waters! Drinks like a beer, but alcohol free and infused with Cannabis instead! Only available in California as of right now, but we’re hoping these tasty looking beverages make their way to the Pacific Northwest soon. #oregonleaf #leafnation #lagunitas #hifihops #newnew #mainstreammarijuana #ganja #weed #ca...